🎯 Random List Picker

Paste any list — entrants, names, ideas — and draw random winners. Ideal for giveaways and raffles.

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About this random list picker

Drop in any list and draw any number of random winners. Winners are removed from the pool automatically, so you can keep drawing for 2nd and 3rd place without repeats. Need the whole list in random order instead? Hit shuffle — perfect for Secret Santa pairings, presentation order, or randomizing a to-do list.

Unlike a spinning wheel, which shines with up to 50 entries and live audiences, the list picker handles lists of any length and draws multiple winners in one go — the right tool for big comment lists from Instagram, YouTube, or TikTok giveaways. For single-number draws from ticket ranges, use the random number generator instead.

How to use it

  1. Paste your entries into the box, one per line.
  2. Choose how many winners to draw.
  3. Press Pick Winners — winners reveal one by one with a drumroll.
  4. Press again to draw the next round; winners can't repeat.

Popular uses

  • Giveaways: draw winners from comment, follower, or entrant lists.
  • Raffles & sweepstakes: fair, verifiable draws you can screen-share.
  • Contests: pick finalists, then draw the grand prize.
  • Secret Santa: shuffle the list and pair neighbors.
  • Classrooms: random presentation order or prize draws.
  • Prioritizing: shuffle a to-do list and tackle it top-down.

Running a giveaway? Read our guide on how to pick a random giveaway winner fairly.

Frequently asked questions

How do I pick a random winner from a list?

Paste your entries one per line, choose how many winners to draw, and press Pick Winners.

Is the draw fair?

Yes — winners are selected with cryptographic-quality randomness; every entry has an equal chance.

Can I pick multiple winners without repeats?

Yes. Winners are automatically removed from the pool, so press Pick Winners again to draw 2nd, 3rd place and beyond — no entry can win twice.

Can I use this for Instagram or YouTube giveaways?

Yes. Export your commenter or follower list, paste it in, and draw on screen. Recording the draw makes it transparent and trustworthy.

How do I remove duplicates from my list first?

De-duplicate before pasting — most spreadsheet apps have a "remove duplicates" option. A clean list keeps the draw fair for one-entry-per-person rules.

What's the difference between this and the picker wheel?

The wheel is visual and theatrical — great for live spins with up to 50 entries. The list picker handles longer lists and draws multiple winners at once, ideal for big comment lists.

Can I shuffle a list into random order?

Yes — hit Shuffle List to randomize the entire order, useful for Secret Santa pairings, presentation order, and prioritizing to-do lists.