Challenge types
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Daily | A set of daily tasks over a fixed number of days (e.g., a 30-day fitness challenge) |
| Free | Steps without a fixed deadline — members complete them at their own pace |
| Cohort | Group-based challenges with a shared start and end date |
Creating a challenge
Add steps and tasks
Build out the challenge structure by adding steps, each containing one or more tasks.
Configure access
Choose who can join: free for all members, paid via Tryno Pay, or restricted by membership tier.
Steps and tasks
Each challenge is made up of steps that contain one or more tasks. Tasks support different submission types:Text task
Text task
Members submit a written response. Great for journaling, reflection prompts, or short-answer questions.
Upload task
Upload task
Members upload a file or image as proof of completion. Ideal for photo challenges or document submissions.
URL task
URL task
Members share a link (e.g., a social media post, a published article, or a portfolio piece).
Check-in task
Check-in task
A simple confirmation that the member completed the activity. Best for habit-tracking challenges.
Cohorts
Cohorts let you run the same challenge with multiple groups over time. Each cohort has its own start date, end date, and participant cap.- Participants within a cohort progress together on the same schedule
- You can set a maximum number of participants per cohort
- New cohorts can be created automatically when the previous one fills up
Waitlist
When a challenge (or cohort) reaches its participant limit, interested members can join a waitlist:- Members receive an automatic notification when a spot opens up
- Priority is determined by sign-up order
Rewards
Motivate your members to complete challenges by attaching rewards:| Reward | Description |
|---|---|
| Badges | Exclusive emblems displayed on the member’s profile |
| XP | Experience points that contribute to leveling up |
| Course access | Unlock a course or module upon completion |
| Physical prize | A tangible reward with shipping tracking |
Check-ins
Members can log daily progress with check-ins to stay on track:- Write a text description of what they accomplished
- Upload a progress video
- Add tags to categorize the activity
Check-ins are visible to other challenge participants, creating a sense of community accountability.
Gamification
See how XP and badges tie into challenges.
Courses (Vault)
Combine challenges with courses for a complete learning experience.

