Random Picker

Why use this picker?

One-item-per-line input with optional auto-pick as you edit.
Toggle duplicate winners on/off with clear validation.
Show remaining items and optionally shuffle their order.
Copy winners and leftovers in one click; data never uploads.

Draw instantly

Pick from your list

Paste your list, set how many winners you need, and draw. Auto-update keeps results fresh while you tweak the list.

The draw runs entirely in your browser. Empty lines can be skipped automatically.

List Items

Number of items to pick Allow duplicates Enable to sample with replacement. Ignore empty lines Skip blank rows when parsing the list. Shuffle remaining items Reorder the leftover items after the draw. Auto pick when inputs change Re-runs the draw while you edit the list.

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Outcome

Auto-update

Winners

Remaining

Set up a fair draw quickly

Use this picker when every name should have the same chance and you only need winners plus an optional list of leftovers. Keep the list clean first, then decide whether duplicates are allowed.

Start with the list

Paste one entry per line and leave Ignore empty lines on unless blank rows are meaningful. That makes it easy to see whether you have enough unique items for the number of winners you want.

Choose the right random tool

Stay on this page for equal-probability draws. Switch to Weighted Random Picker for different odds, Team Generator for groups, and Secret Santa or Seating Chart when assignment rules matter after the draw.

Before you share results

Turn duplicates off if the same winner should not appear twice.
Copy both winners and leftovers when you need an audit trail for a class or giveaway.
Use auto-pick only when you are comfortable with results changing as you edit.

Next steps

Frequently asked questions

How do I prevent duplicate winners?

Turn off Allow duplicates. The tool will warn you if you request more winners than the unique items available so you can adjust the list or count.

Can I copy and share the draw results?

Yes. Use Copy results to copy the winners (and any remaining items) to the clipboard. All processing is local, so nothing is sent to a server.

What list format works best here?

Use one entry per line and remove empty rows unless they are intentional. That keeps the unique-item count obvious before you decide how many winners to draw.

When should I use Weighted Random Picker instead?

Use this page when every item should have the same chance. Switch to Weighted Random Picker when entries need different probabilities or ticket counts.

When should I use another random tool instead?

Use Team Generator for balanced groups, Seating Chart for seat assignments, and Secret Santa when exclusions or private recipient reveals matter.