Is the draw truly random?
It is as random as the browser's cryptographic generator, which is seeded by the operating system. The shuffle is an unbiased Fisher-Yates algorithm, so no name is favoured by its position in the list.
Random Name Picker
Paste a list of names, choose how many winners you need, and draw them with a cryptographic random generator.
Runs in your browser — nothing is uploaded
About the Random Name Picker
Giveaways, classroom selections and team rotations need a draw that everyone accepts as fair. A simple random number is not enough when people will check the outcome, so the picker uses the browser's cryptographically secure random generator.
Enter one name per line, set the number of winners, and draw. Each draw shuffles the list with an unbiased method, so every entry has an equal chance. Repeat the draw to pick a new set.
FAQ
Random Name Picker — frequently asked
Can a name win twice in one draw?
No. Each name is in the list once, so it can win only once per draw. Remove duplicate names first if someone entered several times.
How do I make the draw fair for everyone?
Publish the entry rules, freeze the list before the draw, and keep a screenshot of the entries and results. Some organisers also livestream the draw.
Can I draw more winners than names?
No. The picker needs at least as many names as winners, and it shows a message if the list is too short.
Is the list sent to a server?
No. Names are used in your browser only, and nothing is uploaded or stored.
Can I use it for legal prize draws?
Rules differ by country and by type of prize. Check local regulations for prize promotions and keep records, since an online tool does not replace a formal draw where one is required.
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