Welcome to the The Baked44 Challenge Base44, your chance to turn an idea into $5,000.
No registration required. Just three steps:
Sign up for Base44 → Get 10 free credits here
Claiming your free credits:
The coupon code for the 10 free credits is HALFBAKED10
Go to Settings, Credit Usage and enter HALFBAKED10 in the coupon code box. Hit apply.
Note: don’t put the coupon in the Stripe payment page, this won’t work
Build something awesome in February
Submit your project before February 28 @ 11:59pm PT → *Submission link*
Note: to be eligible to enter you must be on a Starter tier or above plan on Base44
What you get immediately: 10 free Base44 credits + 100 startup ideas to inspire you
What you're competing for: $5,000 grand prize + merch + Hall of Fame feature + more free credits
To qualify for prizes:
| Award | Prize | Description | How to Win |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Product Grand Prize | $5,000 | Awarded to the best product built on Base44. We're looking for creativity, execution, and real-world potential. | Build something impressive using Base44. Focus on solving a real problem and show us what's possible with AI-powered app building. |
| Participation Bonuses | Free Credits, Merch, Hall of Fame | Every qualified submission gets perks including free Base44 credits, Half Baked merch (limited), and a feature in our Hall of Fame. | Submit a qualifying project before the deadline. |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Buildathon Kick-Off | February 1, 2026 |
| Build Month | February 1 – 28, 2026 |
| Submission Deadline | February 28, 2026 @ 11:59pm PT |
| Winner Announced | March 1, 2026 |
⚠️ Please submit your entry before Saturday February 28th @ 11:59pm PT.
Submission link → Click here