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How to set up polls on Buy Me a Coffee?
How to set up polls on Buy Me a Coffee?

Here is how you can get your polls up and running on Buy Me a Coffee.

Updated over a week ago

Polls are a super cool way to bond with and get feedback from your supporters. Want to know what they think of your content, what they're looking forward to next, or just get a vibe check? We suggest you poll them!

Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Polls:

In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to set up your polls on Buy Me a Coffee.

  1. Sign into your Buy Me a Coffee account and navigate to the 'Posts' section.

  2. Select the 'Polls' option located at the top of the page to begin creating your poll.

  3. Enter your poll question along with a clear description to ensure participants understand what you're asking.

  4. Then, provide multiple answer choices for your followers to select from.

  5. Decide who can see and respond to your poll. You also have the option to email this poll directly to your followers for increased engagement.

  6. Optionally you can enable multiple responses, set a duration for how long the poll will be active, and schedule when the post will go live.

  7. After reviewing your poll, click the 'Publish' button to share it with your audience.

Frequently asked questions

  1. Can I end my poll before the set duration?

    You can end your poll whenever you want, even if you set a time before. Just edit the poll and click 'End Poll' when you're done.

  2. When should I enable multiple responses for my poll?

    Use this when your question has lots of good answers, like asking about their favourite places. This lets your followers pick all the things they like, not just one.

If you have any questions or need additional support, please don't hesitate to reach out. Send us an email at [email protected], and we'll be happy to help you.

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