Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers to common questions about FlipTheCoin
A: Yes! The app uses your browser's cryptographically secure random number generator. The results are just as random as flipping a real coin (when bias is set to 50%).
A: No! It runs directly in your web browser. Just open the HTML file or visit the website.
A: Mostly yes! Once you've loaded the page once, it can work offline. However, if you refresh, you'll need internet to reload resources.
A: Yes! Completely free to use.
A: They're saved in your browser's localStorage on your device. They stay there until you:
A: Yes! Click "Export" to download your statistics as a JSON file. You can then email or share this file.
A: Reasons could be:
A: After many flips (100+):
A: Currently you can have one custom theme at a time. To change it, upload new images in Settings â Custom.
A: Easy! Just open Settings and select "Classic Gold" or "Silver" instead of Custom.
A: No, only static PNG or JPEG images are supported. The coin's 3D spinning provides the animation!
A: It depends:
A: WebGL is a technology that lets browsers show 3D graphics (like our coin). Most modern browsers support it. If yours doesn't, the app will offer 2D mode instead.
A:
A: Very little! The app is under 1MB including graphics. No constant internet connection needed.
A: No! Everything happens in your browser. No data is sent anywhere. Your statistics stay on your device only.
A: Yes! Fully optimized for mobile devices. Tap the coin to flip!
A: Haptics = vibration. When enabled, your phone vibrates when you flip. Makes it feel more real!
A: 3D graphics can be demanding. Try enabling "High Performance Mode" in Settings to speed it up.
A: On some browsers, yes! Look for "Add to Home Screen" in your browser menu if the app supports PWA.
A: The coin flip itself is completely fair and random (when bias = 50%). However, for truly important decisions, you should probably think carefully rather than rely on random chance! đ
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Example: Heads, Tails, Heads = Heads wins (2 to 1)
A: Yes, but that defeats the purpose of a coin flip! If you want, set bias to 100% (always heads) or 0% (always tails) in Settings.
A: Mathematically, infinite! But realistically:
A: Not in this app! Real coins can theoretically land on edge (about 1 in 6000 chance), but we don't simulate that. You'll always get heads or tails.
A: Two possibilities:
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