Squaredle
A daily letter grid with dozens of words buried in it, plus a bonus list that runs on far longer than anyone expects.
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How to get the most from it
Squaredle 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 and cosy.
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
- Somewhere low-key to settle into
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Squaredle: quick answers
Is Squaredle free?
Yes. Squaredle is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Squaredle?
No. You can use Squaredle without signing up for anything.
Does Squaredle work on a phone?
Yes. Squaredle works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Squaredle safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Squaredle take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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