Voatz for Android

This requires you to verify your identity (a good thing), however when I attempt to take a picture of my face the app will not take the picture. I have tried everything from getting into better lighting to changing what is in the background, it just will not take the photo. I am on a 3rd Generation SE and am wondering if it is because my front facing camera doesn't support Face ID. My wife using an Android 13 was able to verify with no issues. If this app requires a specific front facing camera it should really say that in the description, or give you the option to manually take the photo.

Identity verification requires both a photo of a government ID and a live photo of the voter taken within the app. The app is supposed to take these photos when you’ve positioned the ID Card/your head within the frames the app shows you. Problem: could not get it to take a photo of my face. I tried repositioning my face every which way, changing lighting, moving camera closer or farther, changing background. App never takes the picture. I conclude that this app is a complete waste of time. YMMV.

Oregon pioneered universal vote by mail in 1989 and now has a pilot project for military and expat voting using Voatz. The older reviews seem dated: my experience today was easy, seamless and secure. A great step forward in universal enfranchisement.

I tried to vote in Venezuela’s National Assembly’s Consulta Popular but couldn’t. Verification process is cumbersome. The election option didn’t show up at once so I gave it a day. Then I logged on and found I couldn’t access the app. When I finally did, they said the ID wasn’t verified, for which I sent I picture I believe was quite clear. I’ll have to go vote in person. I don’t recommend it.

Wow, who could have thought that voting out of your country and though an app would be possible? I’m happy I had the experience to try this app. The process was smooth. I had to contact customer support and they were so helpful and kind. Thanks guys!