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TotalPoll for Polls and Contests

TotalPoll is a responsive and customizable WordPress poll plugin that will help you create voting contest, competition, image poll, simple poll.

Active installs1K+1K+ tier
Downloads · 30d606▲ +1.2% vs prev. 30d
Rating4.3/545 reviews
Health score50/100Fair
All-time downloads97KSince Oct 2014
Support resolved—No recent threads
RequiresWP 4.8PHP 5.6+
Downloads · 7d188▲ +59.3% week over week
Our verdict

Use with caution

TotalPoll for Polls and Contests works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 1K+ sites, is rated 4.3/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 50/100 on our health check.

  • No update in over a year
  • Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)

How does it stack up?

Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support

Daily downloads

153146Jul 2Aug 15Sep 29
Yesterday48
Daily average (1y)21
Peak day90Mar 20, 2026
Last 12 months7.7K

Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.

Rankings

Where TotalPoll for Polls and Con… stands today

WordPress.org search rankings

Live position in the plugin search, top 100
KeywordPositionCompeting pluginsCategory
contest #9 133 Best contest plugins →
election #3 29 Best election plugins →
poll #23 631 Best poll plugins →
questionnaire #16 120 Best questionnaire plugins →
vote #49 456 Best vote plugins →

Version adoption

Share of active sites per release.

  • 4.1271.4%
  • 4.1113.2%
  • Other15.4%

Rating breakdown

★★★★★★★★★★ 4.3 from 45 reviews

  • 5★75.6%
  • 4★6.7%
  • 3★4.4%
  • 2★0.00%
  • 1★13.3%

About TotalPoll for Polls and Contests

From the official readme · v4.12.0

Description

TotalPoll is a responsive and customizable WordPress poll plugin that will help you create voting contest, competition, image poll, simple poll.

TotalPoll: Powerful WordPress Poll Plugin for Voting, Surveys and Quizzes.

TotalPoll Plugin – Seamlessly create and integrate stunning, customized polls into your WordPress site with ease. Enhance user engagement and gather valuable insights with TotalPoll, the comprehensive WordPress plugin designed to create and manage captivating polls.

TotalPoll offers a seamless integration, allowing you to showcase polls effortlessly in posts, pages, and widgets throughout your WordPress website. With its intuitive user-friendly interface, TotalPoll provides various setting options for each poll, ensuring complete control over your questionnaire, voting quiz or survey experience. Customize colors, text, and design to seamlessly match your website theme and create a cohesive visual experience.

Developed by TotalSuite.net, a trusted provider of secure and maintained WordPress plugins, TotalPoll guarantees a reliable and optimized experience for both you and your website visitors.

Visit the TotalPoll Official Website for a complete overview and detailed information.

KEY FEATURES

This poll plugin allows you to create polls in WordPress and includes the following features:

USER-FRIENDLY AND INTUITIVE Creating polls made easy with a user-friendly interface.

  • Drag & Drop Poll Builder Effortlessly constructs polls of any kind with just a few clicks using intuitive drag-and-drop functionality.

  • Streamlined Interface Experience a simplified and organized interface that enables you to create polls with minimum effort.

  • Quick Poll Editor Launch various types of polls, including simple poll, image-based poll, video-based poll and more, with the help of our efficient editor.

MOBILE-OPTIMIZED FOR BETTER ENGAGEMENT Ensure your polls look great on all devices.

  • Responsive Design Engages your visitors with an optimal viewing experience on laptops, smartphones, and tablets.

  • Touch-Optimized Interaction Deliver the best user experience by implementing industry-leading touch optimization techniques.

  • Cross-Platform Compatibility Enjoy optimized poll experiences across popular operating systems such as Android, iOS, and Windows Phone.

ESSENTIAL BUILT-IN FEATURES FOR UNLIMITED POSSIBILITIES Unlock endless potential with our built-in features.

  • Multiple Questions Create single or multiple questions per poll, with an infinite number of choices for each question.

  • Different Choice Types Insert text, images, videos, audio, or even custom HTML content effortlessly into your poll.

  • Comprehensive Restrictions & Limitations Take control over who can vote and how often, with advanced timeout settings and precise voter restrictions.

OPTIMIZED FOR SEO Maximize organic visibility and drive more traffic to your poll.

  • Sitemap Integration Boost poll visibility by ensuring their inclusion in your WordPress sitemap.xml following industry-standard practices.

  • Structured Data Implementation Stand out in search engine results with enhanced visibility through the integration of structured data.

  • Seamless Plugin Compatibility Enjoy compatibility with popular WordPress SEO plugins, including Yoast, All-in-One SEO, and others.

ACTIONABLE DATA INSIGHTS Effortlessly collect and analyze valuable data.

  • Custom Fields Collect additional information using 5 different types of custom fields to gain deeper insights.

  • Detailed Logs & Entries Browse through every interaction with TotalPoll using a user-friendly interface for comprehensive analysis.

  • Visual Insights Gain a visual overview of your poll’s performance with informative graphs generated by TotalPoll.

BEAUTIFUL & CUSTOMIZABLE DESIGNS Enhance the visual appeal of your polls with easy customization options.

  • Advanced Customizer Customize every aspect of your poll design using the familiar WordPress customizer interface.

  • Live Preview Feature Instantly visualize your poll’s design changes with the live preview feature for efficient customization.

Flexible Behavior Controls Easily manage various poll behaviors, including AJAX, one-click voting, and more through the settings panel.

SECURE & RELIABLE PERFORMANCE Rely on TotalPoll for secure and stable functionality.

  • Robust Security Measures TotalPoll follows WordPress security standards and implements best practices to ensure a secure environment.

  • Regular Updates Benefit from regular updates that keep TotalPoll stable, bug-free, and always compatible with the latest WordPress versions.

  • High Performance Designed to seamlessly handle varying loads, TotalPoll scales effortlessly alongside your WordPress website.

DEVELOPER-FRIENDLY FUNCTIONALITY Leverage familiar APIs for seamless integration and customization.

  • Extensibility Add custom functionality quickly using TotalPoll’s extensible codebase, leveraging WordPress’ powerful hooks system.

  • REST API Integration Explore poll data and interact with TotalPoll efficiently through the WordPress REST API.

  • Comprehensive Codex Documentation Access extensive documentation detailing available actions.

INTEGRATIONS with popular WordPress plugins and services, expanding the functionality and versatility of TotalPoll.

  • WooCommerce Connect TotalPoll with WooCommerce, enabling the combination of audience insights with e-commerce functionality for a seamless user experience.

  • MailChimp Integrate TotalPoll with MailChimp to effortlessly capture user data and expand your mailing list, enhancing your email marketing campaigns based on poll responses.

  • Google Analytics Integrate Google Analytics with TotalPoll to gain valuable insights into user behavior, demographics, and engagement metrics, empowering you to optimize your poll strategies and website performance.

  • Mycred Enhance user engagement and loyalty by integrating TotalPoll with Mycred, a powerful points management system. Reward users with virtual credits for participating in polls and foster continued interaction.

  • reCaptcha Ensure the security and accuracy of your polls by integrating TotalPoll with reCaptcha. Protect your polls from spam and fraudulent votes, ensuring reliable results and maintaining the integrity of your data.

TRANSLATIONS Contribute to the translation of TotalPoll into your language and get 1 year of premium support and a pack of premium templates and extensions.

Our current translation state :

  • Arabic [ 100% ]
  • English [ 100% ]
  • German [ 100% ]
  • French [ 100% ]
  • Spanish [ 100% ]
  • Italian [ 100% ]
  • Russia [ 100% ]
  • Mandarin [ 0% ]
  • Hindi [ 100% ]
  • Japanese [ 100% ]
  • Portuguese [ 100% ]
  • Polish [ 0% ]

IMAGE SUPPORT TotalPoll offers comprehensive image support, allowing you to utilize jpg, png, and gif formats. Easily upload images from your computer or via remote URL. Enjoy the convenience of using WordPress’s default uploader directly in the frontend.

USE CASES

  • Simple Poll: Collect quick feedback or opinions from your audience with easy-to-create simple polls.

  • Voting Plugin: Enhance user engagement and encourage participation with a comprehensive voting plugin.

  • Interactive Surveys: Conduct in-depth surveys to gather insights on various topics and make data-driven decisions.

  • Opinion Polls: Conduct public opinion polls on social issues, politics, or any topic of interest.

  • Customer Feedback: Collect feedback on products, services, or user experiences to improve customer satisfaction.

  • Market Research: Gather valuable market insights and trends by conducting polls and analyzing the results.

  • Quiz Creation: Create interactive quizzes to engage your audience and test their knowledge.

  • Decision Making: Involve your audience in decision-making processes by using polls to gather preferences and opinions.

  • Boosting User Engagement: Engage users effectively by soliciting opinions, feedback, and suggestions through interactive polls.

TotalPoll offers exceptional customer support. Contact us anytime for assistance or inquiries. Because your satisfaction is our priority.

LIVE DEMOS

Check out our optimized demos showcasing the versatility of TotalPoll, the ultimate poll plugin and voting solution. These demos highlight various poll types and functionalities, perfectly tailored to your needs:

Basic Polls

Limitations & Restrictions

Choice Options

Results Display

Additional Features

Behaviors

Templates

Explore our demos gallery to witness the power and versatility of TotalPoll firsthand!

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Need help or have questions about our poll plugin? Don’t worry, our friendly support team is here for you! Simply let us know about any errors or inquiries, and we’ll swiftly investigate and provide a solution. Visit our Poll Plugin Support Forum for additional resources and discussions. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, just click here to contact us. We’re always happy to assist you and ensure your satisfaction.

Installation

  1. Access your WordPress control panel by logging in.
  2. Navigate to “Plugins” and select “Add New.”
  3. Click on the “Upload” button.
  4. Choose the file named “totalpoll.zip.”
  5. Finally, click “Install Now” to initiate the installation process.

Frequently asked questions

Is TotalPoll easy to set up?

Setting up TotalPoll is a breeze! With its user-friendly interface, you can quickly create polls without any hassle.

Do I need coding knowledge to use TotalPoll?

No, you don’t need coding knowledge to use TotalPoll effectively. The plugin provides a user-friendly visual builder that allows you to create and customize polls through a drag-and-drop interface. TotalPoll is designed to be accessible for users of all skill levels.

Is TotalPoll a self-hosted plugin?

Yes, TotalPoll is a self-hosted WordPress poll plugin. You have full control over your polls and data, ensuring privacy and security.

What are the minimum requirements to run TotalPoll?

To run TotalPoll smoothly, you need a WordPress 4.8 or later, PHP 5.7 or later and MySQL 5.7 or later.

Is TotalPoll still maintained?

Absolutely! TotalPoll is actively maintained, providing a stable and bug-free experience. We regularly release updates and improvements for optimal performance

What kind of polls can I run with TotalPoll?

TotalPoll offers a wide range of poll types. From simple polls to voting polls, you can create engaging image, video, audio, and textual-based polls using TotalPoll.

Can I embed a poll manually?

Absolutely! TotalPoll allows you to add the same poll to multiple pages or posts without any issues. Gather opinions from various sections of your website or target different audiences.

Can I integrate TotalPoll polls into my WordPress sidebar or widget areas?

Absolutely! TotalPoll offers widget support, allowing you to easily add polls to your WordPress sidebar or widget areas. You can enhance the visibility of your polls by placing them in prominent locations.

Can I add the same poll to different pages?

Absolutely! TotalPoll allows you to add the same poll to multiple pages or posts without any issues. Gather opinions from various sections of your website or target different audiences.

Where can I change the settings?

You can change TotalPoll settings in the plugin’s settings panel within your WordPress dashboard. Customize appearance, behavior, and restrictions easily.

How can I see a working demo of the TotalPoll Plugin?

Visit Totalsuite.net to see TotalPoll in action. Explore our demos gallery with interactive demos showcasing all its features and functionalities.

How can I add a Poll to my WordPress site?

Adding a Poll to your site is simple with TotalPoll WordPress Poll Plugin. Create a new Poll from the plugin settings, then embed it by copying the provided shortcode into the desired page or post.

How can I check the results of a Poll?

Checking the results of a Poll is easy. Navigate to the Polls section in your WordPress dashboard, locate the specific Poll, and view comprehensive results including vote counts and visual representations.

How many types of Polls are available in the TotalPoll Plugin?

Our Poll plugin offers various types of Polls to suit your needs. You can create single-choice polls, multiple-choice polls, rating polls, and more. Each type is customizable for a tailored voting experience.

Are there any restrictions for adding answers to a poll?

No, there are no limitations on the number of answers you can add to a poll. Include as many answers as you need to capture user opinions accurately.

Changelog

Use "Options > Migrations" page to migrate polls to TotalPoll 4.x

Please visit the changelog.

Full changelog on WordPress.org →

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FAQ

TotalPoll for Polls and Contests: quick answers

Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.

Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 30, 2026

Is TotalPoll for Polls and Contests free?

Yes. TotalPoll for Polls and Contests is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

Is TotalPoll for Polls and Contests safe to use in 2026?

TotalPoll for Polls and Contests works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 1K+ sites, is rated 4.3/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 50/100 on our health check.

How many websites use TotalPoll for Polls and Contests?

TotalPoll for Polls and Contests is active on 1K+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 96,976 times since it launched in October 2014. It was downloaded 606 times in the last 30 days.

Does TotalPoll for Polls and Contests work with WordPress 7.1?

TotalPoll for Polls and Contests is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.10, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

What PHP version does TotalPoll for Polls and Contests need?

TotalPoll for Polls and Contests requires PHP 5.6 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

When was TotalPoll for Polls and Contests last updated?

The latest version, 4.12.0, was released on September 5, 2025 (1 year ago).

Who makes TotalPoll for Polls and Contests?

TotalPoll for Polls and Contests is developed and maintained by TotalSuite.

What are the best alternatives to TotalPoll for Polls and Contests?

The most popular alternatives to TotalPoll for Polls and Contests are ePoll (1K+ installs), Contest Gallery (1K+ installs) and Raffle Play Woocommerce (700+ installs).

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