Is SpinWheelTools free?

Yes. The basic custom spin wheel is free and includes editable entries, themes, local save, share links, and result history.

Can I use the wheel in OBS or Streamlabs?

Yes. You can add the wheel page as a browser source in OBS or Streamlabs. Dedicated overlay controls are planned for Pro.

Are saved wheels private?

Saved wheels in the free prototype are stored locally in your browser. Share links can include wheel entries, so avoid private data in public links.

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Random Name Picker for Classroom

Paste student names and spin a classroom wheel to choose a student fairly and visibly.

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What this wheel is for

A classroom name picker can reduce bias and make participation more playful.

Teachers can use it for questions, reading turns, group leaders, classroom jobs, or rewards.

How to use

Use it for fair classroom picks in under a minute.

Paste your class list or activity prompts, turn on Remove winner after spin so no student gets picked twice, then spin during the lesson and keep the result history for attendance or participation records.

Paste one student name per lineUse Sort to alphabetize the class listTurn on Remove winner to avoid repeat picksSave the list for tomorrow's lessonExport the call order as a text fileShare with co-teachers via link

Example entries

Start with these, then replace them.

AliBeatrizCharlesDiyaEricFatima

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FAQ

Common questions

Is this safe to use with student names?

Names are stored only in your browser unless you create a share link. Avoid sharing a link publicly if it contains real student names.

Can I stop the same student from being picked twice?

Yes. Turn on Remove winner after spin in Customize before you start.

Can I reuse the same wheel every lesson?

Yes. Save the wheel, then use Open at the start of each class to load your saved list.

Can other teachers use my wheel?

Yes. Use Share to copy a link, then send it to a co-teacher.