Creating Leaderboards

Learn how to create and configure leaderboards for tournaments, competitions, classrooms, and any scenario where you need to track and rank performance.

Step-by-Step Creation Process

Choose Leaderboard Template

Start by selecting a template that matches your use case. Each template comes with pre-configured settings optimized for different scenarios.

Tournament

Sports competitions, gaming tournaments

Sales

Sales team competitions, quotas

Education

Classroom activities, student progress

Custom

Build from scratch for unique needs

Configure Basic Settings

Set up the fundamental properties of your leaderboard including name, description, and display preferences.

Leaderboard name and description

Choose ranking direction (highest or lowest wins)

Set start and end dates (optional)

Configure privacy settings

Design Your Scoring System

Define how scores will be calculated and updated. Choose from simple point systems to complex multi-criteria scoring.

Add Participants

Add the people or teams who will compete on your leaderboard. Multiple methods available for different scenarios.

Key Configuration Options

Display Settings

• Number of positions to display
• Show/hide participant avatars
• Custom column headers
• Color themes and branding
• Tie-breaking display options
• Real-time update frequency

Participant Settings

• Registration method (manual, self-signup, import)
• Required participant information
• Team vs individual competition
• Participant limits and caps
• Profile picture requirements
• Contact information collection

Advanced Features

• Multi-round competitions
• Weighted scoring categories
• Automated score imports
• Custom calculation formulas
• Historical data tracking
• Export and reporting options

Data Management

• CSV import for bulk participant addition
• Score import from external systems
• Backup and restore functionality
• Data export in multiple formats
• Integration with third-party tools
• Audit trail for all changes

Common Leaderboard Patterns

Tournament Bracket Style

Perfect for elimination tournaments where participants advance through rounds. Features head-to-head matchups and bracket progression.

Best for: Sports tournaments, gaming competitions, debate contests

Points Accumulation

Participants earn points over time through various activities or achievements. Rankings based on total accumulated points.

Best for: Sales competitions, classroom rewards, fitness challenges

Performance Metrics

Track specific KPIs or performance indicators with rankings based on achievement levels or improvement rates.

Best for: Business metrics, academic progress, skill development

Ready to Create Your Leaderboard?

Follow our step-by-step tutorial or jump straight into the leaderboard maker to start building your competition.