Free Yes or No Generator
Get a random yes or no answer for quick, low-stakes decisions — with an optional “maybe” for a three-way choice.
Quick answer
A yes-or-no generator returns a random answer, each option equally likely. With two options it’s a fair 50/50 between yes and no; add “maybe” and each of the three becomes about a one-in-three chance. This tool uses your browser’s secure random generator.
Formula & method
Each answer is drawn from the browser’s Web Crypto API and mapped to the available options with equal probability. Results are independent — a previous answer never influences the next one. With “maybe” enabled, the tool chooses uniformly among yes, no, and maybe.
Examples
- Input
- Two options
- Result
- Yes or No (50/50)
- Why
- Each answer is equally likely and independent.
- Input
- Three options
- Result
- Yes, No, or Maybe (≈ 33% each)
- Why
- Adding ‘maybe’ makes it a fair three-way choice.
- Input
- Yes = go, No = stay
- Result
- An unbiased decision
- Why
- Assign meanings to each answer first.
When to use this tool
- Settling a trivial either/or decision quickly.
- Breaking a deadlock when you genuinely don’t mind the outcome.
- Adding a bit of chance to a game or activity.
Common mistakes
- Using it for important decisions about money, health, or safety.
- Re-rolling until you get the answer you wanted — that defeats the point.
- Expecting a pattern; each result is independent and random.
Frequently asked questions
+ - Is the yes or no answer random?
Yes. It uses your browser’s secure random generator, with each option equally likely and every result independent.
+ - Can I add a ‘maybe’ option?
Yes. Enable maybe to turn it into a fair three-way choice between yes, no, and maybe.
+ - Should I use this for big decisions?
No. It’s for fun and trivial choices. Don’t use it for decisions about money, health, legal matters, or safety.
+ - Are the odds really 50/50?
With two options, yes — each has a 50% chance. Short runs can look lopsided, but that’s normal randomness.
+ - Is anything tracked?
No. The result is generated in your browser and nothing is stored or uploaded.
- ✓ Free to use
- ✓ No sign-up required
- ✓ Runs entirely in your browser — nothing is uploaded.
- ✓ Formula and method shown above
Provided “as is” for general information only — results may be inaccurate, so verify before you rely on them. No warranty; use at your own risk.
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