FAQ
Questions & answers
Everything you might want to know before you play — from how the draw works to how we guarantee every artwork is authentic.
- Is this gambling?
- No. WINYART is a prize competition of skill. Every entry requires a correct answer to a genuine question, and a free postal route is always available — the two features that place it within the free-draw / skill exemption of the UK Gambling Act 2005.
- How is the winner chosen?
- Once the draw closes, all eligible entries (those with a correct answer, paid or free) are numbered in a single pool. A publicly seeded random number generator selects the winning number. We publish the seed, the proof and the winning number.
- Does the free route really have the same chance?
- Yes. Free postal entries join the exact same numbered pool as paid entries. There is no separate draw and no weighting. One valid entry equals one chance, however it was submitted.
- What if the competition doesn't sell out?
- The draw goes ahead on the published date regardless of how many entries were sold, so your odds can only ever be equal to or better than advertised.
- How do I receive the artwork?
- We arrange fully insured delivery of the original work, with its certificate of authenticity, anywhere in the UK at no cost to the winner.
- How can I be sure the artwork is authentic?
- Every work is acquired from recognised galleries or directly from the artists themselves, and is delivered with its certificate of authenticity. We never source from unverified resellers, and the provenance is documented for each piece.
- When and how will I know if I've won?
- The draw runs on the published closing date. The winning number and its proof are published publicly, and we contact the winner directly by email and phone.
- How many tickets can I buy?
- Each competition sets a maximum number of entries per person and per household, shown on the competition page. The same limit applies to paid and free postal entries alike.
- What if I don't win — is my entry refundable?
- Entries are for a prize competition with a fixed draw date and are generally non-refundable once submitted, except where a competition is cancelled. See our refund policy for details.