Crossword puzzle maker for printable books
Build clue crosswords with ACROSS and DOWN lists, or fill-in crosswords from a word list, with an answer page for each. Each layout is tried many ways and the most interlocked one is kept. Free, with a commercial licence.
No card. Runs in your browser. Export a print-ready PDF with answer keys.
What kinds of crossword can I make?
Two kinds. Clue crosswords have a numbered grid with ACROSS and DOWN clues. Fill-in crosswords list the words by length and the solver places them in the grid. Newspaper-style grids from 5 × 5 to 13 × 13 are available too.
Can I use my own words and clues?
Yes. Write each entry as WORD | clue, one per line, or start from the built-in clue sets. Words that cannot fit are named so nothing is dropped without you knowing.
How many crosswords fit on a page?
One or two clue crosswords per page — more than that makes the clues too small to read. Fill-in puzzles can share a page more easily.
Can I sell crossword books made with it?
Yes. Exports carry a commercial licence for KDP, Etsy and your own shop. Write your own clues or use the built-in ones.
Frequently asked questions
Is the crossword maker free?
Yes. Create a free account and export complete books with no watermark. No card is needed.
Does it make answer keys?
Yes. Every crossword gets a filled answer grid.
Can I make a crossword for kids or a theme?
Yes. Use a built-in theme or your own short word list with simple clues.
Does it use AI?
No. Layouts are built by an algorithm in your browser, and the built-in clues were written by hand.