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Max messenger adds polls to group chats for up to 15 users
Max messenger, which recently rebranded its name from “Max” to “Макс” (though it still uses “MAX” in press materials), has launched public polls within group chats. The feature is currently available in groups of up to 1
Max messenger, which recently rebranded its name from “Max” to “Макс” (though it still uses “MAX” in press materials), has launched public polls within group chats. The feature is currently available in groups of up to 15 members, with plans to roll it out across all chats in the coming days. Users need to update their app to access the new polls feature.
- Polls in Max work for groups of up to 15 participants; soon, all chats will support the feature.
- Participants can vote, view real-time results, and change their answers; only the poll creator can close voting.
- Max recently added one-tap transcription of voice messages.
To create a poll, open a group chat, tap the paperclip icon at the bottom, and select “Poll.” Then enter your question, add answer options, and tap “Create.”
Once published, all chat members can see live results and revise their votes at any time. Only the poll creator has the authority to end the poll.
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Alongside polls, Max supports quick transcription of voice messages: a single tap on the icon next to the recording instantly converts audio into text.
Max is a Russian national messenger increasingly competing with giants like Telegram and WhatsApp by focusing on localized features and user privacy regulations. While Telegram dominates with large communities and extensive bot support, Max’s addition of interactive tools like polls and voice transcription highlights a push to enhance group chat engagement.
Watch how these features evolve and whether Max can build a strong communal experience in smaller groups before expanding to larger audiences. Enabling polls across all chats could make Max a more attractive platform for coordinated discussions and decision-making among tight-knit circles.
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