Add Names
Upload a TXT or CSV file with names (one per line)
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Wheel
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How to Pick a Random Name from a List
Use our random name picker tool to fairly select winners from any list of participants. Simply enter names, click spin, and get an unbiased random selection in seconds with cryptographically secure randomization.
Enter participant names
Type names one by one in the text box, or upload a TXT/CSV file with bulk names for faster input
Review your list
Verify all names are correctly added and remove any duplicates or errors with the X button
Spin the wheel
Click "Spin Wheel" or press spacebar to randomly select a winner using secure cryptographic randomization
Announce and share the result
View the selected winner with confetti animation, then copy, share, or download the result as an image
Perfect Use Cases for the Random Name Picker
Discover how thousands of teachers, streamers, event organizers, and businesses use our name picker tool for fair, transparent selection.
Classroom & Education
Teachers use our name picker daily to call on students fairly, ensuring every learner gets equal opportunities to participate. Select group leaders, determine presentation order, pick homework helpers, and run educational games without favoritism. The randomization eliminates bias and keeps students engaged, knowing everyone has an equal chance. Many educators save class rosters as templates for quick daily use, and the visual spinning wheel adds excitement to routine classroom management.
Social Media Giveaways & Contests
Content creators and brands run fair giveaways on Twitch, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok using our tool. The spinning wheel creates engaging visual content for announcements, while cryptographic randomization provides proof of fairness your audience demands. Support for weighted entries makes it perfect for raffles where supporters bought multiple tickets. Export winner lists for transparency reports and share results instantly across platforms.
Events & Team Building
Event organizers use our picker for door prize drawings, raffle selections, and volunteer assignments at conferences, fundraisers, and corporate events. The professional interface works great on stage with projector displays, and the file upload feature handles large attendee lists effortlessly. Many nonprofits rely on our tool for fair, transparent fundraiser drawings that maintain donor trust.
Office & Workplace Decisions
Businesses use our tool for lunch spot selection, meeting note-taker assignment, team rotation scheduling, and employee recognition drawings. It eliminates decision fatigue and ensures fair distribution of tasks across teams. HR departments appreciate the transparency for things like parking spot assignments and holiday schedule lottery systems. The template system lets you save recurring team configurations for weekly rotations.
Why Choose FateFactory's Name Picker
FateFactory stands out from other name picker tools with advanced features, absolute fairness, and genuine commitment to being 100% free forever.
Cryptographically Secure Randomization
Unlike basic random name pickers that use predictable algorithms, FateFactory uses the Web Crypto API - the same technology banks and security applications rely on. This means truly random, unbiased, unhackable selection that you can trust for high-stakes decisions. Every spin is provably fair.
Advanced Features Others Don't Have
We offer weighted selection for raffle-style picks, multi-winner selection in a single session, template saving for recurring events, file upload for bulk imports, shareable QR codes, offline PWA support, and detailed selection statistics. Most other name pickers are basic single-feature tools; we're a complete selection solution.
Truly Free, No Hidden Catches
FateFactory is genuinely 100% free with no ads, no premium tiers, no feature limits, and no signup required. While competitors hide core features behind paywalls or bombard you with advertising, we believe essential tools should be accessible to everyone - teachers, nonprofits, individuals. No credit card, no trials, no tricks.
Professional Design You Can Trust
Our clean, minimalist interface looks professional in any setting - from classroom projectors to corporate presentations to livestream overlays. Unlike cluttered tools with flashy graphics, FateFactory focuses on functionality and clarity. Mobile-optimized, accessible, and available in 5 languages for international use.
Advanced Features Explained
Unlock the full power of our name picker with these advanced capabilities designed for complex selection scenarios.
Weighted Selection & Raffle Mode
Give participants different win probabilities by assigning weights (1-100). Perfect for raffles where supporters bought multiple tickets, or situations where fair doesn't mean equal - like selecting from volunteers who indicated different availability levels. Real-time probability percentages update as you adjust weights.
Multi-Winner Sequential Selection
Select multiple winners in a single session with automatic removal from the pool after each pick - ensuring no duplicate winners. Perfect for choosing top 3 contest finalists, selecting multiple door prize recipients, or picking several team captains. Watch as winners are revealed one by one with individual wheel spins.
Template System & Quick Load
Save frequently-used name lists as templates for instant loading. Teachers save class rosters, event organizers save attendee lists, and streamers save subscriber lists. Generate shareable QR codes or links that load your exact configuration on any device - perfect for sharing setups with colleagues or accessing across locations.
Selection History & Statistics
Every selection is automatically logged with timestamps. View detailed statistics showing selection frequency per name, helping identify patterns and ensure long-term fairness. Export complete history as CSV for record-keeping, audit trails, or analyzing selection distribution over time.
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Perfect Use Cases for the Random Name Picker
Discover how thousands of teachers, streamers, event organizers, and businesses use our name picker tool for fair, transparent selection.
Classroom & Education
Teachers use our name picker daily to call on students fairly, ensuring every learner gets equal opportunities to participate. Select group leaders, determine presentation order, pick homework helpers, and run educational games without favoritism. The randomization eliminates bias and keeps students engaged, knowing everyone has an equal chance. Many educators save class rosters as templates for quick daily use, and the visual spinning wheel adds excitement to routine classroom management.
Social Media Giveaways & Contests
Content creators and brands run fair giveaways on Twitch, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok using our tool. The spinning wheel creates engaging visual content for announcements, while cryptographic randomization provides proof of fairness your audience demands. Support for weighted entries makes it perfect for raffles where supporters bought multiple tickets. Export winner lists for transparency reports and share results instantly across platforms.
Events & Team Building
Event organizers use our picker for door prize drawings, raffle selections, and volunteer assignments at conferences, fundraisers, and corporate events. The professional interface works great on stage with projector displays, and the file upload feature handles large attendee lists effortlessly. Many nonprofits rely on our tool for fair, transparent fundraiser drawings that maintain donor trust.
Office & Workplace Decisions
Businesses use our tool for lunch spot selection, meeting note-taker assignment, team rotation scheduling, and employee recognition drawings. It eliminates decision fatigue and ensures fair distribution of tasks across teams. HR departments appreciate the transparency for things like parking spot assignments and holiday schedule lottery systems. The template system lets you save recurring team configurations for weekly rotations.
Why Choose FateFactory's Name Picker
FateFactory stands out from other name picker tools with advanced features, absolute fairness, and genuine commitment to being 100% free forever.
Cryptographically Secure Randomization
Unlike basic random name pickers that use predictable algorithms, FateFactory uses the Web Crypto API - the same technology banks and security applications rely on. This means truly random, unbiased, unhackable selection that you can trust for high-stakes decisions. Every spin is provably fair.
Advanced Features Others Don't Have
We offer weighted selection for raffle-style picks, multi-winner selection in a single session, template saving for recurring events, file upload for bulk imports, shareable QR codes, offline PWA support, and detailed selection statistics. Most other name pickers are basic single-feature tools; we're a complete selection solution.
Truly Free, No Hidden Catches
FateFactory is genuinely 100% free with no ads, no premium tiers, no feature limits, and no signup required. While competitors hide core features behind paywalls or bombard you with advertising, we believe essential tools should be accessible to everyone - teachers, nonprofits, individuals. No credit card, no trials, no tricks.
Professional Design You Can Trust
Our clean, minimalist interface looks professional in any setting - from classroom projectors to corporate presentations to livestream overlays. Unlike cluttered tools with flashy graphics, FateFactory focuses on functionality and clarity. Mobile-optimized, accessible, and available in 5 languages for international use.
Advanced Features Explained
Unlock the full power of our name picker with these advanced capabilities designed for complex selection scenarios.
Weighted Selection & Raffle Mode
Give participants different win probabilities by assigning weights (1-100). Perfect for raffles where supporters bought multiple tickets, or situations where fair doesn't mean equal - like selecting from volunteers who indicated different availability levels. Real-time probability percentages update as you adjust weights.
Multi-Winner Sequential Selection
Select multiple winners in a single session with automatic removal from the pool after each pick - ensuring no duplicate winners. Perfect for choosing top 3 contest finalists, selecting multiple door prize recipients, or picking several team captains. Watch as winners are revealed one by one with individual wheel spins.
Template System & Quick Load
Save frequently-used name lists as templates for instant loading. Teachers save class rosters, event organizers save attendee lists, and streamers save subscriber lists. Generate shareable QR codes or links that load your exact configuration on any device - perfect for sharing setups with colleagues or accessing across locations.
Selection History & Statistics
Every selection is automatically logged with timestamps. View detailed statistics showing selection frequency per name, helping identify patterns and ensure long-term fairness. Export complete history as CSV for record-keeping, audit trails, or analyzing selection distribution over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fair is the random name selection?
Our name picker uses cryptographically secure random number generation (Web Crypto API) to ensure completely fair and unbiased selection. Every name has an equal chance of being chosen, with the same technology used by banks and security applications.
Can I use this for classroom activities?
Absolutely! Teachers love using our name picker for calling on students, selecting group leaders, choosing presentation order, and classroom games. It's completely free and works on any device. Over 10,000 teachers use FateFactory monthly for fair, engaging classroom selection.
Is this suitable for online giveaways and contests?
Yes! Content creators, streamers, and businesses use our tool for fair giveaway winner selection on platforms like Twitch, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. The spinning wheel creates excitement and transparency for your audience while ensuring provably fair results.
How many names can I add?
You can add unlimited names to the picker. The wheel automatically adjusts to accommodate any number of participants, from just a few to hundreds of names. For large lists, use our CSV/TXT upload feature to import names instantly.
Does it work on mobile devices?
Yes! Our name picker is fully optimized for mobile phones and tablets. It works perfectly in any web browser without requiring app downloads, supporting iOS (iPhone/iPad), Android, and all modern devices.
Is FateFactory really free with no ads?
Yes! FateFactory is 100% free with absolutely no ads, no premium upgrades, and no hidden fees. We believe randomizer tools should be accessible to everyone - teachers, streamers, organizers - without paywalls or intrusive advertising. No registration required, just visit and use.
What makes FateFactory better than other name pickers?
FateFactory offers advanced features other tools don't: weighted selection for raffle-style picks, multi-winner selection, template saving, file upload support, and offline PWA functionality. Plus, it's completely free with no ads, works in 5 languages, and features a clean, professional interface without cluttered marketing.
Can I save my participant lists for future use?
Yes! Use our template system to save participant lists and settings. You can also generate shareable QR codes or links to load your exact configuration on any device - perfect for recurring weekly activities or sharing with colleagues.
How does weighted selection work?
Weighted selection lets you give participants different chances of winning, perfect for raffle-style giveaways where people bought multiple tickets. Assign each name a weight (1-100), and our algorithm will proportionally adjust their probability. For example, a weight of 5 means 5x the chance versus weight 1.
Is my data private and secure?
Absolutely! All randomization happens locally in your browser - we never store, transmit, or access your participant names or data. FateFactory is privacy-first: no account required, no tracking, no data collection. Your information stays on your device.