The country’s attention is on America as voting is in full swing for the next American Idol winner. To ensure your voice is heard, here are the three ways you can cast your vote for your favorite contestant to advance to the finale. Whether you choose to vote on AmericanIdol.com/Vote, via text, or on social media, you have the opportunity to vote 10 times per method, allowing for a total of 50 votes for your preferred artist.
American Idol viewers have three options to participate in the voting system this season: AmericanIdol.com/vote, via text, or through social media platforms. It’s important to note that voters must be at least 16 years old and located in the U.S., Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands to vote on ABC.com, and at least 18 years old to vote on social media.
The voting period for American Idol begins on Monday, March 16, 2026, coinciding with the East Coast broadcast at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT and closes at 6 a.m. ET/3 a.m. PT the following day. Additionally, voting will continue on Monday, March 23rd at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT, concluding at 6 a.m. ET/3 a.m. PT on March 24th. For the most up-to-date information on when to vote each week throughout the season, viewers can visit AmericanIdol.com/vote.
With a limit of 10 votes per contestant per method per episode, fans have the opportunity to show support for their favorite artists in various ways each week. Whether using AmericanIdol.com/vote, social media platforms, or text voting, viewers can make their voices heard in determining the next American Idol winner.
For the first time in American Idol history, fans can participate in voting through social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok. By commenting with the name of the contestant they are supporting in the official pinned post, viewers can cast their votes. Each comment counts as one vote, with a maximum of 10 votes per finalist allowed. Voters must be at least 18 years old and located in the U.S. to participate in social media voting.
Text voting is another option for American Idol fans, where they can simply text the voting number of their chosen contestant to “21523.” The voting numbers for each contestant will be displayed during their performances, making it easy for viewers to show their support. Message and data rates may apply, so voters should be aware of any potential charges associated with text voting.
The excitement of American Idol continues to captivate audiences on Monday nights at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC. As the competition heats up and viewers rally behind their favorite contestants, the journey to crown the next American Idol winner promises to be filled with talent, emotion, and unforgettable performances.
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