Documentation

Welcome to the OpenBallot documentation. Everything you need to create engaging polls and gather meaningful feedback.

Getting Started

OpenBallot is designed to be the simplest yet most powerful polling platform. Whether you need a quick vote for a team lunch or a complex survey for customer feedback, we've got you covered.

Why OpenBallot?

  • Instant poll creation with no friction
  • Real-time results updates
  • Secure voting mechanisms
  • Beautiful, responsive design on all devices

Quick Start

Create your first poll in under 30 seconds:

  1. Navigate to the home page or dashboard
  2. Click the "Create Poll" button
  3. Type your question and add options (e.g., "Yes", "No")
  4. Configure optional settings like "Allow multiple votes"
  5. Click "Create" and copy your unique poll link!

Poll Types

Public Polls

Visible to anyone with the link. Perfect for social media, community feedback, and public voting events. No account required to vote.

Private Polls

Restricted access. Use password protection or allowlist specific emails to ensure only authorized people can vote.

Sharing Options

Get your poll in front of your audience easily.

  • 1

    Direct Link

    Copy the unique URL and paste it anywhere—Slack, Discord, WhatsApp, or Email.

  • 2

    QR Code

    Generate a QR code instantly for live events or printed materials.

  • 3

    Social Share

    One-click sharing buttons for Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.

Authentication

While you can create polls anonymously, creating an account unlocks powerful features:

Dashboard Access

Manage all your polls in one place. Edit, close, or delete them anytime.

Advanced Analytics

See vote distribution, geographical data, and export results to CSV.