Free Winner Picker & Animated Reveal Tool
The free winner selector for your giveaway or contest. Upload your entry list, randomly pick a winner, and download an animated reveal video ready to post on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook.
Randomly picks a winner
Every entrant gets a fair shot. Upload a CSV or just enter your total entry count.
Animated winner reveal
Names cycle dramatically on screen before landing on the winner. Customize the background, colors, and header text.
Shareable video download
Download the reveal as a video and post directly to Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, or X.
Unlock the Animated Reveal
Fill in your details below and we'll unlock the tool instantly — plus send you more about how ShortStack can run your next giveaway end-to-end.
Upload your entry list
Drop your CSV here or browse
Accepts a "Name" column or separate "First Name" / "Last Name" columns
Background
Appears above the winner's name in the reveal.
Your entry list never leaves your browser — it's discarded when you leave the page.
Recording your reveal…
Skip the spreadsheet next time
ShortStack collects entries, randomly selects winners, and notifies them — automatically. Build your next giveaway in minutes.
Frequently asked questions
Is this free winner picker really free?
Yes. The winner selector is completely free to use. Fill out a quick form to unlock it — no credit card, no subscription.
How random is the winner selection?
We use the Web Crypto API's cryptographically secure random number generator (crypto.getRandomValues) — the same standard used in security applications. Every entry has a truly equal chance of being picked.
Can I post the animation to Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook to announce the winner?
Absolutely. Export your entrant list from any platform as a CSV, upload it here, and the tool randomly picks a winner and generates an animated reveal video you can post directly to any social channel.
What if I don't have a .csv file?
No problem — you don't need one. Just enter the total number of entries you received and the tool will randomly pick a winning number. Match that number to your list however you tracked entries (spreadsheet, comments, DMs, etc.) to identify your winner.
What should my CSV look like?
A header row and one row per entrant. Use either a single "Name" column or separate "First Name" and "Last Name" columns. Export from Excel or Google Sheets as a .csv and you're good to go.
Is my entry list uploaded anywhere?
No. Your CSV is read entirely in your browser and never sent to a server. When you leave the page it's gone.
Can I pick multiple winners?
Yes — click 'Pick Again' after each reveal and download the video before continuing. Each pick is independent and equally random.
What format is the downloaded video?
WebM or MP4 depending on your browser — both are accepted by Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and X.
Can I use my own background image?
Yes. Click the image icon in the background selector and upload any photo. A dark overlay is added automatically so the text stays readable.