Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Updated: October 2, 2025

Here are answers to some of the most common questions about Random Wheel Spin. Click a question below to jump to the answer:

Table of Contents

1. What is Random Wheel Spin used for?

Random Wheel Spin is a free, customizable digital spinner tool which randomly selects an entry from a wheel which is divided into "slices". Each entry can hold a hidden activity behind it which makes each spin much more interactive. It can be used in many different ways. Here are just a few examples:

  • Classroom: Teachers can spin the wheel to randomly pick students, create quiz wheels, assign activities, or use hidden Q&As for participation and topic discussion.
  • Workplace: Assign tasks fairly, pick speakers in team meetings, or use in presentations for engagement, contact center gamification - reward agent performance.
  • Games & Parties: Truth or Dare, baby showers, trivia games, or family movie nights.
  • Competitions: Use the wheel of names in raffles, giveaways, or random draws.
  • Everyday Life: Decide dinner options, pick travel destinations, or brainstorm ideas.
  • Neurodiverse Users: Use as an online fidget spinner wheel for relaxation and focus. Users are helped by the visual engagement, sensory support and predictable structure of each spin. Wheels can be customized into special interest wheels.

2. How to Use The Wheel?

  • How to Add Names to the Wheel

    Add or edit wheel entries by clicking the Add Names button
    This is an image showing the location of the Add Names button

    This will reveal the Add Names popup where you can enter names:
    This is an image showing the Add Names popup

    Click "More Options" to display additional options, such as "Automatically remove result" (useful if you don't want duplicate results) and "Add Hidden Activities" (this opens the Hidden Activities popup):
    This is an image showing the Add Names popup and the `More Options` area

    You can type names in or you can copy and paste from any other source including Google Sheets (when in Google Sheets simply copy the cells you want to import and paste into the Add Names popup), or you can also import via Excel or CSV by clicking the CSV icon at the top to open file explorer (you can also drag and drop an entire Excel file from your computer directly into the Add Names text area):
    This is an image showing how to import from Excel/CSV

    You can import multiple columns from Excel. The wheel will ask you which column(s) you want to import from:
    This is an image showing the column selection popup

  • How to Add Images

    To add images, drag and drop images into the text area or use the image icon at the top to open the file explorer:
    This is an image showing how to add images

  • How to Change Colors?

    Click the Change Colors button
    This is an image showing the location of the Change Colors button

    In the Change Colors popup click any color to edit it:
    This is an image showing the Change Colors popup

    This opens the color palette as shown (you can drag the cursor to select a color or you can type in a HEX code):
    This is an image showing the color palette

    You can also reset all colors (back to the default colors) very easily by clicking the Reset Colors button:
    This is an image showing the location of the Reset Colors button

  • How to Automatically Remove Results

    To automatically remove selected results after each spin (so you never get duplicate winners), in the Add Names popup, under the "More options" section, click the toggle "Automatically remove result" as shown below:
    This is an image showing how to automatically remove result

  • How to Make Wheel Speak

    To make the wheel speak, so all results and hidden activities are spoken aloud, click the Speak Result toggle to on (so it turns blue) as shown below:
    This is an image showing how to make wheel speak

  • How to Add Hidden Activities

    Each wheel entry can optionally have a hidden activity stored "behind" it. The hidden activity is revealed IF that wheel entry is randomly selected by the wheel after a spin.

    Add or edit hidden activities by clicking the Add Activities button
    This is an image showing the location of the Add Activities button

    Alternatively, you can click the "Add Activities" toggle in the Add Names popup:
    This is an image showing how to add Activities via the Add Names popup

    Both of the above will open the "Add Activities" popup which shows all the wheel entries each with an "Add" button next to each. Click "Add" to add a hidden activity for that wheel entry (in this example the wheel entry is a name "Amelia"):
    This is an image showing the Add Activities popup (for all wheel entries)

    In the next screen you can add a hidden activity/action for the selected wheel entry "Amelia" - you can enter text or you can add images by dragging and dropping from your computer or using the Image icon:
    This is an image showing the add activity popup for a specific wheel entry

    In the next screen I have added an image of a dog and some text "This is a dog":
    This is an image showing a populated hidden activity for a wheel entry

    When you close the Hidden Activity popup you will now see a "View/Edit" button next to the wheel entry "Amelia" which tells us there is now an activity added for that wheel entry:
    This is an image showing the Hidden Activities popup now showing the View/Edit button against the entry which now has an activity saved against it

    You can also add Activities in bulk via spreadsheets. All you need to have is a column with your activities in with the header titled "Activity" - import the CSV/Excel/Google Sheet in exactly the same way described earlier for adding names to a wheel - either copy and paste the cells (this is how to do it with Google Sheets) into the Add Names text area or use the CSV import button at the top of the Add Names screen to import an Excel or CSV file:
    This is an image showing a Google Sheet with a column header labelled Activity - ready to be copied and pasted into the wheel

    When the wheel is spun and if that selected wheel entry has a hidden activity or action saved behind it a "Click Me" button will be present underneath the selected result, as follows:
    This is an image showing the selected result with the Click Me button underneath - this is how to VIEW the hidden activity or action

    Click the "Click Me" button to reveal the hidden activity or action that was saved behind that wheel entry (in this example the hidden activity saved earlier was an image of a dog and some text underneath it):
    This is an image showing the hidden activity or action for the selected result

  • Advanced Menu Options

    Click the Advanced link to open the advanced menu settings.
    This is an image showing the location of the Advanced menu link

    In the Advanced menu settings you can change the background image, adjust spin duration and mute all sounds:
    This is an image showing the Advanced menu settings

  • How to Spin the Wheel

    Click anywhere in the wheel to start spinning the wheel.
    This is an image showing the wheel - users just have to click it to spin the wheel

  • View the Result and Results History

    After the wheel stops spinning the selected wheel entry will be displayed. The wheel can optionally be set to speak aloud selected results and hidden activity text (this is set via the Add Names popup under "More options" as shown earlier). If a hidden activity exists for the selected entry then a Click Me button will be present:
    This is an image showing the selected result

    You can view previous results history by clicking the View Results button
    This is an image showing the location of the View Results button

    Example of the results history popup:
    This is an image showing the Results History popup

  • How to Create a New Wheel

    Click to create a new wheel - default wheel names and colors will be loaded   Click the New Wheel + icon to create a new wheel which will clear the current wheel (your current wheel will be removed - please first make sure to save the wheel if you want to re-use it in the future).

    This screenshot shows the location of the create new wheel link:
    This is an image showing the location of the create new wheel link


  • How to Open a Saved Wheel

    Click to open a previously saved wheel   Click the Open Wheel icon to open a previously saved wheel. When you click this it will allow you to browse your computer for any previously saved wheels so you can open them (your current wheel will be overwritten with the opened wheel).

    This screenshot shows the location of the open wheel link:
    This is an image showing the location of the open wheel link


  • How to Save a Wheel to your Computer

    Click to save your wheel   All changes to wheels are saved automatically. However there may be times you want different, multiple wheels created. It is always recommended to save your wheels regularly to your computer so you can re-use the same wheel at a later date. To save the current wheel to your computer hard drive click the Save Wheel icon and give it a name. No account is required. This is beneficial if you want to create lots of different types of wheels. The saved file is stored on your computer's hard drive. No data is saved on our servers. To open your saved wheels simply use the open saved wheel icon Click to open a previously saved wheel

    This screenshot shows the location of the save wheel link:
    This is an image showing the location of the save wheel link


  • How to Share a Wheel

    Click to share your wheel   Click the share icon to share the wheel with other people, including friends, family, students or colleagues. You can share your wheel to any other App on your device or create a sharable link to your wheel.

    This screenshot shows the location of the share link in the top menu and share icon in the top right corner, along with the share to social media links:
    This is an image showing the location of the share links

    You can also share a wheel via the share link in the winner result popup as follows:
    This is an image showing the location of the share link in the result popup


  • Click Here to Find Out How to Embed a Wheel



  • How to Reset a Wheel

    Reset   Click the Reset Wheel link, or the Reset Wheel button in the Add Names popup, to start a fresh wheel which will reset the current wheel and load in the default wheel colors and default starting names (your current wheel will be removed - please first make sure to save the wheel if you want to re-use it in the future).

    This is an image showing the location of the Reset Wheel link

    Another place you can reset the wheel is in the Add Names popup by clicking the red "Reset Wheel" button as follows:
    This is an image showing the location of the Reset Wheel button in the Add Names popup


  • How to Hide the Ads

    To hide the ads you need to enter fullscreen mode. This temporarily removes all menus, footers, buttons and adverts, for a distraction-free experience. Menus and ads return when you exit fullscreen mode. To enter fullscreen mode please click the fullscreen icon in the top menu, as follows:
    This is an image showing the location of the Fullscreen menu link

    To exit fullscreen mode simply click the fullscreen icon again:
    This is an image showing the location of the exit Fullscreen link


3. What are hidden activities and actions and how do I add them?

This is a unique feature of Random Wheel Spin that allows you to store hidden activities, actions, or questions behind each wheel entry. Instead of just showing the chosen entry (like most spinners), the wheel can reveal additional instructions or surprises after the spin. To access this option click the Add Activities button and select which wheel entry you want to add a hidden activity or action for.

This feature can transform learning and presentations, making the process more interactive by keeping users engaged and motivated. It turns a simple spin into a two-step process.

Examples:

  • In education: A teacher might put student names on the wheel and link hidden questions or challenges behind each name.
  • In workplace presentations: A team member might spin for project topics, and each topic reveals hidden discussion points or action items.

4. Is Random Wheel Spin free to use?

Yes! It is completely free to use.

5. Can I save, share, or embed my spinner wheel?

Yes!

  • Save: To save a wheel to your hard drive click the Click to save your wheel  Save Wheel icon. This is beneficial if you want to create lots of different types of wheels. The saved file is stored on your computer's hard drive. No data is saved on our servers.
  • Open a Saved Wheel: To open a previously saved wheel click the Click to open a previously saved wheel  Open Wheel icon. When you click this you can browse your computer for any previously saved wheels so you can open them (your current wheel will be overwritten with the opened wheel).
  • Share: To share a wheel click the Click to share your wheel  Share icon to share the wheel with other people, including friends, family, students or colleagues. You can share your wheel to any other App on your device or create a sharable link to your wheel. Each link is a snapshot: changes require a new share link.
  • Embed: Click </> Embed in the top menu to generate a snippet of code which you can place on your website. Only the wheel will display on your website (ads are removed and the menu is hidden but still accessible), making it clean and brand-friendly.

6. Can I import names from Excel, CSV, or Google Sheets?

Yes! You can:

  • Excel/CSV: Drag-and-drop a file or click “CSV” when adding names. Choose columns, skip headers if needed, and import multiple columns at once.
  • Google Sheets: Select cells from any sheet (public or private), copy (Ctrl+C/⌘+C), and paste them directly into the Add Names screen.
This makes adding large class lists or datasets quick and easy.

7. Can I customize the spinner wheel?

Yes. You can adjust wheel colors, text contrast, and layout. There are 8 customizable color slots. You can also add images, background graphics, and hidden actions behind entries. The wheel automatically adapts to your entries and screen size.

8. Can the wheel remove results after each spin?

Yes. You can enable the Automatically remove result option so that each result is automatically removed from the wheel after being selected in a spin. This ensures no repeats unless you re-add them. Ideal for raffles, classroom activities, or games where every entry should be unique. To access this option click the Add Names button and toggle the Automatically remove result option to on.

9. Can the wheel speak results out loud?

Yes. You can enable the Speak Result option and the wheel will read the winning result and any hidden information aloud. This is especially useful for classroom teaching, group games, or accessibility support. To access this option click the Speak Result toggle to on (blue). The toggle is located to the right of the wheel in desktop mode or below the wheel in mobile view.

10. Can I use the wheel in fullscreen mode?

Yes. You can switch to fullscreen mode for a clean, distraction-free view. When fullscreen is active, menus and Google ads are hidden automatically. This makes it perfect for classroom use, livestreams, or presentations. Exit fullscreen to return to the normal view.

11. What are Advanced Settings?

Advanced Settings allow deeper customization:

  • Upload your own full-page background image
  • Adjust the spin duration (shorter or longer spins)
  • Mute or enable sounds
Access these by clicking the Advanced link next to the wheel.

12. Does the randomizer wheel spinner work on mobile devices or as an app?

Yes. The spinner is fully responsive for phones, tablets, and desktops.

Yes, you can also install it as an App on mobile and desktop:

  • Android: In Chrome, tap the menu → Add to Home Screen → Install.
  • iPhone: In Safari, tap Share → Add to Home Screen (or enable it via Edit Actions if hidden).
  • Desktop: In the address bar look for a little icon on the right that looks like a tv screen with a downward arrow on it → Click the icon to Install as an app → Click the Install button.

13. Is the spin really random? Can I trust the winner?

Yes! Random Wheel Spin uses cryptographically secure pseudorandom number generation (CSPRNG) combined with provably fair logic. Every spin generates a new server seed and client seed, hashed with SHA-256, so results are random, verifiable, and tamper-proof.

14. Is my data secure and private?

Yes. All data is stored locally in your browser. We do not store wheel content on our servers, except for an anonymous spin count. Everything runs client-side.

15. How many entries can I add?

You can add over 1,000 entries with text and/or images. Font and image size adjusts automatically for readability, though very small slices may be harder to read on mobile. Large lists are easiest to add via spreadsheet import.

16. I need help or want to give feedback

We’d love to hear from you with any ideas or customized wheels you would like to share with our community. Please contact us here.

Click to share this page
▲ Top