{"id":122944,"date":"2023-08-24T08:27:39","date_gmt":"2023-08-24T08:27:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.socialchamp.com\/?p=122944"},"modified":"2026-02-04T10:04:15","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T15:04:15","slug":"how-to-create-a-poll-on-facebook","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.socialchamp.com\/blog\/how-to-create-a-poll-on-facebook\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create a Poll on Facebook in 2026 – An Ultimate Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

The idea of conducting public polls to measure opinion is not new. In fact, this practice has been around since the early 19th century.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s forget the pre-digital era when we used time-consuming and tedious paper-based methods and focused on what we have today. Thanks to technological advancements, we can conduct public opinion polls<\/a> at the click of a button.<\/p>\n

So, if you\u2019re still doing polls the old-fashioned way, you\u2019re probably alone. It\u2019s time to ditch your paper-based methods of collecting public opinion and try using Facebook polls instead.<\/p>\n

Sounds complicated? It may sound like something that only computer geeks could do, but you could do it with a little guidance and some help from a social media management tool<\/a>. This blog gives you a step-by-step procedure on how to create a poll on Facebook. It also answers some of the frequently asked questions about this topic.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s get started, shall we?<\/p>\n

What are Facebook Polls?<\/h2>\n

Facebook polls are a way for people to vote on something using Facebook. They can be used for anything from finding out what people think about a certain topic to finding out which option people prefer. They are one of the many features available on Facebook, but they can be an effective feature for finding out what your followers are thinking and what topics they are interested in.<\/p>\n

When creating a poll, you can choose to make it public or private. Public polls are visible to all of your followers, while private polls are only visible to those who you have selected to view them.<\/p>\n

You can create polls for any topic you wish. This could be as simple as what type of food your followers prefer or as complex as their opinion on a political issue.<\/p>\n

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Here are two examples of simple Facebook polls:<\/p>\n

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Facebook polls example<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

You can also create multiple-choice questions to engage your followers further and get more specific answers, like this:<\/p>\n

What\u2019s more, is that you can set the amount of time your poll will remain active so that you can get the most up-to-date feedback.<\/p>\n

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Why Should You Create a Facebook Poll?<\/h2>\n

People create polls for a variety of reasons.\u00a0Here are some of the reasons why you should create a Facebook poll:<\/p>\n

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    Get Instant Feedback<\/h3>\n

    A Facebook poll is a great way to get quick feedback from your followers. It allows you to get an instant response from your audience, which can be very helpful when making decisions or gauging public opinion.<\/li>\n

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    Increase Engagement<\/h3>\n

    Creating a Facebook poll can also help you increase engagement on your page. Polls are often shared and commented on, which can help to get your page more exposure.<\/li>\n

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    Test Your Knowledge<\/h3>\n

    If you want to test your knowledge of a certain topic, creating a Facebook poll can be an effective way to do it. You can ask questions to better understand how your followers think and what they know.<\/li>\n

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    Connect With Your Audience<\/h3>\n

    By creating a Facebook poll, you can connect with your audience on a deeper level. It allows you to understand them better and engage them in meaningful conversations. Questions or polls can also display your unique personality as well as love for your customers, according to experts<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    Whether it\u2019s to gain a better understanding of your customers, gauge public opinion on a topic, or simply engage with your audience, Facebook polls are an invaluable tool. Why not give it a try? Head to your Facebook page today and create your first poll!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Where on Facebook Can I Create Polls?<\/h2>\n

    Facebook has a variety of places where you can create polls, depending on what type of poll you\u2019re trying to make.\u00a0Let me outline the places on Facebook you can create polls:<\/p>\n

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      Facebook Stories<\/h3>\n
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      Facebook story<\/a> poll<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

      With the new poll creation tool, available as a sticker on your Stories, you can now create and share polls with your followers. These poll stickers are similar to the polls you can create and share as a Facebook Ad<\/a>.<\/p>\n

      You can create a poll with two to four answer options, and your followers can vote on their favorite option. You can add visuals to your poll, such as a photo or illustration, to make it more eye-catching. Once your poll is created, it will appear in your followers\u2019 stories, and they can vote on the options you provided.<\/li>\n

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      Facebook Business Page<\/h3>\n
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      If you want to create a poll to get feedback from your page followers, you can post it as an update on your business page but only with Facebook mobile app. This is a great way to get feedback from your page followers without having to send out separate polls to each person.<\/li>\n

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      Facebook Group<\/h3>\n
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      Another great place to create polls on Facebook is in groups. If you belong to a group, you can create a poll to get feedback from the other members. This is a great way to get quick feedback from people who are part of the same group as you.<\/li>\n

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      Facebook Event<\/h3>\n

      You can also create polls in the Events section. This is a great way to get feedback from people who will be attending a particular event. You can ask questions like what type of food they want or what activities they would like to do. This will allow your guests to vote on the poll and view the results.<\/li>\n

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      Group Chat<\/h3>\n
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      Finally, if you are part of a group chat, you can create a poll there as well. This is a great way to get feedback from people in the group chat quickly and easily.<\/p>\n

      Whether you\u2019re creating a poll as a page update, story, group, event, or group chat, the process is simple and straightforward.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      Step-By-Step Guide on How to Create a Facebook Poll<\/h2>\n

      We\u2019ve established that there are different places where you can create a Facebook poll. The process of creating a Facebook will vary depending on where you want to create the poll. I\u2019ll outline the steps for creating a Facebook on each of these places below:<\/p>\n

      How to Create a Poll on Facebook Story<\/h3>\n

      According to Meta, 300 million people<\/a> use Facebook Stories every day. Further findings from the social media giant revealed that 62% of people<\/a> have become more interested in a brand after seeing it in Facebook Stories.<\/p>\n

      What do these statistics tell you? That Facebook Stories is a powerful marketing tool that you can use to attract and engage potential customers.<\/p>\n

      Luckily, Meta allows you to utilize the poll feature on Stories, so you can find out what prospective customers are more interested in. While this feature is not available on Facebook\u2019s desktop version, it is accessible on both Android and iOS devices.<\/p>\n

      Here\u2019s how to create a poll on Facebook Story via mobile:<\/p>\n

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      1. Click on the blue circle with the + sign to \u201cCreate Story.\u201d\n

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        Facebook polls step 1<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li>\n
      2. Select an existing video or photo on your device. If you don\u2019t have a video or photo saved on your phone, you can tap the camera icon to take a video or photo.\n

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        1. Click the stickers (smiling face) icon in the top right and tap poll.\n

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        2. Type your poll question, then \u201cYes\u201d or \u201cNo\u201d to customize the answers.\n

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        3. Click \u201cDone\u201d in the top right.<\/li>\n
        4. Click \u201cShare\u201d from the bottom right corner.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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          How to Create a Poll on Facebook Business Page 2026<\/h3>\n

          Creating a poll on a Facebook Page is a privilege limited to page administrators. If you already have the admin credentials, here\u2019s how to create a poll on a Facebook Business Page 2026:<\/p>\n

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          1. Switch to your Facebook Page\n
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            Go to ‘What’s on Your Mind’<\/li>\n

          2. Choose the \u201cPoll\u201d Option\n

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            Facebook page poll – Step 3<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li>\n
          3. Type your Poll Question\n

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          4. Once you added poll options, tap ‘Done’<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Type the answer options in the boxes that say \u201cOption 1\u201d and \u201cOption 2\u201d to provide your audience with options they can click to submit their answers.<\/p>\n

            Facebook allows creators to type up to 100 characters for each answer Option in each Facebook Poll.<\/p>\n

            Congratulations! You\u2019ve shared your first Facebook Poll with your audience. Your poll will appear on your Facebook page as a status update.<\/p>\n

            How to Create a Poll on Facebook Event<\/h3>\n

            Here\u2019s how to create a poll on Facebook Event:<\/p>\n