How Do I Set Up Self-Reporting for a Virtual Event on UltraSignup?

Hosting a virtual event and want participants to log their own results? UltraSignup offers a self-reporting tool that lets runners submit their time (and optional details like elevation and proof) during a defined reporting window. This feature is optional and must be enabled by the race director. Here’s how to set it up and what information we’ll need from you to get started.

Step 1: Decide If Self-Reporting Is Right for Your Event

Not all virtual events require runners to submit results. If you do want to collect times through UltraSignup, our self-reporting tool allows runners to log their results directly on their registration page during your chosen submission period.

Step 2: Gather the Details

To activate self-reporting, please contact UltraSignup Support and provide the following information:

1. Reporting Period: What is the start and end date for when runners can log their results
2. Submission Format: Should runners be able to submit results once or over multiple days (for stage-style or challenge events)?
3. Preliminary Results: Do you want results to display as they come in (preliminary), or only after the submission window closes?
4. Elevation Tracking (Vert): Do you want runners to include elevation gain as part of their results
5. Proof of Completion: Should runners be required (or optionally allowed) to upload proof of their run (e.g., link to GPS activity, screenshot, etc.)?

Step 3: Let Us Set It Up for You

Once you’ve decided on your settings, reach out to UltraSignup Support with the answers above. We’ll configure everything on the backend and make sure your event is ready for submissions.