Adding manual entries is simple with Giveaway Gator. Follow these steps to ensure the process is smooth and accurate:

Step 1: Open the Giveaway Gator App

1. Navigate to the Giveaway Gator app from your Shopify dashboard.
2. Search for Giveaway Gator and click to open it.

Step 2: Select the Promotion

1. In the app, find the promotion where you want to add manual entries.

2. Click on Manage to open its details.

   

Step 3: Access the Entries Section

1. Once inside the promotion, navigate to the Entries section.

   

2. Look for the Manual Entry button and click it.

   

Step 4: Input the Manual Entry Details

1. A form will appear for manual entry. Fill in the following fields:

   

   • Email Address: Enter the customer’s email address.
   • Reason: Provide a reason for the manual entry (e.g., “Bonus for special promotion” or “Correcting entry error”).
   • Number of Entries: Specify how many entries to add.

Step 5: Submit the Manual Entry

1. Double-check the information entered.
2. Click Add Entry to finalize the manual entry.
3. The manual entry will now appear in the Entries list for the selected promotion.

Manual Entries API

For merchants who wish to integrate Giveaway Gator with other systems (e.g., loyalty programs or third-party apps). This allows administrators to manually add entries to a promotion. This is useful for handling special cases, contest adjustments, or customer service situations.

Add Manual Entry