🔤 Word Search

Find the hidden words by dragging across the grid — or print a worksheet to solve on paper. Pick a theme or type your own words.

✓ Free Forever · ✓ No Signup · ✓ No Upload · ✓ Works Offline

🔒 Played entirely in your browser. Grids are generated and checked on your device. Nothing is uploaded, and there is no account or tracking.

Features

  • Themes or your own words — Pick animals, food, space, nature or sports — or type your own list for spelling and vocabulary practice.
  • Three difficulties — Easy hides words across and down; harder levels add diagonals and backwards words on a bigger grid.
  • Printable worksheet PDF — Export the puzzle with its word list, plus an answer page — perfect for classrooms and road trips.
  • Drag to find — Swipe across the letters to mark a word — works with a mouse or a finger on mobile.

How It Works

  1. Pick a theme or add words — Choose a built-in theme, or type your own words below the grid.
  2. Find the words — Drag from the first letter to the last — across, down, or diagonally.
  3. Print it (optional) — Export a worksheet PDF with the answer key on a second page.

Use Cases

  • Spelling and vocabulary practice
  • Classroom worksheets and warm-ups
  • Custom puzzles for parties or names
  • Screen-free fun for trips

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use my own words?

Yes — type your own words (one per line or comma-separated) below the grid and a fresh puzzle is built from them. Great for spelling lists and themed events.

How do I select a word?

Drag from the first letter to the last in a straight line — across, down, or diagonally. On a phone, swipe with your finger.

Can I print word search worksheets?

Yes. "Printable PDF" gives you the puzzle with its word list, plus a second page that marks where every word is.

Is it free and private?

Yes — no sign-up, and the puzzle is generated and checked in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.

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