Otto, the simplest tool for organizing a poll with friends
Looking for a date that works for everyone, the group's opinion on a restaurant, or the best weekend to get away together? Otto does it in 2 minutes, no account, no email, nothing to install. Add your options, share the link, and watch the votes come in live.
No more dozens of messages crossing over in the group chat. One page, one link, everyone votes, everyone sees the results in real time.
Otto aims to be an alternative to Doodle and Framadate, with the same simplicity, no account or email required.
Frequently asked questions
Is it really free?
Yes, with no hidden limits.
Do I need to create an account?
No, neither to create a poll nor to take part in one. Just a name is enough to vote.
Is my data secure?
Otto doesn't ask for any personal information beyond the name you choose to vote with. No email, no password required.
How long does a poll stay active?
30 days after it's created.
How many people can take part?
Up to 30 participants and 20 options per poll: plenty for organizing any event.
What types of polls can I create?
Simple options (free text), specific dates, or date ranges, depending on what best suits your poll.
Can I change my vote afterwards?
Yes, at any time. You can vote for several options and come back to change your mind whenever you like.
How do my friends join the poll?
By opening the link you share with them, then entering their name. No sign-up required on their end either.
Does Otto verify voters' identity?
No, and that's a deliberate choice: Otto relies on trust within the group rather than checks that would slow everyone down. Anyone with the link can vote under any name, or change a vote that's already been cast. That's what makes Otto so fast among friends, family, or colleagues: no account to create, no password to remember, just the group's trust. That said, if you need a guaranteed, tamper-proof vote, Otto isn't the right tool.
What happens if I lose the poll link?
One of the participants will need to share it with you again: since there's no account, Otto doesn't keep a history of your polls.