CiviCents
Nonpartisan Ballot Guide
About
This app provides a nonpartisan guide to upcoming elections, explaining ballot measures and candidate information in plain English. It links all summaries to official sources and allows users to compare candidates on key issues without revealing voting intentions.
What's New in CiviCents
1.1.1
October 26, 2026
Opens the right screen from App Store events. Minor fixes.
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FAQ
What is CiviCents?
CiviCents is a nonpartisan ballot guide designed to explain what's on your ballot in plain English. It provides summaries for ballot measures and information on candidates, linking every detail back to its official source without telling you how to vote.
What election information does CiviCents cover?
CiviCents covers California statewide propositions, statewide measures in other western states, and your local House and Senate races. It also provides election day reminders like poll hours.
How does CiviCents explain ballot measures?
Each ballot measure is broken down into what is being proposed, why it matters, and who would be affected. It includes summarized official arguments from supporters and opponents, fiscal effects, and open questions.
How does CiviCents help with candidate information?
You can find candidates on your ballot by entering your ZIP code or using your location. CiviCents allows you to compare candidates on housing, taxes, and healthcare using their campaign statements and selected official votes.
Is CiviCents private and secure?
Yes, CiviCents is designed to be private. It requires no account or sign-in, does not ask how you plan to vote, and keeps your data on your iPhone. Location data is used only once to find your district and is not saved.
Where does CiviCents get its information?
All summaries in CiviCents are linked to their official sources, such as the California Secretary of State voter guide, state voter pamphlets, certified candidate lists, and official congressional records. The date each source was reviewed is also shown.
What devices does CiviCents support?
CiviCents is currently supported on iPhone devices. It was released on October 23, 2026, with the latest version being 1.1.0.
What is the age rating for CiviCents?
CiviCents has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger users who are interested in understanding election processes.