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Joel from Slido
Joel from SlidoCommunity Lead
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Slido's Switcher app was sunsetted in January 2025

We released the Switcher app in 2017 with the goal of enhancing the presentation experience by allowing seamless switching between Slido and any presentation. Slido Switcher addressed the need for a smooth and uninterrupted way to display polls and Q&A during events – by using another device as a remote control. This innovation aimed to make it easier for presenters to engage with their audience without disrupting the flow of their presentations. With that being said and after careful consideration, we decided to discontinue the Slido Switcher app for the following reasons:Low usage: While we recognize the value it brought to regular users, the Switcher app was one of our lesser-used features. Its functionality is fully covered by our PowerPoint and Google Slides integrations.   Outdated technology: Slido has transitioned to a new, more intuitive interface and has been completely revamped on the backend. Continuing to support the Switcher app would go against our commitment to prov

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Joel from Slido
Joel from SlidoCommunity Lead
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3 Slido features being retired with Slido's old interface

Some time ago, we announced that Slido’s host interface would be redesigned to provide a simpler and more intuitive experience. We also shared that a few existing features would be going away as a part of this change. Now that the new interface is set to become permanent for all users on May 27th, 2025, we wanted to provide a little more context behind our decision making.  Deciding to retire a feature is never easy and it’s not something we take lightly. We strive to be as transparent as possible. And although there are numerous factors involved, the impact on our customers is always the most important.  See our list of retiring features below. And although decisions have already been made, feel free to share any feedback in the thread. Ideas Polling Sessions Agenda  Ideas The Ideas feature has proven to be a great option for crowdsourcing topics and brainstorming together as a team. It was built similar to our Q&A, allowing other participants to upvote and even reply to one anoth

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Joel from Slido
Joel from Slido
Joel from SlidoCommunity Lead
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Slido's new interface becomes permanent on May 27th 🚀

We’ve been gradually rolling out our new and improved interface over the past year. It was finally released for all users on November 7th, 2024, and now we’re excited for it to become permanent for everyone on May 27th, 2025. Can I still use the old interface?Yes, but only until May 27th. At that point, the old interface will no longer be available for anyone and all users will be switched.  If you’re still using the old interface, sign up for a live training of the new version. Or check out a recorded training to get started right away. Will all the same Slido features be available in the new interface?In order to move forward with our sleeker design and user experience, we had to say goodbye to a few features. Learn all about the returning features and the ones being sunsetted in our feature continuity guide.  What resources are there to help with the new interface?Everything you need can be found on our new interface landing page including video guides, how-to articles, community qu

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Joel from Slido
Joel from SlidoCommunity Lead
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Slido participant mode not loading in China

Users in mainland China have reported issues with Slido’s participant mode since mid-December. Since then, our team has investigated the situation in collaboration with our infrastructure host (AWS). We’ve confirmed that no recent configuration changes on our end could have caused this behavior – and it appears the root cause is related to a block from China’s mobile carriers. We have limited influence over the network environment in China, but we are doing everything within our power to address the issue alongside our AWS partners. It has been reported that most people are able to access Slido using company networks and that the issue is mostly related to local networks. While we explore on our side, it may also be beneficial to reach out to your mobile provider directly to request assistance The use of company networks is the best recommendation we can provide at this time, but we will provide updates here as we have them.

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Joel from Slido
Joel from Slido
Joel from SlidoCommunity Lead
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Switch your Slido interface

Slido’s old interface will be fully deprecated on May 27th, 2025. At that point, all users will permanently changed to the new interface. Slido’s new interface will become permanent for all users on May 27th, 2025. If for some reason you’d like to use the old interface before then, you can switch via the help widget in the bottom left corner. Here you’ll see the option to Switch to old Slido. How to switch to old Slido Things to keep in mind:The option to switch is only temporary New accounts created after February 26, 2025 will not have the option to switch  All users will be permanently switched to the new interface on May 27th, 2025  

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Slido Team
Slido TeamEmployee
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Slido Product Event: Nov. 14th

Come explore the latest Slido improvements at our November 14th Product Event 🚀 In an era where efficient workflows and enhanced security are key to success, We’re excited to introduce our newest features designed to boost your productivity and engagement.Join us for our next Product Event, where we’ll showcase our brand-new, more intuitive interface and the cutting-edge Slido AI Assistant. Additionally, you'll get to see live demos and hear directly from the team behind these innovations.Tune in for November 14 at 8 AM PST / 5 PM CETIn 60 minutes you will:Get a chance to meet Slido’s product team and have them answer your questions Learn how the newest features can boost your workflow Dive deep into key topics like enhanced security and seamless usageDon't miss it 👉 register for free today. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Slido Team
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Slido has a new look: Introducing our improved interface 🎉

The new Slido interface is testament to our commitment to a better experience for our hosts and attendees. Our user-centric and innovative design has a sleek and modern look that should enable you to create your Slido’s faster 🚀.Presentations and events are fast-paced, and the way we work has changed in recent years, so engaging your audience has never been more important. Whether you’re running a corporate meeting, webinar, or even a lecture, maintaining your attendees attention is the key to success.Now, with the introduction of the improved Slido interface, we’ve made it easier for presenters and participants to engage with each other. Slido’s new interface becomes permanent for all users on May 27, 2025 🚀What’s New:​​​​​​​Creating a Slido Slido Q&A Slido Settings Managing Interactions ​​​​​​​Analytics ​​​​​​​Creating a SlidoThe new interface centralizes interaction options, allowing users to add polls, Q&A sessions and quizzes as interactions in fewer clicks. These option

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Slido Team
Slido TeamEmployee
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🚧 Help Center under construction: A New Slido Interface is on the way!

 We’ve redesigned how you create and manage Slido as a host, with a complete new look. The new interface is rolling out gradually and so you might notice a few changes. But don’t worry! With a focus on efficiency and ease of use, Slido is now more intuitive than ever.You can watch the announcement with more info here 👇 In this article:Why the change? How do I know if I’m using new Slido? Are there Help Center resources for both interfaces? Can I switch back to old Slido?  Why the change? We wanted to simplify the process of creating Slidos, with a focus on eliminating friction points for our users. This meant that changes in design were needed to make it easier for users to locate and use more features. Alongside the interface changes, all the technology on the backend has been upgraded too which should streamline any future improvements. Slido’s polling and Q&A are still front and center – they’re simply more efficient. Our research shows new users can create Slidos 30% faster in

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Joel from Slido
Joel from SlidoCommunity Lead
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Sign up for a training of Slido's new interface before it becomes permanent on May 27th📍

Slido’s new interface becomes permanent for all users on May 27, 2025 🚀 We’re hosting free training sessions for anyone to learn about the new interface. Sign up for a live session! Can’t make the live sessions? Or wanna get started right away? Check out a recorded training below 💪 All trainings will include:The motivation behind the redesign A tour through Slido’s new look & the biggest changes Our best practices during an engaging live demo Questions from the audienceFeel free to share this with any colleagues who may be interested.  Additional resources: Want to download the slides from the training?Find them attached below 😎

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Joel from Slido
Joel from Slido
Joel from SlidoCommunity Lead
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New Slido interface FAQs

Slido’s new interface is enabled by default for all users – with the ability to switch to the old interface remaining until May 27th, 2025. Although the new interface may look a little different, its design provides an easier, quicker, and more intuitive experience. See below for answers to the most common questions regarding the changes. Where do I create my polls? How do I save my polls? Where is my Q&A? What is the control bar for? How do I adjust my quiz timer? Can I still test my Slido as a participant? Has the participant experience changed? Does new Slido have all the same features? Can I switch back to the old Slido interface? Where can I find help?  Where do I create my polls?All polls and Q&A are now listed under My interactions on the left side. Create your polls by selecting the + Add option and choosing your poll type. Create your polls  How do I save my polls?Slido polls now save automatically after a few seconds. You can also save immediately by hitting return –

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Joel from Slido
Slido Team
Slido TeamEmployee
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We’re slowing down for the Holidays! See you in 2024. 🎉

We’ll be back to answer your questions and keep you up to date with the latest product news in January. Thank you for your continued support in 2023.Now go put your feet up, relax and enjoy 💚

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Carly from Slido
Slido Team
Slido TeamEmployee
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Help us revamp Community! 💪

We’re working on revamping Slido Community!  Our goal is to build a new destination for tips, tricks and best practices on using Slido - AND - we want to build it with you! Can you spare 30 minutes for a call with our amazing user researcher, Emma to discuss what you would like to see?You can choose a time slot that works best for you here: https://calendly.com/emartin-slido/slido-30-minute-research-call-help-resources Thank you so much for your help! 💚

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Slido Team
Slido Team
Slido TeamEmployee
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We’re slowing down for the Holidays & will be back in full force in January! Thank you for 2022 🎉

  Happy Holidays and an amazing New Year! 🎉 Thank you for your continuous support in 2022.  Enjoy your time off, relax & recharge.We look forward to seeing you in 2023 💚  

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Slido Team
Slido Team
Slido TeamEmployee
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We’re excited to share the news about Cisco’s intent to acquire Slido!

We started Slido with the vision to transform how meetings and events are run around the world.In the eight years since we began, the world has changed, no more so than in 2020. With millions of workers shifting to remote work, having the right technology in place to power their work and meetings is absolutely critical.In today’s work environment, it has never been more important to connect and collaborate, no matter how, where or when we work together. We believe that the way we work has changed forever. In the years to come, much of our work will happen on video calls and virtual meetings.We realized that if we want to impact millions of lives for better and truly transform how meetings and events are run around the World, we will need a strong partner. Therefore, we are excited to join Cisco to further their vision to make the Webex experience 10x better than in-person meetings and make sure everyone’s voice is heard.While we will become part of Cisco and integrate into the Webex pl

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Slido Team
Slido TeamEmployee
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📢 Call for Slido tips from our users

We are so impressed by how creative you all are in using Slido in meetings! That's why we'd like to ask you for help.Could you share your tips on how to use Slido during internal company meetings (ideally smaller team meetings)? The tips can be about your use case, facilitation, or meeting design.Here are three questions we'd love you to answer:How do you design your internal team meetings with Slido? (I.e. at what points do you use Slido and how?) Do you have any Slido tips or tricks that work well for you?  (This can relate to the product, meeting facilitation, general engagement with Slido, or meeting structure) BONUS: Where does Slido bring you the biggest value during your team meetings?We will be extremely grateful for any tips that you're willing to share.  The more you're able to share, the better. We'd like to use some of these tips in our thought leadership report, either anonymized or attributed. Let us know in case you prefer to be anonymized. Just post them in the comments

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Juraj Pal
Juraj PalSlido Head of Product
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Sunsetting Slido's Slack integration: Here's why and what's next

We're announcing today that we'll be turning off our Slack integration on November 30th. Two years ago, we launched our Slack app to make it easier for our users to collect questions without the need to leave Slack.I know that for some of you, the news may come as a surprise. Let me share how we came to this decision and what might come next. 🌇 Why we’re sunsetting our Slack integrationWith this integration, we wanted to bring Slido closer to where you work. Despite our best efforts, it missed the mark in a few ways:The feature enables users only to collect questions or ideas. If they want team members to upvote them, they have to leave Slack and do it in a browser. With the current integration, users can't create and share polls in Slack.To address these limitations and bring Slido to Slack in a way it deserves, we need to rethink our approach and build it from the ground up. 👀 What's nextFirst, I want to thank you for having been on this journey with us and for sharing all the comm

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Slido Team
Slido TeamEmployee
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1 Million Events 🎉

In September, we’ve crossed the milestone of one million events that have used Slido to create better interactions between speakers and their audiences since our foundation in 2012. In total, our users engaged over 45 million active participants who sent over 20 million questions into Slido and cast more than 63 million poll votes.For this, we’d like to say thank you to every one of you who put your trust in Slido and supported us on our journey.This milestone comes to us in a time of great transformation, and even greater challenges.As millions of people had to switch to remote work, online meetings have become the new normal.It had an impact on us too.From March, we’ve seen an unprecedented 200% YoY growth of customers using Slido mainly in smaller meetings, as the companies needed to stay connected with their remote teams.Now more than ever, we feel committed to keep helping you create meaningful interactions and drive important conversations in and across teams. From conferences to

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