The voting has been turned over to America on American Ido. So to make sure your voice is heard, here are the three ways to vote for your favorite to make it through to the finale. Here is how to cast your ballot at either AmericanIdol.com/Vote, the American Idol app, or via text.
How to vote for the American Idol winner for 2025
You have three options in the American Idol voting system this year: AmericanIdol.com/vote, the American Idol app, or via text.
When can I vote for American Idol?
Voting for American Idol begins Sunday, April 13, 2025. Voting opens at the beginning of the East Coast broadcast at approximately 8 p.m. ET/ 5p.m. PT and closes at 6 a.m. ET/.3 a.m. PT. the next morning.
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How often can I vote for American Idol?
There is a limit of 10 votes per contestant per method each episode for a total of 30 across all three voting methods.
How to vote at AmericanIdol.com/vote
Go to AmericanIdol.com/vote and register. Then you simply sign in and click on the artist you wish to vote for and assign that artist the number of votes you wish to cast. Then click the Save button. This voting method allows up to 10 votes per contestant. Don’t forget to save when entering or updating your votes!
How to vote using the American Idol App
Download the official American Idol app from the Apple app store or Google Play to watch highlights and vote. After you download the app, create an account and sign in. Click Go to Vote Now. Find the artist you wish to vote for and assign that artist the number of votes you wish to cast. Then click the Save button.
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American Idol text votes
For American Idol text votes, simply text the voting numbers of the contestant you would like to vote for to “21523”. The voting number for each contestant will displayed during each night’s performances. Message and data rates may apply for app download and usage.
- Penny Samar Text 2 to 21523
- Kolbi Jordan Text 3 to 21523
- Baylee Littrell Text 4 to 21523
- Victor Solomon Text 5 to 21523
- Gabby Samone Text 6 to 21523
- Zaylie Windsor Text 8 to 21523
- Breanna Nix Text 9 to 21523
- Isaiah Misailegalu Text 10 to 21523
- Slater Nalley Text 11 to 21523
- Jamal Roberts Text 12 to 21523
American Idol airs Sunday and Monday nights at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC.
