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Play the daily Connections Puzzle

Your go-to destination for a fresh, engaging connections game every single day. Whether you're a seasoned word puzzle enthusiast or just discovering the joy of finding hidden word relationships, our daily challenge offers the perfect blend of fun and mental exercise.

A new puzzle every midnight

Each day we release a brand new connections puzzle featuring 16 carefully selected words. Your mission? Identify four groups of four words that share a secret connection. The categories range from straightforward associations to clever wordplay and tricky red herrings designed to keep you on your toes. Looking for connections today? You're in the right place.

Hints when you need them

Stuck on a particularly tricky category? Our built-in connections hint system is here to help. Use up to two hints per game to reveal a category when you need that extra nudge. It's the perfect balance between challenge and accessibility, ensuring everyone can enjoy the satisfaction of solving the puzzle.

Free to play, no account needed

What makes our connections game special is its accessibility — completely free to play and optimized for both desktop and mobile devices. Track your stats, build winning streaks, and share your results with friends. Whether you play during your morning coffee or as a quick brain break, our connections puzzle fits perfectly into your daily routine.

Why players love our connections game

Daily puzzles

A fresh connections puzzle every day at midnight, with carefully crafted categories.

Train your brain

Build vocabulary, pattern recognition and critical thinking with every game you solve.

Share and compete

Share your results with friends and see who can solve the connections puzzle faster.

Hint system

Need a connections hint? Spend up to two per game to reveal a category and get moving.

Timed challenge

Track your solving time and try to beat your personal best on connections today.

Build streaks

Play daily to build a winning streak. How many days in a row can you keep it alive?

How to play Connections Puzzle

  1. Find groups of four words that share something in common.
  2. Select the four words you think belong together, then tap Submit.
  3. Categories are colour-coded by difficulty: gold is easiest, purple is trickiest.
  4. You get four mistakes. Spend a connections hint if you get stuck.
  5. Win by finding all four groups before your mistakes run out.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Connections Puzzle?

The Connections Puzzle is a free daily word game where you find groups of related words. Each connections game challenges you to identify four groups of four words that share a common theme or connection. It's perfect for word game lovers!

How often is Connections Today updated?

A new connections puzzle is released every day at midnight. You can also explore past puzzles in our archive to practice your skills or catch up on ones you missed.

How do I get a Connections Hint?

Tap the "Hint" button during gameplay to receive a connections hint. You can use up to two hints per game, each revealing one category to help you progress through the puzzle.

Is the Connections Game free to play?

Yes! Our connections game is completely free to play with no account required. Your stats and progress are saved locally in your browser so you can track your winning streaks.

Can I play on my phone?

Absolutely! The connections puzzle is fully responsive and works great on phones, tablets, and desktop computers. The touch-friendly design makes it perfect for playing on the go.