Event FAQs
Common questions about hosting KC7 events
Quick answers to questions hosts ask most. For deeper guidance, follow the link to the canonical page on each topic.
Getting started
Do I need cybersecurity expertise to host?
No. KC7 handles the technical instruction so you can focus on facilitation. See What is a KC7 event? for the host role and Support participants for how to coach without expertise.
How long does approval take?
Most requests are approved within 1 to 2 days. See Request your event.
Can I run KC7 in my classroom or as part of a course?
Yes. Use it during class, assign it as homework, or run it as enrichment. Your tenant supports multiple sessions over a semester. See Manage games and Organize classrooms.
About the experience
How long does a typical event take?
"A Scandal in Valdoria" runs about 60 to 90 minutes self-paced. Plan 2 hours total to allow for intro, investigation, and wrap-up. See Choose your format.
Do participants need technical knowledge?
No. Modules are designed for complete beginners. If they can use a web browser, they can play. See What is a KC7 event?.
How do participants sign up and join?
No advance signup needed. Share the Go Link from your approval email. Participants can create a full account (recommended, saves progress) or play as a guest. See Set up before the event.
During your event
How do I monitor what participants are doing?
Use the live scoreboard for real-time rankings and the analytics page for challenge difficulty and success rates. You see progress and scores, not individual answers. See Run event day and Performance and analytics.
What if participants get stuck?
Direct them to the in-game hint system first. For coaching strategies that don't spoil answers, see Support participants.
Can participants work in teams?
Yes. Each person needs their own account for individual progress, but pairs and small groups often learn better. Each person submits their own answers.
Expanding your program
Is KC7 suitable for experienced professionals?
Yes. "A Scandal in Valdoria" is for beginners, but more advanced modules challenge experienced IT and security professionals. See Game module catalog.
Can I run additional events after my first one?
Yes. Your tenant lets you add more games and create new classrooms without re-applying. See Manage games.
What are the tenant capacity limits?
The STARTER tier includes 10 classrooms, 20 sessions, and 100 students total. Paid PROFESSIONAL and ENTERPRISE tiers offer more capacity. To upgrade: Contact **events@kc7cyber.com** to upgrade. Fee waivers are available for organizations aligned with KC7's philanthropic mission.
After your event
What happens when my event ends?
Participants keep access. You can view scores and analytics anytime. See Wrap up after your event.
How do I get help if I run into issues?
For technical problems, see Troubleshoot common issues. For real-time help, see the Discord community. For account questions, email events@kc7cyber.com.
How can I support KC7 after my event?
Spread the word with #KC7Cyber, present at conferences or meetups, gift KC7 swag from the KC7 Swag Shop, donate to KC7, or mentor new hosts in Discord.
Still have questions?
For real-time help, see the Discord community. Or browse:
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