The Paperclip Challenge

Can you hide a paperclip so well a detective can't find it?

Co-authored by Caroline Heiderscheit

Last Updated: September 26, 2025

You have 5 minutes to hide a single paperclip anywhere in your home for a chance to win $10,000. The catch? A seasoned detective has 24 hours to find it. Think you can outwit a professional? Describe your ultimate hiding spot and see if your strategy holds up.

Where in your home would you hide the paperclip? *

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A person hiding a small object under a rug.

Mastering the Art of Hiding

From hiding a diary from nosy siblings to concealing a valuable item, the art of hiding is all about anticipating another person's search patterns. It's a game of wits, observation, and sometimes, a little misdirection. To truly hide something, you need to think like the person who's looking for it.

Here are some tips to sharpen your hiding skills:

Think you're ready to test your stealth? Enter your hiding spot above and see if you can outsmart the detective!