Question 1

How do I know which platform I am using (Legacy or New)?

Accepted Answer

You can identify the platform you are using by reviewing the URL and comparing the design. Refer to the images and URLs below to distinguish between the legacy platform and the new experience:

Legacy Platform (URL: https://platform.younoodle.com/…./)

New Applicant Experience (URL: https://apply.younoodle.com/…/)

Question 2

How do I create an account on YouNoodle?

Accepted Answer

Click the “Login” button at the top right of the YouNoodle website.
Click on the Create an Account button. 
Sign up using your email address or your Facebook, LinkedIn, or Twitter login credentials. If you choose a social media account, ensure your pop-up blocker is disabled. 
If signing up with your email address, provide your name, last name, and email, then create a password. Ensure the password meets the following criteria:
At least 10 characters
Includes one capital letter, one special character, and one number
Click "Create Account" to proceed. Welcome to YouNoodle! You're now ready to get started.

Note: To apply for or participate in a competition as an applicant, team member, judge, recommender, or program organizer, creating a YouNoodle account is mandatory.

Question 3

How can I access my account if I forgot my password?

Accepted Answer

Click the "Login" button at the top right of the YouNoodle website. 
Click the "Did you forget your password?" button
Enter your registered email address and click "Continue."
Check your email for a password recovery link and follow the instructions to create a new password.

If you still have questions, please contact us at support@younoodle.com

Question 4

How can I update my personal information?

Accepted Answer

Log in to your YouNoodle account.
Click your profile picture or initials at the bottom of the left menu, then select "Manage Account."
In the "Personal Information" section, update your email address, name, or other details.
Click "Save Changes" at the bottom of the page. You will need to enter your current password to confirm changes.

Question 5

How can I change my password?

Accepted Answer

Log in to your YouNoodle account.
Click your profile picture or initials and select "Manage Account."
Go to the "Security" section to update your password.
Your new password must be different from the current one and meet the following criteria:
At least 10 characters
Includes at least one number and one special character (except: $%^&*(),.'":{}|<>)
Click "Save Changes." Enter your current password to confirm

Note: To delete your account, please contact us at support@younoodle.com.

Question 6

How can I update my information if I signed up with LinkedIn/Gmail/Facebook?

Accepted Answer

Please contact support@younoodle.com with the following details:
The email address currently associated with your account.
The new email address you wish to use.

Question 7

How can I unsubscribe from the YouNoodle notifications?

Accepted Answer

Log in to your YouNoodle account.
Click your profile picture or initials and select "Manage Account."
Navigate to the "Email Preferences" section to adjust notification settings.
Click "Save Changes" at the bottom of the page. Enter your current password to confirm.

Note: For account deletion requests, contact us at support@younoodle.com

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