Frequently Asked Questions

What is Votestash?

Votestash is an online voting platform designed for contestant-based events, providing tools for monetization and customizable experiences through an API.

Who can use Votestash?

Votestash is suitable for event organizers across various industries, including sports, schools, and entertainment, to engage audiences and streamline voting processes.

How does the monetization feature work?

Votestash offers event organizers a revenue-sharing model where audiences pay to vote, and organizers retain a percentage of the total revenue after a 17.5% platform fee.

What types of sports events can use Votestash?

Votestash is ideal for MVP voting, player of the match awards, fan polls, seasonal awards, and sentiment gauging in sports events.

What are the pricing options for Votestash?

Votestash offers two pricing options: the Catalyst Plan for free-to-vote events with a GHS 400 upfront fee, and a pay-to-vote plan where voters are charged and organizers share the revenue.

Can Votestash handle seasonal awards for sports leagues?

Yes, Votestash allows organizers to set up seasonal awards where fans vote for top performers across the season, such as Best Offensive Player or Best Defensive Player.

How can schools use Votestash for student events?

Schools can use Votestash for hall awards, sports competitions, department awards, and student elections, enabling easy voting and event management.

What types of campus competitions can Votestash support?

Votestash can support a wide range of campus competitions, including academic awards, talent shows, sports contests, and elections for student representatives.

How does Votestash's API help in creating custom polls?

The Votestash API allows organizers to create bespoke voting experiences by integrating the platform into their own interfaces, offering flexibility and full control over the poll design.

Is the API difficult to integrate?

No, Votestash provides easy-to-use API documentation and code samples, making it simple for developers to integrate and customize voting experiences for their events.

How are payments processed for monetized events?

Payments for monetized events are processed through a 17.5% deduction from total revenue, with the remaining amount settled to the organizer's designated account.

How does Votestash handle fan sentiment polling in sports?

Votestash allows sports organizations to gauge fan sentiments on aspects like team kits or event features through real-time voting and feedback.

Can Votestash be used for student elections?

Yes, Votestash is perfect for student elections, providing a fair and transparent voting process with real-time results and easy event management.

What makes Votestash different from other voting platforms?

Votestash stands out by offering robust monetization tools, customizable experiences via API, and seamless integration with sports and event management platforms.

How do I get started with Votestash's API?

After your event is approved, you can easily generate an API key and access Votestash's documentation to start integrating custom polls and voting experiences.

Does Votestash support voting for campus sports competitions?

Yes, Votestash can be used for various campus sports competitions, allowing students to vote for their favorite teams, athletes, and matches.

What is the Catalyst Plan?

The Catalyst Plan is a pricing option where organizers of free-to-vote events pay a GHS 400 fee for event approval, with no charges to the audience.