Random Team Generator: Split a list of names into fair, random teams in seconds—completely free, no signup needed.
One name per line or comma-separated.
Prefix with * to mark as leader
(e.g. *Alice).
One group per line — these players will always be on the same team.
Add some names and hit Generate Teams.
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Creating random teams with the Random Team Generator takes less than 30 seconds. There is no account to create, nothing to install, and no limit on the number of participants or teams.
Any situation that calls for fair, unbiased grouping is a good fit. Here are the most common use cases teachers, coaches, and event organisers rely on it for.
Fairness is the foundation of any successful team activity. When you use a random team generator, you eliminate human bias and ensure every participant gets an equal chance at being placed in any group. Our randomized groups algorithm guarantees that no one can complain about favouritism or manipulated outcomes.
Whether you're a teacher dividing students, a coach splitting players, or an event organizer creating teams for a competition, a team generator saves you time and builds trust among participants. Instead of spending precious minutes manually assigning people or dealing with complaints about unfair selections, you can generate balanced teams instantly and focus on what matters most — the activity itself.
Our group generator is designed to be flexible enough for any scenario. You have full control over the number of participants you add and the number of groups you create. Whether you need 2 teams or 20, the tool adapts to your needs instantly.
Choose between two powerful split modes. Use "Number of teams" when you know how many groups you want (like dividing 30 people into 6 teams of 5). Or use "Players per team" when you know the ideal group size (like creating teams of 4 from a list of 24 participants). The team generator automatically calculates the optimal distribution for you.
After generating your randomized groups, export the results as a CSV file for easy record-keeping. The CSV format opens seamlessly in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Apple Numbers, and virtually any spreadsheet software. You can also generate a shareable link that preserves your exact team assignments — perfect for sending to co-organizers or participants.
How many participants can I add to the group generator?
There's no fixed limit on the number of participants. The tool runs entirely in your browser, so you can add dozens, hundreds, or even thousands of names. The random team generator stays fast and responsive regardless of list size.
Can I control the number of groups created?
Absolutely. You have complete control over the number of groups. Use the stepper controls or type directly to set exactly how many teams you want. The generator distributes participants as evenly as possible across all groups.
What makes these randomized groups truly random?
Our randomized groups are generated using the Fisher-Yates shuffle algorithm, which produces a uniform random permutation. This means every possible team arrangement has exactly the same probability of occurring — no hidden biases, no predictable patterns.
How does the randomisation actually work?
The tool uses the Fisher-Yates shuffle algorithm — the gold standard for producing a truly unbiased random order. Every possible arrangement of names is equally likely, so no one participant is ever systematically favoured or excluded from any particular team position.
Is this random team generator free to use?
Completely free, with no hidden tier. Every feature on the page — leader assignment, keep-together groups, CSV export, shareable links, session restore — is available to every visitor at no cost and without creating an account.
How many names can I add?
There is no hard limit built into the tool. Because the generator runs entirely in your browser, performance depends on your device, but it handles several hundred names without any noticeable slowdown.
How do I pre-assign a team leader?
Add an asterisk before the name — for example, *Alice. The generator will place that person first in their team and display a LEADER badge next to their name. You can mark multiple leaders; the tool will spread them across different teams automatically. Alternatively, tick "Randomly assign one leader per team" to let the generator choose.
Can I make sure two people are always on the same team?
Yes — use the Keep Together section. Enter a comma-separated line of names that should stay together, for instance: Alice, Bob. You can add as many keep-together groups as you need, one per line. The generator treats each group as a single unit when distributing teams.
What is the difference between the two split modes?
Number of teams lets you specify the total number of groups, and the tool works out how many people go into each one. Players per team works the opposite way — you set the group size and the tool calculates how many teams are needed. If the numbers don't divide evenly, the remaining players are distributed one per team so the sizes stay as equal as possible.
How do I save or export the teams?
Click Export after generating to download a plain-text file or a CSV spreadsheet you can open in Excel or Google Sheets. Click Share to copy a URL that encodes the full team state — anyone who opens that link will see the same results you generated.
Does it work on phones and tablets?
Yes. The layout is fully responsive — on smaller screens the two-panel design stacks vertically so the input and results are easy to read and tap. All buttons are sized for touch use.