LaunchPad Hacks

Your next big idea starts with a small first version. LaunchPad Hacks is an online student hackathon hosted by Hack4TodayOrg for curious builders, first-time hackers, and experienced makers ready to try something new.

Create a useful prototype, explore a new technology, or solve a problem you care about. Websites, mobile apps, games, AI tools, hardware projects, and low-code builds are welcome. Choose your mission and make it real.

Find a real problem. Build a working solution. Show us what you learned. A focused prototype that does one thing well can be a great submission.

Participate online, solo or with a team. All experience levels are welcome. Participants must be students above the legal age of majority in their country of residence and meet the eligibility requirements on this site.

• Hacking begins: October 16, 2026.
• Submission deadline: November 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM Eastern Time.
• Online judging: November 21–25, 2026.

Register, choose a manageable idea, and start building. Submit your project on Devpost before the deadline with a clear explanation and a demo judges can access.