Create Custom Word Search Puzzles in Seconds

Create custom word search puzzles and play preset puzzles online. Choose difficulty and grid size, export instantly as PDF/PNG for print or share.

Puzzle Title

Enter a title for your word search puzzle

0/50 characters

Word List

Enter words to hide in the puzzle

Word Banks

Animals

Food

Colors

Sports

Nature

Transport

Jobs

Education

Family

Holidays

Technology

Puzzle Settings

Choose a difficulty preset or configure manually

Difficulty Presets

Click a preset to quickly configure grid size and directions

Grid Size

Ready to Generate

Enter your word list and configure the settings, then click "Generate Puzzle" to create your word search grid.

Professional Word Search Puzzle Generator

Create engaging word search puzzles with our advanced online generator. Perfect for educators, parents, and puzzle enthusiasts.

Preset Puzzles
Browse and play pre-made word search puzzles by category. Perfect for quick start and classroom use.
Smart Difficulty Levels
Select from Easy, Medium, or Hard presets that automatically adjust grid size, word directions, and complexity for the perfect challenge.
Customizable Grid Sizes
Choose from preset sizes (10x10 to 25x25) or create custom dimensions up to 50x50 for any difficulty level.
8 Direction Support
Place words horizontally, vertically, and diagonally in all directions for maximum puzzle complexity.
Multiple Export Formats
Export your puzzles as high-quality PDF files for printing or PNG images for digital sharing and online use.

How to Create Word Search Puzzles

Generate professional word search puzzles in four simple steps:

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Word Search Generator

Get answers to common questions about creating and using word search puzzles.

How does the word search generator work?

Our word search generator uses advanced algorithms to place your words in a grid with random letters filling empty spaces. You can choose from 20+ preset word banks, customize grid size, word directions, and difficulty levels to generate puzzles instantly with optional answer keys.

What are preset puzzles?

Preset puzzles are ready-made word searches grouped by category and difficulty. Each puzzle includes a curated word list, grid, and solution you can play online or download.

How do the difficulty levels work?

Our Smart Difficulty system offers three presets: Easy (10x10 grid, horizontal/vertical words), Medium (15x15 grid, all directions), and Hard (20x20+ grid, all directions, complex words). Each preset automatically configures optimal settings for the target difficulty.

What grid sizes are available for word search puzzles?

You can choose from preset sizes including 10x10, 15x15, 20x20, and 25x25 grids. For advanced users, custom grid dimensions up to 50x50 are available to accommodate larger word lists or specific requirements.

Can I control word placement directions in the puzzle?

Yes! Our generator supports 8 different directions: horizontal (left/right), vertical (up/down), and diagonal (all four diagonal directions). You can enable or disable any combination to control puzzle difficulty.

Is the word search generator free to use?

Absolutely! Our word search puzzle generator is completely free with no registration required. Create unlimited puzzles, print them, and use them for educational or personal purposes without any restrictions.

Can I export preset puzzles?

Yes. Export any preset puzzle as PDF for printing or PNG for digital use, with optional answer key.

Do I need an account to play?

No. You can play and download preset puzzles for free without signing in.

Create or Play Word Search Puzzles Today

Create custom puzzles or play preset puzzles online. Export as PDF/PNG.