Question 1

How does the name picker choose a winner?

Accepted Answer

Names are split into a list (one per line) and a winner is chosen using the browser's cryptographically-suitable random function. Each name has an equal chance of being selected.

Question 2

Can I pick multiple winners at once?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Set the 'Number of winners' field to any value from 1 to 50 and click Pick. Winners are drawn without replacement so the same person can only win once per draw.

Question 3

Can I give some names higher odds?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Enable Weighted mode and use the syntax 'name:weight' on each line. For example 'Alice:3' gives Alice three times the chance of a default-weighted entry. Useful for VIP entries or repeat participants.

Question 4

What are common uses?

Accepted Answer

Instagram and YouTube giveaway winners, classroom cold-call random student pick, contest draws, raffles, party game selections, focus group assignment, and seating order.

📋 Names (one per line, optional `name:weight`)

📜 Pick History

📋 Names (one per line, optional name:weight)

📜 Pick History

📋 Names (one per line, optional `name:weight`)