How to View & Export Final Election Results

Last updated August 25, 2026

After an election closes, you can view the final results and export them for your records. This article covers where to find your results, the types of reports available, and how to export the data.

View Transcript

[0:00]: Welcome to Ballot Bites. Today's topic is final results and exporting. There are two ways to view your results. First, after your election has closed, you can see Results right on your dashboard under Summary & Reports.

[0:14]: And second, from the Reports section in the left navigation menu, you'll see five types of reports here: Results, Email Report, Daily Participation, Voter Log, and Voter Satisfaction. To see your election results, click Results.

[0:38]: Each office on the ballot is organized into its own tab for easy review. Results update in real time during the voting period, so you can check progress any time after your election opens. If your ballot allows write-in nominations, those entries appear in the write-in field, listed in the order in which they were received.

[1:03]: Whenever you need a snapshot of your data, you can export the results to Excel or CSV. The downloaded report breaks offices into separate tabs for easy review. That's it. Your results in a snap. Thanks for watching. Grab another bite in our series of quick tips at any time.

Accessing Election Results

  1. Navigate to your dashboard after the election has closed.
  2. Find results under the Summary and Reports section.

Viewing Reports

The Reports section in the left navigation with five report types: Results, Email Report, Daily Participation, Voter Log, and Voter Satisfaction.
  • Go to the Reports section in the left navigation menu.
  • There are five types of reports available:
    • Results
    • Email Report
    • Daily Participation
    • Voter Log
    • Voter Satisfaction

Checking Results

The Results report with each office shown on its own tab.
  • Click Results to view detailed election outcomes.
  • Each office on the ballot is organized into its own tab for easier navigation.

Real-Time Updates

Election results updating in real time, with write-in nominations listed by order received.
  • Results update in real time during the voting period.
  • Check progress anytime after the election opens.
  • If applicable, write-in nominations will appear in the designated field, listed by the order received.

Exporting Results

Exporting results to Excel or CSV, with offices separated into tabs.
  • For a snapshot of your data, export results to Excel or CSV format.
  • The downloaded report will separate offices into different tabs for easy review.

Related questions

Can I audit anonymous votes for accuracy?

While individual choices remain private, SnapBallot provides results and turnout data to ensure election integrity.

Can I change the close date of my election after voting begins or my election has ended?

No. Once an election has opened and voting has begun, the election open and close dates cannot be changed. Please review your election schedule carefully before launching your election.

What reports are available after an election?

SnapBallot provides results reports, turnout summaries, voter participation logs, and downloadable data files. These reports are designed to support transparency while maintaining voter privacy.

What are preliminary results?

Preliminary results allow election administrators to view live results as votes are submitted, before the election has closed.

When Preliminary Results are enabled, the Voter Log and voter statuses are hidden until the election closes to protect voter integrity.

The Preliminary Results setting cannot be changed once voting begins, whether it was initially enabled or disabled. Be sure to select your preferred setting before opening the election.

Related articles

Ballot Setup & Voting Rules

Email Set Up & The Email Report

Learn how to set up election emails in SnapBallot, including invitations, confirmations, reminders, and how to review email delivery reports.

Results & Reporting

Track Voting Participation in Real Time

See how many members have voted while your election is open. The Daily Participation report updates in real time so…

From The Blog

Security & Compliance

How To Run a Secure Online Vote Without IT Support

No IT? No problem. Follow these steps to plan a secure online vote without any technical experience.

Tools & Features

HOA Election Systems: 8 Features That Save Money & Improve Elections

Discover 8 essential features of HOA election systems that save money, improve participation, and make elections more secure and efficient.

Tools & Features

Common Questions About Electronic Voting Systems for HOAs

Get answers to the most common questions about HOA electronic voting systems, including legality, security, compliance, accessibility, and homeowner adoption.