FAQs
expand_moreWhat are the different kinds of petitions that BoPeep offers?
BoPeep supports three petition types, each offering a different level of anonymity:
- Blind Petitions
Signatures are fully anonymous—even to the creator. BoPeep encrypts identities so that the final petition shows only:
- Number of signers
- Number of recipients
- Domain names of invitees’ email addresses (e.g., @gmail.com)
- Semi-Blind Petitions Signatures are anonymous until a threshold is met. If enough people sign, all signatures (names and emails) become visible. If the threshold is not met, the petition self-deletes after two weeks.
- Transparent Petitions Signatures (names and emails) are visible only after the deadline. Until then, signatures remain encrypted.
expand_moreWhat information is visible on the final petition?
Transparent Petitions: Petition text, names, and email addresses of signers (after the deadline). Semi-Blind Petitions: Same as Transparent—only if the threshold is met. Blind Petitions: Petition text, number of recipients, number of signers, and email domains (not full addresses).
expand_moreCan the creator of the petition see who signs?
Blind Petitions: No—signatures are never visible to anyone, including the creator. Semi-Blind Petitions: Not at first. But if the signature threshold is met, all signatures become visible to the creator and other recipients. Transparent Petitions: Yes, but only after the deadline. Until then, signatures are hidden—even from the creator.
expand_moreIs the creator of a petition anonymous?
Yes. The creator’s identity is never shown. If the creator also signs the petition, their name will appear among the signers (if applicable), but the petition will not indicate who started it.
expand_moreWhat happens if the threshold is not met in a Semi-Blind petition?
If the threshold is not met:
- No signatures are revealed
- The petition self-deletes after two weeks
- Not even the creator can access the responses
expand_moreDoes it cost money?
- Creating a public petition is free.
- Creating an invitation-only petition costs $9.99.
- Signing a petition is always free, and no account is required.
- You can test BoPeep’s invitation-only function for free by creating a petition with only one recipient—there’s no charge in that case.
expand_moreWhat if BoPeep’s emails are caught in a spam filter?
This can happen depending on the recipient’s email settings. If someone doesn’t receive their invitation, ask them to check their spam folder for an email from BoPeep. Once your petition is final, you can either:
- Have BoPeep send it anonymously
- Or distribute it yourself by email or as a printed copy
expand_moreI’ve created a petition and some people have signed. Why can’t I see the final version yet?
You can only view the final results when:
- The deadline you set has passed
- Or all invited recipients have responded, Until then, even Transparent petitions will keep signatures hidden. If your petition is Semi-Blind and doesn't meet the signature threshold, no signatures will be revealed.
expand_moreI’m having trouble navigating BoPeep’s interface. What can I do?
We’re committed to accessibility and full compliance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). If you have trouble using our site, please email us at contact@bopetition.com.