Citizen OS

Citizen OS provides an open-source, free to use, online platform, that enables users to initiate participation processes with their community. It offers various features for discussions, idea gathering and voting. Based in Estonia, the platform is compatible with the official e-ID of the country. Citizen OS is ready-made for use anywhere in the world and offers ongoing support by their team.

Product

At the core of our mission lies a deep commitment to placing democracy within reach of every individual. That’s why we’ve created a secure, free and open source participation platform for ourselves and the world, empowering organizations and communities to connect individuals from diverse locations and timezones, enabling them to engage in meaningful discussions and make collective decisions on matters that directly impact their lives and overall welfare.

Who uses our platform?

Our platform is designed for organisations and communities who value a diversity of opinions. It’s especially loved by civil society leaders who believe that everyone has the right to make their voice heard. While the below are our most common types of user, the platform is used by all kinds of groups. Schools, local governments, book clubs, friendship groups, families – you name it!

Civic movements

These changemakers use the Citizen OS platform to initiate public discussions and collect ideas on the topics that they stand for, be it the protection of flying squirrels, women rights or the ethics of AI.

Active citizens

Active citizens are the ones who raise difficult questions about the problems facing their communities, and invite their community members into the discussion on the Citizen OS platform. Whether it’s the local government´s proposed construction project or changes to the local bus schedule, active citizens take action to discuss and communicate their opinions to the decision-makers.

Professional Unions and Associations

These guys are so busy that it's almost impossible to get them in the same room at the same time! That’s why they use our platform for asynchronous meetings and general meetings. They hold discussions and votes: setting the directions of their advocacy groups, electing board members and approving the annual report.

Political parties

Party members participate in internal discussions on the Citizen OS platform, to decide on their party's political stance. This means party representatives can be confident they’re communicating the party's collective position, not just their personal opinion.