Understanding the Voting System
Voting System
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How voting works, what each vote means, and how Chirpy learns your preferences
The Two Discover Actions
Chirpy uses a simple, intuitive voting system inspired by modern dating apps. Every name gets one of three votes:
Play
Swipe Right or Tap Play
Meaning: This name deserves another round
What happens: Added to your Contenders list and ready for Tournament
Pass
Swipe Left or Tap Pass
Meaning: This name doesn't match your style or preferences
What happens: Won't see it again, but you can undo from History
How Voting Works
On Mobile (Swipe Interface)
- A name card appears with the name, origin, and brief meaning
- Swipe right to Pass or Play
- Swipe left to pass
- Tap the name to see full details before voting
- Tap the star icon in the corner for Details
On Desktop/Tablet
- Browse names in a grid or list view
- Click the heart icon to Pass or Play
- Click the X to pass
- Click the star for Details
- Click the name itself to open detailed view with pronunciation, history, famous bearers, etc.
What Chirpy Learns From Your Votes
Every vote teaches Chirpy's recommendation engine about your preferences:
- Name origins: Loving Irish names? You'll see more Celtic options
- Sound patterns: Like names ending in "-a"? Chirpy notices
- Syllable count: Prefer short punchy names or longer melodic ones?
- Popularity tier: Classic top-10 names or unique rare finds?
- Cultural associations: Biblical, nature-inspired, virtue names, etc.
- Name characteristics: Modern vs traditional, soft vs strong, etc.
The more you vote, the better your recommendations get! After 20-30 votes, Chirpy will have a solid understanding of your style.
Partner Voting
When you have a partner connected, voting becomes even more powerful:
Contender Pool
Names that BOTH partners voted "Pass or Play" appear in a special "Contender Pool" section. This is your golden list - names you both genuinely like without compromise!
Disagreements
When one partner Plays a name but the other Passes, it shows in "Disagreements." This isn't necessarily bad - many couples find their final name started as a disagreement after having a conversation about it.
Bridge Names
Chirpy's AI identifies names with qualities of both partners' preferences. These "bridge names" often become unexpected contenders because they blend your styles.
Changing Your Mind
Your preferences will evolve - that's normal! Here's how to manage votes:
Undo a Vote
- Go to History (in main menu)
- Find the name you want to change
- Tap it to open details
- Change your vote or select "Remove Vote"
Bulk Vote Management
Pro users can sort/filter their vote history and bulk edit votes. Great for when your taste shifts mid-pregnancy!
Advanced Voting Features
Tournament Mode (Pro)
Once you have 10+ contenders, use Tournament Mode to narrow them down. Chirpy pits names against each other in head-to-head matchups. After several rounds, you'll have a clear winner based on difficult choices.
Voting Insights (Pro)
See analytics about your voting patterns:
- Your most common name origins
- Syllable preferences
- How selective you are (pass rate %)
- Agreement rate with partner
- How your taste has evolved over time
Voting Strategy Tips
- Vote quickly on first pass - go with gut feeling
- Use Details for names you're torn about (revisit later)
- Don't overthink early votes - they help Chirpy learn
- Read full details before adding to shortlist
- Browse separately from partner initially to avoid influence
- Review Contender Pool together weekly
- Vote on at least 50 names before judging recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my partner see my votes?
Yes! When you vote on a name, your partner sees your vote on that name immediately. This transparency helps you discover shared preferences quickly.
What if I accidentally vote?
Easy fix! Just find the name in your History and change the vote. Or shake your phone (on mobile) to undo your last vote immediately.
Do my votes affect my partner's recommendations?
No. Each person's Discovery feed is personalized to THEIR voting history. Your partner might see names you've passed if those names match their style.
How many names should I vote on?
Your available votes depend on your current plan and any daily limits shown in the live Discovery controls. Vote consistently to teach Chirpy your taste; the right number varies by family and journey.