Your random number (1–500)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 1–500 range suits large-scale giveaways or raffles with hundreds of participants, picking a random item from an extended product catalog, selecting a numbered entry from a large competition, assigning random IDs for research data, or simulating lottery-style draws.
Each number has a 1/500 = 0.2% probability. With 500 equally likely outcomes, this is a fine-grained random selection — perfect for scenarios where many entries need to be treated fairly.
Yes. Number your entries 1–500 (or however many you have up to 500), generate a result live on stream or in a post, and announce the winner. The tool is browser-based, requires no sign-in, and the process is transparent to your audience.
The 500 in "Fortune 500" refers to the 500 largest companies ranked annually. You could use this generator to randomly pick a Fortune 500 company to research — just generate a number and look up the corresponding rank on the current list.
A traditional lottery uses physical mechanisms (numbered balls, drums) for auditability. This digital generator uses JavaScript's PRNG, which is fast and practical for informal use. For legally binding draws, consider a certified random number service. For everything else, this tool works great.