📝 How to use the wheel
- Type or paste your names into the list, one name per line.
- Click SPIN, or click the wheel itself.
- The wheel spins and stops on one name, which appears in large text.
- Tick “Remove the winner” if each name should only be picked once.
💡 Ways to use a random wheel in class
- Pick a student to answer. Nobody knows who is next, so everyone stays ready and the choice feels fair.
- Decide turns. Use it for presentation order, reading turns or classroom games without arguments about who goes first.
- Make groups. Spin repeatedly with winner removal turned on to build random groups.
- Choose a topic or word. Put topics, vocabulary or questions on the wheel and let it choose.
- Raffles and small prizes. Good for class draws, school events and family games.
❓ Frequently asked questions
Is the wheel free?
Yes. It is free, has no ads and needs no sign-up or account.
Is the result really random?
Yes. The winner is chosen with the browser’s secure random number generator (Web Crypto), and the wheel is then animated to land on that winner. Every name has the same chance.
How many names can I add?
Up to 200. For a wheel that is easy to read in a classroom, 2 to 40 names works best.
Are my names stored on a server?
No. Your lists are saved only in your own browser (local storage) and are never sent anywhere.
Does it work on phones, tablets and Chromebooks?
Yes. The page is light and adapts to the screen size, including basic school devices.
How do I stop a name being picked twice?
Tick “Remove the winner from the wheel after each pick”. A name that has been picked is taken off the list automatically.