Wordsearch Maker

Free Word Search Maker: Create Custom Printable Puzzles

Generate engaging word search puzzles in seconds with our free online wordsearch maker. Perfect for teachers, parents, and puzzle enthusiasts who need custom printable word finds for classrooms, parties, or educational activities.

How to use the Wordsearch Generator:

1. Enter your words: Type or paste words you want to hide in the puzzle (one per line or comma-separated).
2. Choose grid size: Select from 10×10, 15×15, or 20×20 grids depending on difficulty and word count.
3. Add a title: Optionally personalise your puzzle with a custom title like 'Science Vocabulary' or 'Birthday Party Fun'.
4. Generate: Click the button to create your puzzle instantly with words placed horizontally, vertically, and diagonally.
5. Export: Download as PNG for printing, PDF for sharing, or copy the HTML code to embed on your website.

Why use a custom word search creator?

Pre-made word searches from books or websites rarely match your exact needs. Our wordsearch puzzle maker allows complete control over vocabulary, making it ideal for classroom learning, themed birthday parties, or corporate training sessions. Teachers love using this tool for spelling lists, subject-specific terminology, and revision activities. Parents use it to create personalised puzzles for children's parties or road trip entertainment.

International language support

Unlike basic generators, our tool automatically adapts to your browser language, filling empty grid spaces with appropriate characters. For example, German puzzles include Ä, Ö, Ü; Spanish puzzles feature Ñ; and French puzzles use accented vowels. This ensures authentic word finds for multilingual classrooms and international users.

Is this wordsearch maker free?

Yes! There are no hidden costs, watermarks, or limits on the number of puzzles you can create. Generate unlimited free word search puzzles for personal or educational use. Your words are processed entirely in your browser, so content remains private and never leaves your device—perfect for sensitive vocabulary lists or proprietary training materials.

What makes a good word search puzzle?

The best puzzles balance challenge and solvability. Use 5-10 words for beginners and up to 20 for advanced solvers. Mix word lengths and directions (horizontal, vertical, diagonal) to increase difficulty. Our generator handles this automatically, ensuring fair distribution across the grid. The word list display at the bottom helps solvers track their progress without making the challenge too easy.