ProTechnoid, July 12, 2023 | 
A poll is an excellent method to collect the views of different individuals. There are several types of Poll methods used to collect people’s opinions.
But this article will focus on online polls, especially from the Tumblr platform.
Follow the simple step-by-step guide to understand how to make a poll on Tumblr.
How to make a poll on Tumblr
Step 1: Log in to your Tumblr account.
Step 2: Click on the Text option to access the Legacy editor.
Step 3: The Legacy editor will be turned on in the top right corner by default. Click the switch icon and the Let’s Go button from the confirmation popup to turn off the Legacy editor.
Step 4: Now, you will find a new editor with various icons, including the Add Poll icon.
Step 5: Click the Add Poll icon to make a poll on Tumblr.
Step 6: Enter the Poll title, Poll Question, and options for users to choose from. You can choose a Poll duration, either one day or one week.
Step 7: Finally, click on Post Now to create a poll on Tumblr.
How to make a poll on Tumblr mobile
Step 1: Log in to your Tumblr mobile app.
Step 2: Tap the Edit (Pencil) icon in the bottom right corner to open the create post editor.
Step 3: On the Post editor screen, tap the Add Tumblr Poll icon to access the create poll screen.
Step 4: Add your question, answer, and select a poll duration. Click the Post button in the top right corner to create a Poll on Tumblr mobile.
How to edit a poll on Tumblr?
No, Tumblr doesn’t allow users/publishers to edit the Poll once it has been published. You can only delete the poll permanently.
Tumblr poll change vote
As a user, once you have voted on a Tumblr Poll, you cannot change your vote.
How to see Tumblr poll results?
Step 1: Log in to your Tumblr account.
Step 2: Click on your Tumblr Blog profile picture to see all the posts from your Blog.
Step 3: Scroll down to find your published Poll to see its result.
How to make a poll on Tumblr Desktop
Tumblr doesn’t have an official desktop app. You can only use Tumblr by directly going to Tumblr.com on your preferred browser or using the Tumblr mobile app.
Can we post a poll privately?
While posting a Tumblr poll, you can choose Post Privately to make your votes anonymous.
But the users you share the Poll link and the blog admins can only see the Poll.
How to Delete a Poll on Tumblr?
Step 1: To delete a poll you posted on Tumblr, click on the blog profile picture to access all your published posts on the Tumblr blog.
Step 2: Find your Poll, click the More icon( three horizontal dots) in the top right corner and select Delete.
Step 3: Click ok to remove the published Poll from your Tumblr poll.
Why don’t I have polls on Tumblr?
The Poll is a new feature on Tumblr; when you click on the text option to create a Tumblr post by default, you will see a Legacy editor which doesn’t have the poll feature.
On the top right corner of your screen, click the switch icon to turn off the legacy editor.
Once the legacy editor is turned off successfully, a new editor with a poll feature will be available.
Note: There may be chances that you may not see the Add Poll feature in your editor because Tumblr is rolling out this feature as a batch-wise release. This way, they can fix any significant error occurrence.
I hope you found the solution you were looking for on how to make a poll on Tumblr mobile and desktop (browser). If you have any queries related to the article, let me know in the comments section below.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Tumblr polls anonymous?
Yes, Tumblr polls are anonymous. When you answer or choose an option in a Poll, no one will know that you interacted with the Poll.
Does Tumblr have a Mobile App?
Yes, Tumblr has a mobile app for both Android and iPhone. You can find them in the Tumblr apps section.
Tumblr poll update
Once a poll is published on Tumblr, it cannot be updated. The only option is to delete and create a new poll.
Can followers see who voted on Polls?
No, Tumblr polls are anonymous none of your followers can see who has voted in your Poll on Tumblr.
How to get Tumblr polls?
When you follow someone and if they publish a poll, you will automatically see the Poll on your Tumblr blog feed.
If you want to see a poll from blogs you are not following, you can search for a poll using the search box in the top left corner.
Do Tumblr polls show who voted?
No, Tumblr polls don’t show any data regarding who has voted in a poll. It only shows the total no of votes.
When will I get Tumblr Polls?
The Tumblr Polls feature is already here. You must wait if you have not received the Poll feature on your Tumblr account.
Tumblr is rolling out this Add Poll feature only for a few users on each update. This process helps them fix the bugs before giving access to more people.
If you still need the Poll feature, don’t worry; it will arrive soon.
Why can’t I make a poll on Tumblr?
Ensure the Legacy editor is turned off. You will see the Legacy editor by default when you click the Text option to create a post on Tumblr.
Once the Legacy editor is turned off, a new editor with an Add poll icon will be visible.