Random Decision Picker: Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The outcome is determined using the browser's crypto.getRandomValues() API before the animation begins. The spinning wheel animation is visual feedback — the result is already determined the moment you click the button. Each option has exactly equal probability.

Spin multiple times, or enable remove-winner mode and spin repeatedly to get a complete ranked order of all options. Each spin after the first picks from the remaining options.

Currently the options are not saved between sessions — each visit starts fresh. For a list you use repeatedly, bookmark the page and re-enter the options, or keep your standard list in a note to paste in quickly.

Up to 20 options. With very many options, the wheel segments become narrow and the text may be truncated. For best readability, 3–10 options works well.

After each spin, the picked option is removed from both the list and the wheel. The next spin picks from the remaining options. Continue until only one option remains to get a complete random ordering of all options.

Yes — add participant names, spin to pick a winner. If you want to ensure fairness across multiple raffles over time, note the history panel which shows every previous pick, and manually remove frequent winners from future draws.