How to use Random List Picker
To pick a random item from a list, paste your items into the Input panel — one item per line. Names, words, URLs, or any text works. Click Pick Random and one item is selected at random and displayed prominently in the result area. The picked item is also highlighted in the list so you can see exactly which entry was chosen.
For multi-winner scenarios like raffles, enable Remove after pick mode before clicking. Each pick removes the winning item from the pool, guaranteeing that no one wins twice. Click Pick Again to draw the next winner. The full pick history is recorded in the session log. To reset and start over with the original list, click Reset — this restores all removed items so you can run the draw again.
Why use our Random List Picker?
- Remove-after-pick mode for fair giveaways and raffles with no repeat winners
- Full pick history so you have a record of every draw in order
- One-line-per-item input — paste a list from any source instantly
- Reset button to restore all items and run the draw again
- 100% browser-based — your list never leaves your device
- Full session history so you can review every pick in draw order
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the random pick made?
The tool uses the Web Crypto API (window.crypto.getRandomValues()) to generate a cryptographically random index into your list. This is equivalent to writing all names on paper slips, putting them in a box, and drawing blindly — each entry has exactly equal probability of being chosen. The randomness source is the same one used in HTTPS and secure token generation, so it is not predictable or manipulable.
Can I pick multiple winners at once?
Yes — use the Pick Count selector to choose how many winners to draw in one click. The tool selects that many unique items from your list simultaneously, without repetition. This is equivalent to enabling Remove-after-pick and clicking multiple times, but faster. All winners are displayed together and logged in the session history.
What happens if I have duplicate names in the list?
Duplicate entries are treated as separate, independent entries — just like having two slips of paper with the same name in a physical draw. If Bob appears three times, Bob has three times the probability of being selected compared to Alice who appears once. If you want each person to have equal odds, make sure each name appears exactly once. The tool does not deduplicate entries automatically.
Is the list saved if I close the page?
The list is saved in your browser's localStorage so it persists across page refreshes on the same device. It is not synced to a server or shared with other users. If you want to reuse a list across devices, copy the items before closing. Pick history is not persisted across page loads — it resets when you refresh.