Alternative Puzzle Makers

We offer two types: Online services and installable software.

  • Online services are accessible through your web browser (e.g., at puzzle-maker.com). You can use them from any computer and any type of computer (Windows/Mac/Linux). Puzzles may be free or paid and there is an annual subscription option for paid puzzles. There is usually no need to download any software to use an online service.
  • Installed software means a program that can be installed on your own computer. You get the program by downloading it or installing it from a CD. It will put an icon on your desktop and it will be found in your list of installed programs. Currently, we only support Microsoft Windows computers.

Our software and services include:

Crossword Weaver

® www.CrosswordWeaver.com

This installable software can make 2 types of crossword puzzles. It has more powerful formatting options for controlling fonts, box sizes and page layout. It can handle huge puzzles that span more than one page. It can export puzzles to PDF files or to other software, or to the Web as interactive puzzles. It can export interactive puzzles to a www.MyCrosswords.com in one click. It does not do background pictures. The demo does not give free puzzles but upon purchase the unlock code (license) has no expiration date.

1-2-3 Word Search Maker

™ www.Word-Search-Maker.com

This installable software can make 4 types of word search puzzles, including normal, with clues or with hidden message. It gives you more control over your puzzle, such as fonts, which word directions are allowed, and whether letters can be shared. It lets you print your puzzle such that every copy has a different arrangement of letters. It does not do background pictures or PDF files but you can export your puzzle as text or as a graphic. The demo does not give free puzzles but upon purchase the unlock code (license) has no expiration date.

Online Service

www.Puzzle-Maker.com

We recommend you use the current version but some dinosaurs are still available:

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