Tech for Civic Engagement
Rock the Vote has been a trusted provider of civic technology for more than 25 years—now, we’ve rebuilt it for what comes next.
We pioneered digital tools to help voters register to vote in 1999. Today, we’ve brought systems developed over more than two decades into one modern, fully integrated technology stack that gives organizations faster, more connected, and more customizable tools to reach, register, and mobilize voters.
The toolkit
Our tools support voters through every step of the voting process.
Seven tools. One fully integrated platform. Use the complete suite or choose the tools that fit your voter engagement program, from registration and absentee ballot requests to election reminders and Get Out the Vote efforts.
Voter Registration
Exclusively recommended by the bipartisan Presidential Commission on Election Administration in 2014, Rock the Vote’s voter registration platform remains the only nationwide platform offering seamless integration with state voter registration systems in all eligible states, significantly increasing completion rates.
Absentee Ballot Request
Help voters confirm their registration and navigate the most streamlined process available in their state to request a mail-in or absentee ballot. Where applicable, voters can select the elections for which they would like to request a ballot and repeat the process as needed.
Voter Registration Status Lookup
Give voters an easy way to confirm their registration is active with their current address using up-to-date voter file data. If a matching record isn’t found, they can move directly into Rock the Vote’s voter registration experience.
Pledge to Vote
Enable users to pledge to vote and enroll in Rock the Vote’s Election Reminders program, a proven intervention that increases the likelihood they will cast a ballot. Voters receive nonpartisan, step-by-step guidance from registration through Election Day so they never miss a deadline.
Track Ballot
Connect voters to official state ballot tracking systems so they can track their ballot, where available. Pair it with Absentee Ballot Request to support voters from request through return.
Ballot Lookup
Help voters look up the races and measures on their ballot, research their options, and send themselves their selections to take to the polls, so they can walk in prepared.
Polling Place Lookup
Help voters find Election Day polling places, early voting locations, and ballot drop boxes, including maps and hours where available.
What you get
Built for the voters you serve and the programs you run.
The same fully integrated platform Rock the Vote uses for our own nationwide programs, with the features partners ask for most.
Multilingual Access
All tools in English and Spanish. Voter registration in 13 languages: Bengali, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), English, Hindi, Ilocano, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Tagalog, Thai, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Connected Voter Registration
Seamless, secure API integration with state voter rolls. In eligible states, voters complete registration in our platform — no paper forms or follow-up required.
Print-and-Mail
Users without a printer can opt in to have their registration form printed and mailed to them. They simply sign it and send it in or drop it off.
Pre-Registration
16- and 17-year-olds in eligible states get a head start. When they turn 18, they’re added to the rolls with no extra steps.
Accessibility
Screen reader compatibility, plain language, and software updates assessed against WCAG 2.1 AA so language, disability, and digital literacy are never obstacles.
Mobile-First Design
For many communities, a smartphone is the primary way they get online. Every tool delivers a complete experience on any screen.
Security
Rock the Vote completes annual SOC 2 audits and maintains alignment with NIST security standards, supported by continuous testing and regular third-party reviews. We never sell personal information or share identifiable partner program data.
Optimized User Interface
A clean, intuitive experience designed for first-time voters. Less friction at every step helps more of the people you reach complete the process.
Sliding Scale Pricing
Pricing adapts to your organization’s budget and the tools you need, with a free tier for organizations just getting started.
Free and premium
Start free. Add customization, data, and reporting as your program grows.
Every organization can access all seven voter-facing tools at no cost. Premium partnerships add customization, reporting, campaign tracking, and access to the Partner Portal. Print-and-mail capabilities can be added at additional cost.
 Free
Get started
Give your community access to all seven voter-facing tools at no cost.
- All seven tools: registration, absentee, lookup, pledge, track ballot, ballot lookup, and polling place
- Voter registration in 13 languages; every tool available in English and Spanish
- Mobile-friendly
- Seamless integration with state voter rolls in eligible states
- Pre-registration for 16- and 17-year-olds in available states
- Rigorously and continuously tested
- Secure platform with best-practice security measures
Premium
Run a full program
Turn the tools you choose into a customized, measurable voter engagement program. Sliding-scale pricing is based on organization type and budget.
- Everything in the Free tier
- Voter registration print-and-mail
- Fully customizable tools to match your look and feel
- Access to the Partner Portal
- Data analysis and unique reporting for each tool
- Custom links and social sharing codes
- Tracking pixel compatibility
- Customizable follow-up emails
- Optional Rock the Vote design services
Partner Portal
Manage your entire voter engagement program in one place.
While much of our platform transformation happened under the hood, the redesigned Rock the Vote Partner Portal is where you’ll experience its benefits every day. Customize your tools, manage implementation, monitor activity, and analyze results.
Branding & Tool Customization
Make every tool unmistakably yours. White-label your tools in just a few clicks. Add your logo and customize fonts, colors, banners, buttons, email opt-ins, and custom form fields — no coding knowledge required.
Real-Time Email Customization
Update confirmation and follow-up email templates and preview your changes in real time, making the partner experience even more streamlined.
Interactive Dashboard & Reporting
Monitor activity through a clean, interactive dashboard. Drill down by tool, state, and source code, then customize and export reports based on your organization’s needs.
Custom URLs, Source Codes & Embed Codes
Generate custom URLs, source codes, social sharing codes, and embed codes for individual campaigns — so you can place tools wherever you need them and understand which outreach efforts are working.
CRM & Database Integration
Use Rock the Vote’s API to integrate tool data and participant opt-ins with your CRM or database and turn every civic engagement interaction into a lasting connection.
Permissioned, Secure Access
Control who can access your portal, protect logins with multi-factor authentication, and keep your organization’s data securely stored under its unique partner ID.
By the numbers
More than 25 years of civic technology innovation, rebuilt for what comes next.
Decades of real-world use, rigorous testing, and continuous improvement have shaped tools designed to be accessible, seamless, and effective at scale.
voters have used our tools to prepare to vote
percentage points above the national average for young voter turnout
years pioneering civic technology
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
How much do the tools cost? Is there a free version?
Pricing is based on organization type and budget. A free version is available for organizations just getting started. Premium partnerships use a sliding scale so cost is never the barrier to civic engagement.
Do I get to decide how many tools I need?
Yes. Premium partners can license one tool or all seven — voter registration, absentee ballot request, registration status lookup, pledge to vote, track ballot, what’s on ballot, and polling place lookup — depending on what your program needs.
How long does a licensing agreement last?
Licensing agreements are yearly contracts.
How do I set up the tools on my website?
The Partner Portal provides embed codes you can place on your site. No custom engineering required for the standard setup.
How do I customize the tools to fit my organization’s branding?
Premium partners customize colors, layout, and logo in the Partner Portal — no developer needed. Rock the Vote design services are also available for an additional cost.
For more technical questions, visit our Civic Tech Partner FAQs.