How to Play (Quick)
- Open today's puzzle and press Start.
- Drag across letters to select a word (any direction, including backwards).
- Keep going until every word in the list is found.
- Want no pressure? Turn on Relaxed mode to hide the timer.
Word Search Puzzles - Free Online Daily
Word Search Puzzles free, daily, right in your browser. No downloads. Every puzzle includes a timer and a word list so you can track your best time.
Start with today's word search, or choose a recent puzzle from the archive.
Newest puzzles
The latest 15 daily word search puzzles from the archive.
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Timed Mode and the Daily Leaderboard
Timed mode tracks your completion time for today's puzzle. If you finish fast enough, you can enter your initials and appear on the daily leaderboard. The daily puzzle and leaderboard reset on New York time.
- ✓Timed mode: timer on, leaderboard eligible.
- ✓Relaxed mode: no timer, just play.
- ✓Archive puzzles: available anytime, not ranked.
FAQ
What directions can words appear?
Words can be hidden horizontally, vertically, or diagonally, and they can run forwards or backwards.
Can I play on my phone?
Yes. WordSearch.Now is designed for mobile and works on any modern browser.
Do I need to download anything?
No downloads. Just open the site and play instantly.
Can I play older puzzles?
Yes. Visit the archive to play past daily puzzles anytime.
How does the leaderboard work?
The leaderboard is for today's puzzle in timed mode. Finish the puzzle, then enter your initials to claim your spot if you qualify.
Is WordSearch.Now free?
Yes. WordSearch.Now is free to play.