Getting Started with Random Name Picker

# Getting Started with Random Name Picker Welcome to Random Name Picker! This guide will help you get started with our free online tool for randomly selecting names. ## What is Random Name Picker? Random Name Picker is a simple, free tool that helps you randomly select names from a list. It's perfect for: - Classroom activities and student selection - Giveaways and contest winners - Team building and group assignments - Decision making when you can't choose - Secret Santa and gift exchanges ## How to Use ### Step 1: Add Names You can add names in several ways: - Type a name and press Enter - Paste a list of names (separated by commas or new lines) - Import from a text file ### Step 2: Configure Options Choose whether to remove names after they're picked. This is useful for elimination-style drawings. ### Step 3: Pick a Winner Click the "Pick Random Name" button and watch the exciting animation as names are highlighted before the winner is revealed! ### Step 4: View History Check the pick history to see all previous winners with timestamps. ## Tips for Best Results 1. **Add enough names**: The more names, the more exciting the animation! 2. **Use "Remove after picking"**: Great for ensuring each person only wins once 3. **Export your list**: Save your names for future use 4. **Check the history**: Keep records of all your picks ## Privacy All your names are stored locally in your browser. We never send your data to any server, so your privacy is completely protected. Happy picking!