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#Log Deadlines

Every contest sets its own deadline for sending the log, and the period varies widely between sponsors. The only reliable source is the official rules for the year of the contest, since deadlines can change. For CQ WW the current rule is 48 hours after the end of the contest. This tag collects articles on finding the deadline, planning the log check, uploading early and keeping the confirmation. The posts aim to help operators avoid the avoidable mistake of losing a weekend of work to a missed deadline.

Contest Log Deadlines: A Routine to Never Miss OneOct 26, 2026 · 8 min read

Contest Log Deadlines: A Routine to Never Miss One

Why log submission deadlines differ between contests, where to find the current one, and a simple routine that gets your Cabrillo file in on…

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