How do I Create Online Surveys for Free?
When you need to survey a group of people, a free online survey form allows you to create an easy-to-read survey, send the form to your survey group, and view the results as your survey is answered. Creating a free survey is easy, and several websites allow you to create an account and use their basic survey making tools--free of charge. Use a site like SurveyMonkey, Zoomerang, or Google Docs to create a survey that you can send to anyone.
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Choose a host website that offers the features you need for creating your survey. Sites like SurveyMonkey, Zoomerang, and Google Docs feature a myriad of tools that allow you to create surveys that anyone can answer. Each site offers different services, so select the site that offers you the tools you need for your survey.
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Create a free account at the survey website. You will need the account to create your survey and to access your results.
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Use the tools provided on the website to build your survey. Make sure to word your questions clearly and put them in a logical order. Save your survey when you are finished creating it to avoid losing your work.
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Send your survey to the people or group you want to poll. Give them time to view and respond to your questions.
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Access your survey results through the account you created in step 2. You will be able to view the responses of everyone who has taken your survey. Some sites, such as Google Docs, will also allow you to download the results of your survey as a spreadsheet that can be viewed in Microsoft Excel or other spreadsheet programs.
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Tips & Warnings
Some sites may limit the number or type of questions you can ask on your free survey. If you want to create larger surveys on these sites, you may need to purchase a paid account.
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