Tommy's X Factor (Season 3)

The third season of the engaged version of The X Factor opened applications immediately after the finale of the second season on July 25, 2017.

During the live shows, creator Tommy had announced that he had renewed the series for another season promising participant input and a new style of judging and elimination. Before the second season's quarterfinals a feedback questionnaire was sent out titled 'The U Factor' asking participants and fans of the show what they would like to see change. It was announced that from this season on, only live performance videos should be posted and that the judges will play a bigger role in elimination during the live shows. It has also been announced that this season will feature a Top 16 at the first live show.

Tommy and Carly both returned for their third season at the judging table together. Brandon returned after a one season hiatus, whilst Aria joined the panel as a new judge.

Selection process
The applications for the third season of The X Factor opened on July 25, 207 immediately after the second season finale. It has been stated that the auditions round will remain the same as seasons past. Each hopeful had to receive a majority 3 or 4 'YES' votes from the judges to make it through to the next stage of the competition: bootcamp.