Why use SayMyName?
Whether you are a teacher looking for a fair way to call on students, a team lead organizing a daily stand-up, or a streamer giving away prizes, SayMyName is built to make the selection process fun and exciting. Unlike traditional tools, we focus on audio and accessibility.
Unique Voice Announcements
Nothing builds hype like hearing the winner's name announced out loud! SayMyName uses your device's built-in voices to read out the results. Have a tricky name? Our unique Pronunciation Fixer lets you spell a name phonetically so the announcer gets it right every single time.
Four Ways to Pick
- The Wheel: A classic spinning wheel of names with physics-based smooth scrolling and satisfying tick sounds.
- Slot Reel: Watch the names fly by like a casino slot machine.
- Cards: A quick shuffle and flip to reveal the winner.
- Drumroll: Build maximum tension with a 3-second countdown.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my data safe?
Yes. All names are stored securely in your own browser using LocalStorage. We never upload your lists to any server.
How do I share a list?
Click the "Share List" button in the settings panel. It generates a special link with your names safely encoded right in the URL.
Is the picker truly random?
Absolutely. We use the browser's cryptographically secure random number generator to ensure fairness, completely avoiding common modulo biases found in simple math functions.