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What are user ranks?
User ranks are a fun gamification element that incentivizes participation, rewards quality, and establishes reputation in the community. Every member of the community is assigned a rank based on their contributions.
Is there a list of the user ranks?
Hypernova
Supernova
Nova
Polaris
Arcturus
Altair
Pollux
Castor
Nebula
Aurora
Magnetar
Pulsar
Quasar
Bolide
Fireball
Comet
Asteroid
Meteor
Meteoroid
Atom
Bayron
Proton
Matter
Dark Matter
What's the deal with the astronomical theme?
Your work is serious business, but your community experience doesn't have to be. The astronomical theme is light, fun, and, frankly, out of this world.
How do I earn a new rank?
User ranks are awarded based on combinations of various types of user activity in the community. In short, the more you participate, the higher a rank you will reach!
What are the criteria for each rank?
It wouldn't be nearly as fun if we told you!
Where does my rank display?
Your rank will display on your profile page, on each post you make, and your profile hover card.
I've seen users with ranks that aren't on the list above. What gives?
It's true. Some folks - Alteryx employees and partners, to name a few - have custom ranks so that you'll always know who you're interacting with.
