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The Guardian - Quick Crossword

theguardian.com

A small crossword puzzle from The Guardian. New puzzle 6 days a week.

Words topic Free access
Play on theguardian.com
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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
None
No ad requests observed.
On a phone
Works well
No horizontal scroll, tappable targets.
Real time
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Against the other word puzzles we have measured

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Overview

What The Guardian - Quick Crossword is

A small crossword puzzle from The Guardian. New puzzle 6 days a week.

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 - Quick 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 - Quick Crossword?

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

Is The Guardian - Quick 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 - Quick Crossword?

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