📸How to Make an Instagram Poll: The 2026 Guide
Instagram's native poll caps you at 2 options, isn't anonymous, and disappears with the Story. Here's the full tutorial for the native poll, plus how to upgrade to 3-6 options (and full anonymity) using a moomz link.
Step 1: the native Instagram poll (2 options)
Open Instagram. Create a Story. Tap the sticker icon (smiley square top). Search "Poll." Enter the question (max 24 chars) and 2 options (max 16 chars each). Place the sticker. Post. Followers see the poll, tap, vote, see %.
Step 2: see the results
Open your Story. Swipe up from the bottom. See who voted what. Native polls are NOT anonymous — you see the identity of each voter. Story expires in 24h, poll dies with it.
Step 3: go beyond 2 options (with moomz)
For 3-6 options: create your poll at moomz.com (10 seconds), copy the short link (5 characters). Create an Instagram Story, add the "Link" sticker, paste the moomz URL. Followers tap the sticker, the link opens in IG's in-app browser, they vote, back to the Story.
Step 4: anonymous poll
Want REAL anonymity? Native sticker reveals voters. moomz never identifies voters. Create the poll on moomz, share via Link sticker. No follower will know who voted what. Perfect for sensitive votes (opinions, debates, personal choices).
Step 5: durable poll
Instagram poll dies with the Story (24h). moomz polls stay live indefinitely. Re-share the link in tomorrow's Story to keep votes flowing. Ideal for accumulating meaningful totals over 1-2 weeks.
Ready-to-launch poll prompts
- 1Daily Stories or never?DailyWhen I feel like itNeverLaunch this poll
- 2Is the native sticker enough?YesToo limitedDependsLaunch this poll
- 3Vote anonymity?ImportantDon't careDependsLaunch this poll
Frequently asked
Q.How many options in an Instagram poll?+
Native: 2. With moomz link sticker: 2-6 options.
Q.Are Instagram polls anonymous?+
No. Instagram shows you who voted what. For full anonymity, use moomz.
Q.How long does an Instagram poll last?+
Native dies with the Story (24h). moomz polls stay live indefinitely.
Q.Can I share a poll outside Instagram?+
Native: no. With moomz: yes — the link works anywhere (WhatsApp, Snap, email).
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One tap creates the poll with your question — edit if you want.