FAQ — Random Name Picker Wheel
Quick answers for fair picks, privacy, and everyday usage.
Each spin selects a winner using browser cryptographic randomness when available (window.crypto). The wheel animation is visual; the winner is chosen fairly in client-side logic.
Yes. Entries and results stay in your browser during normal use. No signup is required for spinning the wheel.
You can paste a large list of names (up to 500 lines). For readability, keep names short and remove blank lines.
Yes. If a name appears multiple times, each occurrence has its own slice and probability, which is useful for weighted chances.
After a spin, click Remove in the winner modal. That removes the selected entry from the list so the next spin cannot pick it again.
Yes. It is designed for teachers, livestream giveaways, team turn order, and family decisions with a large wheel and simple controls.
Yes. The interface is mobile-first and responsive, and the wheel scales for phones, tablets, and desktops.
This minimal mode keeps spin duration fixed at 8 seconds to reduce configuration choices and avoid user confusion.
Yes. Use the Copy winner action to copy the selected result to your clipboard instantly.
No installation is required. You can use it instantly in the browser, and optionally install it as a web app when your device supports it.