Voter security check levels explained

Voter security check levels explained

Election-style events use security checks to verify that the person voting is the same person whose registration was approved. You choose the check level when setting up your event.

The four levels

Level 1: Email + Access code The voter enters their email address and their 6-digit access code. This is the simplest and most voter-friendly option. Suitable for events where you trust the people on your list.

Level 2: Email + Voter ID + Access code Adds a Voter ID check. The voter must enter their unique Voter ID (e.g. VE4291), their email, and their access code. This makes it much harder to share credentials because knowing someone's access code alone is not enough.

Level 3: Email + Phone + Access code Instead of a Voter ID, adds a phone number check. The voter enters the phone number they registered with, their email, and their access code.

Level 4: Email + Voter ID + Phone + Access code The most secure option. Requires all three identifiers plus the access code. Use this for high-stakes elections where impersonation risk is a concern.

Voter ID format

Voter IDs are generated automatically when a voter is approved. The format is the first letter of the event name + the last letter of the event name + a 4-digit number. For an event called "Voice Elections", IDs look like VE4291, VE7832, etc.

Choosing the right level

• Small trusted group (staff recognition, classroom vote): Email + Access code is enough
• Community election with moderate stakes: Email + Voter ID + Access code
• Formal institutional election: Email + Phone + Access code or the full four-factor option
• High-stakes vote where results will be disputed if questioned: Email + Voter ID + Phone + Access code

You cannot change the security level after voters have been approved, because existing credentials were generated for the original level. Plan your level before opening registration.