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The Guardian - Cryptic Crossword

theguardian.com

A weekday cryptic crossword from The Guardian.

Words topic Free access
Play on theguardian.com
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Here’s what we found when we checked

Last checked 12 Aug 2026 · re-checked every Monday
Still live
Yes
Responded on the last sweep.
Truly daily
Not checked yet
Signup
None detected
We found no login blocking play. This check catches redirects and blocking dialogs; a plain login landing page can slip past it.
Ad load
A few
Present but nothing blocks play.
On a phone
Works well
No horizontal scroll, tappable targets.
Real time
Not checked yet
Every answer above is measured — not copied from the game’s own description. How we measure →

Against the other word puzzles we have measured

Every number here comes from opening the games ourselves. We have not finished them, so there is no strategy guide.

Overview

What The Guardian - Cryptic Crossword is

A weekday cryptic crossword from The Guardian.

Its core mechanic is word and access is listed as free. A fuller editorial description will only appear after we can ground it in the game’s own material.

Getting started

How to start The Guardian - Cryptic Crossword

Use the play link near the top of this page to open theguardian.com in a new tab. The destination belongs to the game maker; Puzzlerzone records the outbound visit but does not place an extra account or payment step between you and the game.

Before you open it

What to know at a glance

  • Topic: Words.
  • Core mechanic: Word.
  • Access: Free.
Quick answers

Common questions

What kind of puzzle is The Guardian - Cryptic Crossword?

The Guardian - Cryptic Crossword is indexed under Words and built primarily around word.

Is The Guardian - Cryptic Crossword free?

Its access model is currently listed as free. Check the destination page for regional prices, subscriptions or optional purchases.

How do I open The Guardian - Cryptic Crossword?

Use the play link on this page to open theguardian.com.