Word Search Generator
About Word Search Generator
A free web tool for turning your own words into a word search you can play solo or with a class or group, share with a link, or print as a two-page PDF with an answer key.
Make it, play it, print it
Choose a title and make a custom puzzle from your own word list. Play solo, host a timed or untimed group room with a four-character code, share the puzzle URL, or download a printable PDF with the puzzle on page one and answer key on page two.
See how the free word search generator works · Explore word searches for teachers
Share your puzzle with the community
Let other players discover your puzzles.
When you list a puzzle publicly, it appears in the app’s Browse area so visitors can find and play it. Unlisted puzzles can still be opened by anyone who has the direct share link.
- List publicly: add your puzzle to the community Browse area.
- Share directly: send the puzzle link to friends whether it is listed or unlisted.
- Play solo or together: host a class or group game with a four-character code, or open the puzzle by yourself.
- Print: download a printable PDF with its answer key.
Common questions
What happens when I list a puzzle publicly?
It appears in Browse so other visitors can discover and play it.
Can I share a puzzle without listing it publicly?
Yes. Anyone with the direct puzzle link can open it.