Master Polst
Guides, tutorials, and best practices for getting the most out of Polst -- from your first question to enterprise-scale programs.
Getting Started with Polst
Create your first A/B question, share it across channels, and read the results in under five minutes. A step-by-step walkthrough for new teams.
What You Will Learn
- 01Sign up for a Polst account in seconds
- 02Create your first question with two clear options
- 03Choose how to share: link, QR code, embed, or social
- 04Watch responses come in on your real-time dashboard
- 05Export results or share findings with your team
Embedding Questions Everywhere
Learn how to embed Polst into your website, email campaigns, social channels, and live events using embed codes, QR activations, and our JavaScript SDK.
What You Will Learn
- 01Copy and paste embed codes for any website or CMS
- 02Generate QR codes for print, events, and physical locations
- 03Use our JavaScript SDK for custom integrations
- 04Set up email-friendly links that work in any campaign
- 05Connect to social platforms for maximum reach
Reading Your Analytics Dashboard
Understand real-time vote counts, demographic breakdowns, geographic heat maps, and sentiment trends. Turn raw responses into the insight your team needs.
What You Will Learn
- 01Real-time response tracking as votes come in
- 02Demographic breakdowns by age, location, and more
- 03Geographic heat maps showing regional sentiment
- 04Time-based trends to see how opinions shift
- 05Export options for deeper analysis in your tools
Writing Questions That Get Answers
The difference between a question that gets 50 responses and one that gets 5,000 is framing. Best practices for question copy, imagery, and timing.
What You Will Learn
- 01Keep questions clear, specific, and easy to understand
- 02Use compelling imagery that draws attention
- 03Time your questions for maximum audience availability
- 04Avoid leading language that biases responses
- 05Test variations to learn what resonates with your audience
Decision Streams: Chaining Questions
Build a sequence of related questions that tracks audience sentiment over time. Perfect for product launches, campaign testing, and longitudinal research.
What You Will Learn
- 01Create connected question sequences for deeper insight
- 02Track sentiment changes over days, weeks, or months
- 03Use branching logic to personalize follow-up questions
- 04Compare results across time periods and audience segments
- 05Build ongoing research programs with consistent methodology
Trust Scoring Explained
How Polst filters bots, detects duplicates, and scores every response for authenticity. A technical overview of the trust layer that keeps your data clean.
What You Will Learn
- 01Bot detection algorithms filter automated responses
- 02Duplicate detection prevents ballot stuffing
- 03Behavioral analysis identifies suspicious patterns
- 04Trust scores let you filter for high-confidence data
- 05Transparent methodology you can explain to stakeholders
Enterprise Setup Guide
Configure SSO, set up role-based access, connect API feeds, and manage data residency controls. Everything your IT team needs for a smooth rollout.
What You Will Learn
- 01Single sign-on (SSO) integration with your identity provider
- 02Role-based access controls for team management
- 03API connections for your data pipeline and analytics tools
- 04Data residency options for compliance requirements
- 05Dedicated support and custom SLAs for enterprise needs
Case Study: Live Event Activations
How a major sports league used Polst on stadium screens and broadcast overlays to capture 120,000 fan responses in a single weekend -- and what they learned.
What You Will Learn
- 01Stadium screens displayed real-time fan pulse questions
- 02QR codes let fans participate from their seats
- 03Broadcast overlays integrated with TV coverage
- 04120,000 responses collected in a single weekend
- 05Insights shaped venue decisions and sponsor packages
API Documentation
Full reference for the Polst REST API. Create questions, read results, manage Decision Streams, and connect your data pipeline.
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Pre-built integrations for WordPress, Shopify, Webflow, and major CMS platforms. Embed the sentiment layer in minutes.
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