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Magic 8-ball

Ask a yes-or-no question, shake the magic 8-ball and get one of the 20 classic answers.

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  • Works on any device

About Magic 8-ball

Ask a yes-or-no question, shake the ball and get one of the 20 classic answers: ten positive, five neutral and five negative. The toy dates back to the 1950s. It is for fun and for breaking a tie, not for real decisions.

How to use Magic 8-ball

  1. Set the options above. The result updates live.
  2. Change anything until it's just right.
  3. Copy the result or download it.

Why use this tool?

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Frequently asked questions

How many answers does a Magic 8-Ball have?

Twenty. Ten are affirmative, such as It is certain, five are noncommittal, such as Ask again later, and five are negative, such as Don't count on it.

Is Magic 8-ball free?

Yes. Magic 8-ball on Toolipedia is free to use, with no sign-up and no watermark.

Is it safe to use?

Yes. Everything is worked out in your browser, and nothing you enter is sent to our server.

Does it work on my phone?

Yes. It works in any modern browser on Android and iPhone, as well as on tablets and computers. There's nothing to install.

Do I need an account?

No. Just open the page and use the tool. There's no sign-up and no email needed.

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