Freerice
Answer vocabulary questions and the ad revenue goes to the UN World Food Programme. Running since 2007 and still counting grains.
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How to get the most from it
Freerice sits in Word Games under Play, filed as coffee break.
- Set aside five to fifteen minutes and give it your proper attention.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something brainy, wholesome and useful.
About this category: Daily word puzzles, anagram hunts, crosswords and the whole family of games that grew out of one green-and-yellow grid. Most reset at midnight.
Good for
- Filling a coffee break properly
- Giving your brain a workout
- Something kind-hearted
- Getting something practical done
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Freerice: quick answers
Is Freerice free?
Yes. Freerice is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Freerice?
No. You can use Freerice without signing up for anything.
Does Freerice work on a phone?
Yes. Freerice works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Freerice safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Freerice take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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