Frequently Asked Questions
"Every detective has questions. Here are the answers."
What is OnlinePuzzle.net?
OnlinePuzzle.net is a collection of noir-themed detective word puzzles. We offer four games: Daily 5 (word mystery), Scramble (letter reconstruction), Word Search (evidence board), and Memory Clues (case matching).
Is OnlinePuzzle.net free?
Yes! All games are completely free to play. No subscriptions, no paywalls, no ads.
What's the difference between Daily and Practice modes?
Daily mode gives you one unique puzzle per day that everyone plays. Your streak is tracked, and you can't replay it. Practice mode offers unlimited random puzzles for training.
How does the Daily streak work?
Complete at least one Daily game each day to maintain your streak. If you miss a day, your streak resets to zero. Streaks are tracked separately for each game.
Can I play on mobile?
Absolutely! OnlinePuzzle.net is fully responsive and works on phones, tablets, and desktops. You can also install it as a PWA (Progressive Web App) for an app-like experience.
How do I install the PWA?
On mobile browsers, tap the 'Add to Home Screen' option. On desktop Chrome/Edge, look for the install icon in the address bar. Once installed, you can play offline!
Is my progress saved?
Yes! All progress is saved locally in your browser using localStorage. This includes your streak, achievements, XP, and settings. Note: Clearing browser data will erase your progress.
Can I sync progress across devices?
Currently, progress is stored locally per device. We're exploring cloud sync options for future updates.
How are the word banks created?
We carefully curate 365 unique puzzles for each game, ensuring no duplicates and appropriate difficulty. Each Daily 5 word comes with a hand-written clue.
What if I find a bug?
Please report it! Use our Contact page or email support@onlinepuzzle.net. Include details about what happened and which browser you're using.
Can I share my results?
Yes! After completing a game, you can generate a noir-style share card (PNG image) to post on social media.
Do you collect my personal data?
No. We only collect anonymous analytics. Your game progress stays on your device. See our Privacy Policy for details.
Why the noir detective theme?
We love 1940s detective stories, black-and-white cinema, and the atmosphere of mystery. We wanted to bring that vibe to word puzzles.
Can I suggest new features?
Absolutely! We'd love to hear your ideas. Contact us through the Contact page or email studio@onlinepuzzle.net.