FAQs What is act.now?act.now is the grassroots advocacy platform that levels the playing field. We built it for everyday Americans. Tools that used to be locked behind paywalls for lobbyists and big special interests are now free for everyone. We built act.now to give everyday Americans real power to move the needle: stay sharp on what's happening, make your voice impossible to ignore, and engage decision-makers at every level of government like a pro. Just like the Founding Fathers knew, an informed, fired-up citizenry is how we keep the Republic strong. So we shipped the tools to make that happen, no gatekeepersWhat does “grassroots” mean?Grassroots is when change starts with regular people like you and me, at the local level, and builds up from there to influence state, national, or even bigger decisions. It's the classic We the People way: everyday Americans getting involved, staying informed, and pushing policymakers to actually pay attention, without waiting for some top-down elite to hand things down. No special interests pulling strings, just citizens driving the conversation. That's what act.now is built for—giving you the tools to make that bottom-up power real and effective on the stuff that matters to you. No connections needed, no paywalls. Your voice can start small and end up changing things.Why did you create act.now?We believe freedom of speech and the right to peacefully assemble aren't just nice ideas — they're core to keeping America free. But right now, most Americans don't have easy, powerful ways to actually get involved in advocacy. The tools that let big lobbyists and special interests punch way above their weight were either too expensive or locked away, out of reach of ordinary Americans. It pissed us off. So we fixed it. We built a free platform that puts those same pro-level capabilities in your hands — no matter who you are — so you and people who believe in your cause can directly reach out to government officials, companies, universities, cultural leaders, whoever's making decisions that affect you. It's about closing the gap so regular Americans aren't left on the sidelines. You shouldn't need deep pockets or insider connections to make your voice count. That’s why we made it simple, effective, and open to everyone because that's how real change happens — from the ground up. If you're tired of watching from the outside, this is your way in.Does act.now cost money to use?Nope. It's completely free. All the core advocacy tools on act.now are 100% free for everyone, no strings attached. We built this so regular people could have the same powerful options that lobbyists and special interest groups pay big bucks for. No paywalls. No subscriptions required to get started or make a real impact. For those looking for premium features like additional tools, analytics and features, we’ve got you covered with our enterprise level solutions. But those will always be add-ons. The essentials (contacting decision-makers, staying informed, organizing with your group) stay free forever. You decide what you need. Bottom line: your voice shouldn't cost a dime to be heard.Who can use act.now?act.now is for everyone. Literally anyone who wants to make their voice heard and push for real change. Whether you're a small town PTA president taking on a rogue school board, a grassroots group fighting for sanity in local government, a state political party organizing for victory, a big national org fighting to save Western Civilization, or just one person who's fed up and ready to act — act.now is built for you. No matter your scale, location, or background, you get the same powerful, pro-level tools to contact decision-makers, stay informed, organize with others, and actually move the needle. It's open to conservatives across the country who care about preserving what makes America great. If you're in the fight, act.now is for you.Does act.now engage in censorship like big tech?No. We’re not big tech, we’re your tech. We don't police or censor what you say as long as it's lawful. act.now is all about keeping the lines open for real, direct dialogue between citizens and the people or institutions that answer to us. We facilitate free, open expression so you can make your views known without unnecessary barriers. That said, like any platform, we have basic community guidelines: we will remove content that crosses into threats, harassment, or anything illegal. (Check our Terms of Service for the full details.) We're not here to play speech police or shut down debate. We're here to empower everyday Americans to speak up and be heard.Why do I have to give my name and address before taking action on campaigns?Elected officials (and their staff) prioritize messages from real constituents first. Without knowing you're in their district or jurisdiction, your message often gets ignored or deprioritized because they get flooded with input from everywhere. Providing your name and address lets them quickly verify you're a local voter or resident, which makes your feedback count more and increases the chances they'll read it, log it, or even respond. It's a standard thing in advocacy. In fact, offices routinely skip or trash anonymous/out-of-district messages to focus on who matters to their reelection and responsibilities. act.now handles this step for you seamlessly. We use the info to route your message to the right officials and confirm your relevance to them in the process, but we protect your privacy as much as the law allows. We don't sell it, share it unnecessarily, or use it for anything beyond making your action effective. No fluff, just what works to get your voice through the noise. It's a small ask for bigger impact. Your real, verified input is what moves the needle the fastest.Can I use act.now to communicate with institutions outside of government? Yes, absolutely. Government isn't the only place making decisions that affect your life. Universities, big corporations, cultural orgs, NGOs and other powerful institutions do too. act.now is built to let you reach them directly, and we're the only platform that handles this in a way that's fully compliant with FCC rules (so you're not accidentally breaking federal regs on mass communications). Just pick the "non-government" campaign option when you set it up — that routes everything correctly and keeps you clear of any potential fines. One hard line we do enforce: you can't target private citizens who aren't decision-makers or public figures. That crosses into harassment territory, violates our Terms of Service, and will get you removed from the platform right away. No exceptions. Everything else? Fair game. Use act.now to hold accountable whoever needs holding accountable — government or not.How do I know if the action I took actually did any good?It's a fair question. Nobody wants to shout into the void. We count on the Organizers (the people who started the campaign) to come back and update everyone on what happened: did officials respond, was policy changed, did the company back down, or whatever the goal was. You'll see those updates right in the campaign feed or notifications if you took action. Beyond that, we've got a dedicated "Impact" page on the platform where we highlight real stories of wins. Everyday Americans using the platform to flip school board decisions, push back on corporate policies, influence legislation, or get heard by big institutions. These aren't hypotheticals, they're documented cases where the action of people just like you made a difference. We keep adding to it as more results roll in. It's proof that when regular people show up with real, verified input, history changes.