Anonymous Surveys
Get Higher Response Rates & Better Insights with Anonymous Surveys
Higher Completion Rates
68% increase in survey participation when anonymous
Genuine Feedback
Eliminate the social desirability bias
Better Data Quality
Respondents share what they really think
Anonymous Surveys with SmartSurvey
IP Address Protection
System automatically removes all IP address data upon survey access, leaving no digital footprint
Tracking Link Control
Apply anonymity settings to individual tracking links – create multiple links with different privacy settings for the same survey
Email & SMS Distribution
Send anonymous surveys via email or SMS while maintaining reminder functionality without compromising respondent identity
Save and Continue
Let respondents pause and resume surveys securely without compromising anonymity – contact details are stored separately from responses
GDPR Compliance Built-in
Our anonymous survey feature supports Data Protection by Design principles required by modern privacy regulations.
Tips for Getting Better Results with Anonymous Surveys
Transparent Introduction
Start with a clear statement about anonymity: "Your feedback is valued and completely anonymous. Your identity will remain protected."
Question Design
Use survey questions that won't inadvertently affect respondent anonymity:
- Rating scales
- Multiple-choice questions
- Open text fields with general topics
- Matrix questions for comparing factors
Avoid Identifying Elements
- Skip questions that combine organisation name with job titles
- Don't use custom variables that track individual responses
- Remove demographic questions that could identify unique individuals
Smart Distribution
- Enable anonymous settings across all tracking links, including email invitations
- Consider using the SMS distribution feature for even greater perceived anonymity
- Use the web collector option for maximum respondent comfort
Enable Anonymous Surveys in 3 Simple Steps with SmartSurvey
- Go to the Collect page of your survey
- Hover over your Tracking Link and select Settings
- Check the Anonymous Survey box
That's it! Your survey now discards IP addresses as soon as respondents visit, ensuring fundamental anonymity.
Enable Anonymous Surveys in 3 Simple Steps with SmartSurvey
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