Observer: who they are and what they can do
This article aims to explain the role of the Observer on the Eligo platform: who they are and what they can do with this profile.
The Observer role is a read-only user profile, designed for committee members, organizers, or users who need access to the backoffice. This profile allows monitoring of system data without the ability to perform operational actions on votes.
Specifically, this profile allows:
Platform access
The observer will be added to the platform by the area administrator as explained here. They will then receive an email with the credentials to access the platform:

Simply click on "Sign in backoffice" and enter the received credentials.
1. Viewing data and configurations
By accessing the platform before voting opens, it will be possible to view data and configurations by clicking on the
icon for the section to be checked:

The eye-shaped icon on the right shows a preview of the ballot as voters will see it.
2. Monitoring turnout
Once voting is open, counters will appear allowing the observer to monitor turnout:

3. Downloading reports
Once voting is closed, the observer will be able to view and download the final reports:

NOTE: The Observer can view data but cannot modify it, send credentials, or open/close/suspend votes.