How to Run a Fair & Transparent Giveaway with a Wheel Spinner
Running a giveaway? Learn best practices for using a random wheel to pick winners that your audience trusts.
Giveaways are a powerful way to engage your audience, but trust is everything. A wheel spinner provides a visual, transparent method for selecting winners. Here's how to do it right:
Collect entries properly — Use a form or comment section to gather participant names. Ensure each person gets only one entry (unless you want bonus entries).
Display the wheel publicly — Whether you're streaming live or recording a video, show the wheel on screen with all names visible. This transparency builds trust.
Use the "Remove Slice" feature — After each spin, remove the winner from the wheel before spinning for the next prize. This prevents duplicate wins.
Record the results — The results panel keeps a history of all spins. Screenshot this for your records and to share with your audience.
Set clear rules beforehand — Define eligibility, deadlines, and prize details before spinning. This prevents disputes after the fact.
Consider using the Share feature — Generate a share link so participants can see the wheel setup before the draw happens.