June 16 - July 31, 2026
Project submissions
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Sep 17, 2026 | Expo Kraków
Showcasing the bestin digital industry
Recognizing the best in Digital Products, from mobile apps, web apps to APIs.
Websites
Submit your outstanding website, whether it's a complete new build or just a specific functionality or feature, for a chance to be recognized as the best in its class.
Showcasing exceptional design, user experience, and functionality, we are seeking websites that push the boundaries of digital excellence.
Mobile apps
Submit your exceptional mobile app, whether it's a groundbreaking new release or a specific feature or module, for a chance to be honored as the top mobile app of the year.
We are seeking mobile apps that combine seamless user experiences, innovative features, and outstanding performance, setting new standards in the digital landscape.
Desktop & web apps
Submit your outstanding desktop or web app, whether it's a comprehensive CRM system, a robust ERP solution, or a powerful dashboard, for a chance to be recognized as the top desktop and web app of the year.
We are seeking applications that deliver seamless user experiences, advanced functionalities, and exceptional performance, revolutionizing the way businesses operate in the digital realm.
Special award
Public choice
Submit your outstanding desktop or web app, whether it's a comprehensive CRM system, a robust ERP solution, or a powerful dashboard, for a chance to be recognized as the top desktop and web app of the year.
Vibe coding
in all categories
This year, we are introducing a special award for outstanding projects built with AI coding tools. Submit work shaped with v0, Codex, Claude Code, Replit, Cursor, Windsurf, Bolt.new, Lovable, and similar workflows for a chance to be recognized as leaders in the vibe coding era.
v0CodexClaude CodeReplitCursorWindsurfGitHub CopilotClineGemini CLIFirebase StudioLovableBolt.newZed
Awards schedule
07.08 - 01.09
Jury's deliberations
It's time for the intense deliberations of our Jury, which will evaluate the submissions. This evaluation will be independent and anonymous, which means that our experts will not consult with each other about their evaluations.
07.08 - 11.09
Audience voting
Among the submissions, you’ll have the opportunity to vote on the best projects in the following categories: Website, Webapp, Mobile App. Additionally, the best no-code projects will be awarded a separate prize.
17.09
WaysConf Official Gala
The grand finale and awarding of statuettes in all categories will happen during the official WaysConf Awards Gala at Expo Kraków. Admission is free, so bring your friends!
How it works
The process of selectingthe best projects
Reach senior product decision-makers in a focused, high-signal environment.
Gathering Submissions
We collect project submissions from talented digital product creators across various categories. This step gathers a range of innovative projects for consideration. Submissions are open to agencies, freelancers, and companies, ensuring a variety of entries.
Real Evaluation and selection
Our expert team carefully evaluates each submission, considering criteria such as creativity, innovation, functionality, and impact. The most promising projects are selected to advance to the next stage.
Jury assessment and top picks
Esteemed jury members, with extensive industry experience, independently review the selected projects. Each juror chooses their top five projects in each category based on their expertise and judgment.
Public voting and final rankings
Jury votes are tallied, assigning points based on rank: five points for first place, four for second, and so on. We calculate the average score for each project. The highest-scoring projects in each category are declared winners.
Awards jury
Meet the previous juries
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Core feutures, structured networking, side events
Why is it worth it?
We promote good solutions
and models
Our conferences allow innovative ideas to gain wider recognition. Participants can find inspiration and practical tools for their work.
Together we observe
and create trends
Our events are a perfect opportunity to follow the latest trends and share insights. Participants have the chance to shape the future of their industry together.
We show we know
the industry
At our events, industry experts share their insights, reinforcing their leadership. It's also a chance to showcase expertise to a broader audience.
We talk about our work in front
of a wider audience
Our conferences offer a platform to showcase personal achievements to a large audience, boosting prestige and recognition while fostering contacts and partnerships.
We talk about submitted projects
at conferences
Each participant can present their projects for evaluation and feedback from peers, promoting personal initiatives and seeking support for their execution.
Let's just say to each other
"you did a great job" :)!
Our events are also a moment to appreciate each other and build a positive atmosphere of cooperation. This way, everyone feels part of a larger community.
WaysAwards Ceremony,
17th Sep, EXPO Kraków
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the coordinator?
The coordinator is the person who ensures the independence of the vote. He does not take part in the evaluation of the works, while his role is:
- ensuring the correctness of the voting,
- verifying all paperwork,
- checking compliance with RODO procedures,
- Independence of the selection of nominees and winners,
- overseeing the entire project.
How will we make sure that the WaysConf Awards are objective?
This is a big challenge, and we will try to do our best. What does this mean?
- multidisciplinarity of the Jury,
- an appropriate number of independent consultants,
- maintaining anonymity in voting (for as long as possible),
- taking part in the voting procedure only those projects with which no member of the Jury is in any way connected,
- publication of clear voting methods.
What about NDA projects?
Make sure everything you submit has approval from clients before submitting. Projects submitted to the WaysConf Awards may be nominated for the Audience voting, which entails publication of the submission on the website and at the Ways Conf Awards.
In case you want to submit to the competition, for example, a process or solution in a project with strict NDA, but the very issues of customers, audience, users, etc. are irrelevant in the submission - you can submit a *white label* project, while you, as the submitter, take on any claims of the client.
What kind of projects can be submitted?
Everything that has an interface and in some way facilitates communication between a machine and a user. You have specific lists next to the submission buttons above.
Do the projects need to be published or only documented?
Projects have to be published.
Who can submit their work?
Since **only non-NDA projects are submitted to the competition, a project can be submitted by a person who is able to declare that the submitted work is free of contractual claims. Thus, it can be a contact person, project manager, or supervisor. In addition, a field for the contact person is included in the submission form. Therefore, it is worthwhile for the contact person to be aware of the submission of a particular project to the competition. If you meet these two requirements, go ahead and send your application.
What can be attached to the form?
You can submit up to 3 images, each with a maximum size of 10MB. Additionally, you can include a link to further materials at the end of your submission or send attachments to awards@waysconf.com.
How does the Jury's vote look like?
Jury voting is subjective. Each member of the jury will be given anonymous works to evaluate. They will rate the projects based on their personal preferences, without access to any project metrics. The evaluation involves selecting their top 5 projects and assigning points accordingly, with the highest-ranking project receiving 5 points and subsequent projects receiving decreasing points. The coordinator will collect all the votes and calculate the average score by dividing the total points by the number of possible votes. Please note that jury members cannot vote for their own related projects. The number of possible votes may vary as a result.
Is it possible to submit more than one work?
In each category, you may submit up to three projects. While you can submit multiple entries to the contest, each project may be entered into a maximum of two categories.
We have a case study described on the website - can I post a link as a submission?
We try to make the process of submitting work as simple as possible. If you already have a case study written down, as much as possible post a link to it. However, make sure to include the information we suggest you include in your contest submission. Also, don't forget to complete the metric that is necessary for the submission.
What language can the submission be in?
The official language is English, but you can submit it in Polish, and we will translate it ourselves.
Can I verify the application with someone?
Yes, however, only from the formal point of view. This includes: verification of the submission category, matters related to RODO, NDA, and verification of the correctness of filling in the halves regarding the metrics. We won't help you with this "How to describe your project?", you have to complete this information on your own, as this is an element subject to the Jury's evaluation.
Are there limits on awards and nominations?
We plan to award the following statuettes:
• Best Website
• Best Mobile App
• Best Desktop & Web App
• Best Student Project
• Best No-Code Solution App
• Best No-Code Solution Website
Additionally, we will have public choice awards in the same categories:
• Best Public Choice Website
• Best Public Choice Mobile App
• Best Public Choice Desktop & Web App
• Best Public Choice Student Project
• Best Public Choice No-Code Solution App
• Best Public Choice No-Code Solution Website
Can I improve my submission?
Once a submission has been sent, it is not possible to modify it. The exception to this is NDA issues - in these matters we will always help to make sure everything legally fits. For this matter, write to awards@waysconf.com
Who can come to the gala?
The gala will be part of the official WaysConf Awards Gala, held at Expo Kraków on September 17th. Participation is free and everyone is welcome. If you are not in the top group of the projects, you can still come for free at the gala.
Is there a fee to apply?
The application is 100% free of charge. The prizes awarded are of low value, so there are no additional issues such as tax on prizes.
Out of what time period can I submit a project?
You can submit projects on which work was carried out in the period from June 2025 and June 2026. The submission period is from June 16th, 2026 to July 31st, 2026.
* If we manage to launch earlier, let's gooo.
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Monika Bać-Kapała
Coordinator