▦ Free Daily Mini Crossword

A compact 5×5 crossword refreshed every day, with clues that finish famous quotes and nod to art and literary history. Short enough to solve on a break, satisfying enough to come back for tomorrow's.

How to play

1. Tap a square and read the across or down clue.
2. Type your answer; correct letters lock in.
3. Fill the whole grid to finish the day's crossword.

A new puzzle every day

Find it woven into the daily feed, alongside all of today's daily puzzles. It's free, kid-safe, and plays right in your browser, with no app and no sign-up. Sign in to save your streak and climb the leaderboard.

Common questions

How long does the mini crossword take?

Most solvers finish the 5×5 in two to five minutes. It's sized for a coffee break: five across, five down, no obscure crossword-ese, and the clues lean toward art, literature, and famous quotes rather than trivia gotchas.

Is this crossword really free with no sign-up?

Yes. The daily mini is free every day and plays in your browser on any device. No account, no paywall, no app install. Signing in is only for streaks and the leaderboard.

What makes the clues different from other minis?

The grid is themed toward the literary: many days finish a famous quotation, name a writer or painter, or nod to art history. Solving one usually teaches you a line worth keeping.