How To Make a Poll on Instagram- Step-by-Step Guide

Have you ever tried making a poll on Instagram? If yes, how was that and if not, why not? 

Adding fun activities such as Instagram polls to your story can not only increase the engagement of your profile but will also add some fun and jazz to it. You can try asking different questions and see how your followers respond. 

Your poll could be about anything such as asking their preferences by giving two choices or asking them to select one for you. Based on your niche, and your follower’s interest, you can come up with such polls and ask them to participate. 

But what if you don’t know how to make an Instagram poll? Well, even if that’s the case, don’t be worried as this guide is all that you need today as we are going to cover everything about the Instagram poll and also some fun and important information for you all. 

Let’s start reading.

How to make a poll on Instagram? 

Let us now read the following steps and make an Instagram poll in some easy steps-

Step 1: Launch the Instagram app on your smartphone and tap on the “+” icon at the bottom centre of the screen to create a new post.

Step 2: Select “Story” from the options at the bottom of the screen.

Step 3: Take a photo or video, or select one from your camera roll.

Step 4: Tap on the “Sticker” icon (smiley face) at the top of the screen.

Step 5: Select the “Poll” sticker from the options that appear.

Step 6: Type in your poll question or statement and add your answer options (up to two).

Step 7: Customize the colours and design of your poll sticker to match your brand or aesthetic.

Step 8: Share your poll with your followers by posting it to your story.

Step 9: Monitor the responses as they come in and engage with your followers by responding to their answers or sharing the results with them.

Voila! You have successfully created a poll on Instagram and started a conversation with your followers.

How to see who all voted on the Instagram poll?

To see who all voted on your Instagram poll, follow these simple steps:

1. Open the Instagram app on your smartphone and go to your story where you posted the poll.
2. Tap on the “Seen By” icon located in the bottom left corner of your poll story.
3. This will open a list of people who viewed your poll. People who voted will have a checkmark next to their name.
4. Tap on the names of the people who voted to see their responses to your poll.

And here you have it! You can now see who all voted on your Instagram poll and engage with them directly. 

Note- Keep in mind that individual votes are anonymous, and you can’t see who voted for which option. But by monitoring the responses, you can gain valuable insights and create more engaging content for your followers.

Wrapping up,

This is how you can make an Instagram poll on your account without any hassles. All these steps we have shared above are not only easy but can be completed without taking a lot of time and effort. Thus, follow them and start your own Instagram poll.

FAQ

1- How many answer options can I include in an Instagram poll?

You can include up to two answer options in an Instagram poll. This limitation keeps the poll simple and easy to answer for your followers.

2- Can I see who voted in my Instagram poll? 

Yes, you can! Once someone has voted in your poll, you can see their username and their response in the list of viewers for that particular story. However, the individual votes are anonymous, and you can’t see who voted for which option.

3- Can I edit my Instagram poll once it’s been posted?

Unfortunately, once you’ve posted your poll, you can’t edit it. However, you can delete it and start over if needed.

4- Can I share my Instagram poll on other social media platforms?

No, you can’t directly share your Instagram poll on other social media platforms. However, you can take a screenshot of your poll and share it manually on other platforms.

5- Can I add a poll to an existing Instagram post?

No, polls are only available for Instagram stories. However, you can create a new story that includes your poll and share it with your followers.

6- How long does an Instagram poll last?

Instagram polls last for 24 hours, after which they disappear from your story and the results are no longer visible.

7- Can I see the results of my Instagram poll in real-time?

Yes, you can! As soon as someone votes in your poll, the results will update in real-time on your story. You can see the percentage of votes for each option.

8-Can I create a multiple-choice poll on Instagram?

No, Instagram only allows for a two-option poll. However, you can create multiple polls on different topics to gather a variety of insights from your followers.