| Copyright | entrant grants to Hodge Products Inc. (and Hodge Products Inc.’s licensees and assigns) a royalty-free, irrevocable, perpetual, non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, create derivative works from, and display such Submissions in whole or in part, and otherwise exploit the Submission in all media |
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| Eligibility | Open to US residents only |
| Finish | 1 September 2015 |
| Entry fee | Free |
Finished
Enter your best photos in use.
Prizes:
- Each week 1 fan will receive a Master Lock® Model No. 1500iD Speed Dial™ padlock.
- Grand Prize
- Travel/Vacation Prize Package
- Bike Lock Prize Package
- Home Security Prize Package
You may submit no more than a total of one Submission per day during the Contest Period.
Visit the The Lock People’s Facebook page, Instagram, and Twitter at facebook.com/TheLockPeople ; Upload a photo on a public twitter account using the hashtag #LocksInTheWild and tagging the Lock People’s Facebook @TheLockPeople ; Upload a photo on a public Instagram account captioning the photo #LocksInTheWild
Frequently asked questions — Free photography contests
Who can enter free photography contests?
Most free contests welcome photographers worldwide, regardless of experience level or equipment. Many explicitly encourage students, hobbyists, and emerging creators—always verify age requirements or thematic restrictions on the official contest page.
Are free photography contests really free?
Yes—entry is $0 across the board. Some contests offer optional paid perks like expedited feedback or printed certificates, but submission, judging, and basic participation remain completely free. Fee status is confirmed in the Quick Facts section on each PhotoCompete listing.
What prizes do free photography contests offer?
Prizes vary widely: cash awards range $100–$5,000, while non-monetary rewards include online features, publication credits, mentorship sessions, exhibition inclusion, or gear donations. Even without cash, free contests offer valuable exposure and portfolio-building opportunities.
How do I choose which free contest to enter?
Prioritize contests whose theme or mission aligns with your work. Review past winners to gauge style preferences, confirm technical specs (resolution, file format), and read rights clauses carefully—even free contests may request usage rights for promotional purposes.