This online card shuffler uses the Fisher-Yates algorithm to produce a perfectly random shuffle of a standard 52-card deck. Shuffle instantly, deal hands for poker or blackjack, and see the full card order — no physical cards needed.
Dealt Hand
Shuffled Deck
Shuffle History
How to Use the Card Shuffler
The online card shuffler gives you a perfectly randomized 52-card deck in milliseconds, without any physical cards. Whether you're setting up a card game, practicing magic tricks, or teaching probability, this tool handles it all.
Step 1: Shuffle the Deck
Click the "Shuffle Deck" button to instantly randomize all 52 cards using the Fisher-Yates algorithm. The shuffled deck appears in a grid showing each card's rank and suit with proper red and black coloring. Hearts and diamonds are red; spades and clubs are black. Each shuffle is completely independent — there's no pattern or memory from previous shuffles.
Step 2: Deal a Hand
Use the "Deal" field to specify how many cards you want. Common hands: poker uses 5 cards, Texas Hold'em deals 2 hole cards per player, blackjack deals 2 cards. Click "Deal Hand" to draw cards from the top of the shuffled deck. Dealt cards are removed from the remaining deck, so you can deal multiple hands without duplicates. For a 6-player poker game, deal 5 cards to each player one at a time.
Step 3: Continue Playing
Keep dealing more hands or specific cards as your game requires. The remaining card count updates automatically. When you're done or need a fresh game, click "Reset to New Deck" to restore all 52 cards to an unshuffled state, then shuffle again for the next round.
The Fisher-Yates Shuffle Algorithm
This shuffler uses the Fisher-Yates algorithm (also called Knuth shuffle), the gold standard for unbiased card randomization. It works by iterating from the last card to the first, swapping each card with a randomly chosen card from the remaining unshuffled positions. This guarantees every one of the 52! (approximately 8 × 10^67) possible orderings has an equal probability — far more shuffles than atoms in the observable universe.
Shuffle History
The last 10 shuffles are stored in the history section below. Each entry shows the first 5 cards and the timestamp, useful for recreating a game state or verifying a previous deal. History is session-only and clears when you refresh the page.
FAQ
Is this card shuffler really free?
Yes, completely free with no signup required. Everything runs locally in your browser — no server is involved and no data is stored.
Is my shuffle data private?
Yes, all shuffles happen entirely in your browser using JavaScript. No data is sent to any server. Your shuffle history is stored in your browser's memory only.
How does the card shuffler work?
The shuffler uses the Fisher-Yates algorithm, the gold standard for unbiased random shuffles. Each card has an equal probability of ending up in any position, producing a statistically fair shuffle.
How do I deal cards from the shuffled deck?
After shuffling, use the 'Deal Cards' section to specify how many cards to deal. Cards are drawn from the top of the shuffled deck in order. You can deal multiple hands for card games like poker or blackjack.
Can I use this for card games like poker or blackjack?
Absolutely. Shuffle the deck, then deal the appropriate number of cards for your game. The shuffler shows rank and suit for each card with proper red/black color coding for hearts, diamonds, spades, and clubs.
What does Fisher-Yates shuffle mean?
Fisher-Yates (also called Knuth shuffle) is an algorithm that produces a uniformly random permutation of cards. It iterates through the deck and swaps each card with a random card from the remaining unshuffled portion, giving every permutation equal probability.