Terms of Service

Last updated: March 10, 2026

By using Play Crosswords ("the Service"), you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

Use of Service

Play Crosswords provides free online crossword puzzles for personal, non-commercial use. You may play puzzles, track your progress, and share links to puzzles. You may not:

  • Scrape, copy, or redistribute puzzle content for commercial purposes
  • Attempt to disrupt, overload, or interfere with the Service
  • Use automated tools to access the Service in a way that exceeds reasonable use
  • Remove or alter any copyright or attribution notices

Intellectual Property

The puzzles available on Play Crosswords are sourced from public archives. The website design, code, and original content (blog posts, guides, descriptions) are the property of Play Crosswords. Puzzle clues and answers remain the intellectual property of their original creators.

No Account Required

The Service does not require account creation. Game progress is stored locally in your browser. We are not responsible for data loss if you clear your browser data.

Disclaimer

The Service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee uninterrupted availability or that the Service will be error-free. We are not responsible for any loss or damage resulting from your use of the Service.

Changes to Terms

We may update these terms at any time. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Contact

If you have questions about these terms, please contact us.