How are Author Badges assigned?
Different Parameters/Criteria for Calculating total points
Parameters
Total Points Awarded
10 Published Improvements
1 Point
Total Points Distribution
How are total points calculated?
Here are some examples
1st Case
If Author A has 1 Published Post + 10 Published Improvements + 1000 Views + 15 Likes.
Here, the Total Points of Author A will be 4 Total Points.
2nd Case
If Author B has 10 Published Posts + 25 Published Improvements + 10000 Views + 650 Likes.
Here, the Total Point of Author B will be 66.8 Total Points which will be further rounded off to 67 Total Points.
3rd Case
No Points will be calculated/added to Interview Experience Related article submission or review.
Understanding Progress Bar
Our progress bar serves dual purposes: tracking author badge progress and providing motivation for reaching the next milestone.
How to upgrade to the next badge?
Tips And Suggestions
Maximize Article Reach:
Share your article on social media (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) and ask friends/followers to like and share it.
Make Article SEO Friendly:
Target specific, relevant keywords in your content that align with user search queries. Naturally incorporate them in page title, headers, and body text.
Use Multimedia:
Use images, videos, and infographics to make your article more visually appealing and engaging.
Formatting and Structure:
Ensure your article is reader-friendly with proper formatting: subheadings, bullet points, and concise paragraphs for easy readability.
Add Quality Content:
Create high-quality content that adds value to users. Make it informative, engaging, and easy to read for a better reader experience.
Provide Examples and Case Studies:
Enhance engagement in your article with real-world examples and case studies that readers can relate to.
How to showcase your author badge?
Sharing author badges with friends and followers over social media is a great way to celebrate your achievements and promote your work at GeeksforGeeks. Here are some steps you can take to share your author badge:
1. Visit your Auth Profile:
Author badges are available for sharing in a digital format on the author's profile at GeeksforGeeks. Simply click the share button visible next to the badges progress bar.
2. Decide where to share:
Choose from the given option such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, or Instagram, to showcase it effectively.
3. Add your thoughts:
Write a post that highlights your achievement and includes the badge image. Be sure to include a brief description of what the badge represents and why you are proud to have earned it.
4. Use Hashtags:
Maximize your post's reach with relevant hashtags. Include hashtags related to your article/domain or subject to attract interested users and increase visibility. Don't forget to add #GfgAuthorBadges
5. Spread the word:
Share your post with your network who might be interested. Encourage them to engage by liking, commenting, and sharing your post.
By following the above steps, you can share your author badge with your network and beyond, helping to increase your visibility and credibility in your domain.
Author Badges Validity
Author badges earned on our platform at GeeksforGeeks will not expire. Once earned, badges will remain on an author's profile. Authors will be required to meet specific benchmarks such as published posts, improvements, views, and likes, which will increase the author's progress. We will provide tips, resources, and directions via email to support authors in unlocking higher-level badges.
Frequently asked questions
Do author badges at GeeksforGeeks come with any financial rewards?
GeeksforGeeks author badges do not offer financial rewards. They are a recognition of writers' contributions and can enhance their visibility and credibility, potentially leading to future professional opportunities.
Can I use my author badge at GeeksforGeeks for professional purposes?
Your GeeksforGeeks author badge can be used professionally as a valuable addition to your resume or CV, showcasing your writing skills and expertise in a specific domain (tech or non-tech). It can also demonstrate your technical knowledge and proficiency to potential employers.
How will authors be notified when they earn a badge?
There are several different ways that authors can be notified when they receive an author badge:
Email notification: An email notification will be sent to the author's GfG registered email address, providing details about the badge they have earned and Tips and Suggestions to unlock their next badge.
Badge dashboard/ Badges Progress Bar: A progress bar section will be visible on the author's profile dashboard, which can help authors to know their latest badge and can track the badge's progress.
Note: The Geek Badges Progress Bar will not be accessible to authors who haven't written any articles. To unlock your first badge
Start writing
Can I earn an author badge if I am not a professional author or expert?
Even without professional writing experience or expertise, you can earn your first Author Badge at GeeksforGeeks by simply publishing an article on the platform.
Can my author badges be revoked if I receive a copyright notice on my article after earning a badge?
If copyright notices or claims are received frequently, it could result in the author's profile being blocked. This has the potential to negatively impact your efforts, hinder the overall presentation of authors, and disrupt your progress.
Can I transfer or sell my author badge at GeeksforGeeks to someone else?
No, transferring or selling your author badge at GeeksforGeeks to another person is not possible. Each author badge is associated with a particular account and cannot be transferred to a different ID.
Will badges be retroactively awarded for past achievements?
We are pleased to inform you that we have implemented an approach that rewards hard work and ensures that all authors are recognized for their efforts. No author has been left behind in our efforts to acknowledge and appreciate their contributions.
Can I lose my author badge at GeeksforGeeks if I stop writing?
No, Authors will not lose any badges, but our goal for authors is to achieve leadership in their domain by consistently producing top-quality content on GeeksforGeeks. We encourage authors to remain active and keep contributing to earn the next badge.
How to earn another author badge after a year of inactivity?
If you have received a badge but haven't contributed in the last 1 year, we recommend starting to write articles to progress to the next badge. This will aid in earning more points toward your next badge.