RANDOM PICKER
Spin a wheel to pick names or numbers — with optional no-repeats
Add names (choose how many) or generate numbers from a min/max range. Enable Remove winner to avoid repeats across rounds.
Controls
How this tool works
Build a wheel, spin, and (optionally) remove winners — everything runs in your browser.
Choose Names or Numbers, load your entries, then click Update wheel. The wheel is drawn instantly on your device — no sign-ups, no uploads.
Pick a mode
Names for people/choices, Numbers for ranges and draws.
Load entries
Paste names (one per line) or set a min/max range.
Build wheel
Click Update wheel to apply your latest changes.
Spin & repeat
Enable Remove winner to prevent repeats across rounds.
Privacy note: entries stay in your browser during use. Nothing is uploaded or stored on a server.
Practical guide
Fast setup paths + best practices for readable labels and fair rounds.
Fast setup (Names)
- Paste names (one per line) → click Use pasted.
- Click Update wheel → then Spin the wheel.
- For multiple winners, turn on Remove winner and spin again.
Fast setup (Numbers)
- Set Min and Max → click Update wheel.
- Huge range? Set a count (≤ 200) to sample unique numbers.
- Use Shuffle if you want a fresh slice order before spinning.
Readability tip: labels look best under ~60 slices. If you need more, keep names short (e.g., “Sam P.”).
Troubleshooting
Quick fixes for the most common “why isn’t it spinning?” issues.
- Spin is disabled: click Update wheel after adding items. The wheel needs at least 1 entry.
- Wheel looks blank: you cleared inputs or haven’t built yet. Add items → Update wheel.
- Names look cut off: shorten names, reduce slices, or use initials.
- Numbers range is too large: set a count (≤ 200) to sample unique numbers.
- Repeats keep happening: enable Remove winner. Without it, repeats are expected.
FAQ
Short answers about randomness, repeats, limits, and privacy.
Is the wheel truly random?
What does “Remove winner” do?
How many slices can I add?
Can I pick multiple winners?
Is any data saved or uploaded?
How do I restart a new round?
Common use cases
Simple ways people use the wheel daily — work, class, games, and giveaways.
People & picks
- Giveaways — remove winners to prevent duplicates.
- Team standups — rotate who speaks next using Names mode.
- Classroom picks — fair random selection of students.
- Sports brackets — randomize matchups or pick starters.
Games & numbers
- Game nights — pick challenges, teams, or turn order.
- Raffle draws — pick numbers from a range.
- Decision roulette — “what should we do next?” options.
- Sampling — huge ranges? sample unique numbers with a count.
Tip: If you’re sharing on a call, use fewer slices (or shorter labels) so the wheel stays readable on screen.
