Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about myVote Kenya.

General

What is myVote Kenya?

myVote Kenya is a digital platform that empowers Kenyan citizens to participate actively in democracy. You can follow candidates, participate in opinion polls, track election results in real-time, and stay informed about electoral activities in your constituency.

Is myVote Kenya free to use?

Yes! Creating an account and accessing basic features like following candidates, viewing opinion polls, and tracking results is completely free.

How do I create an account?

You can create an account by clicking "Get Started" on the homepage. You'll need a valid Kenyan phone number to register. We'll send you an OTP to verify your number.

Can I use myVote Kenya without a smartphone?

Yes! You can access key features via USSD on any phone. Simply dial the USSD code displayed on our platform to access candidate information, polls, and results without internet.

Candidates & Polls

How do I follow a candidate?

Navigate to the Candidates page, find the candidate you're interested in, and click the "Follow" button. You'll receive updates about their campaign activities.

How are opinion poll results calculated?

Opinion poll results are calculated based on votes from verified users. Each user can vote once per poll. Results are displayed as percentages and updated in real-time.

Can I create my own opinion poll?

Currently, opinion polls are created by verified candidates and administrators. If you're a registered candidate, you can create polls from your candidate dashboard.

How do I register as a candidate?

To register as a candidate, create an account first, then navigate to the Candidate Portal from your dashboard. You'll need to provide your political party affiliation and the position you're vying for.

Agents & Election Day

What is an election agent?

An election agent is a representative appointed by a candidate to observe voting and counting at a specific polling station. Agents can report results and issues through the platform.

How do I become an agent?

Agents are invited by candidates through the platform. If a candidate sends you an invitation, you'll receive an SMS with a link to accept and set up your agent account.

How are election results reported?

On election day, verified agents at polling stations submit results through the platform. Results are aggregated from polling station level up to constituency, county, and national levels.

Account & Security

How is my data protected?

We take data protection seriously. All personal data is encrypted, and we comply with Kenya's Data Protection Act. We never share your personal information with third parties without your consent.

I forgot my password / can't log in

You can log in using OTP (One-Time Password) sent to your registered phone number. If you're still having trouble, contact our support team via WhatsApp or email.

Can I delete my account?

Yes, you can request account deletion by contacting our support team. We'll process your request within 48 hours and delete all your personal data.

Payments & Wallet

What is the myVote Wallet?

The myVote Wallet allows candidates to manage payments for agents, campaign services, and platform fees. You can top up via M-Pesa and withdraw to your M-Pesa account.

How do I top up my wallet?

Navigate to your Wallet in the dashboard, click "Top Up", enter the amount, and complete the payment via M-Pesa. The funds will reflect in your wallet within seconds.

Still have questions?

Our support team is here to help you.