Wordle is the daily word game from The New York Times where you have six tries to guess a hidden five-letter word. Everyone gets the same puzzle each day, which is what made sharing results so popular.

How to play Wordle

Type any valid five-letter word and press Enter. Each tile changes color: green means the letter is in the word and in the right spot, yellow means it's in the word but in a different spot, and gray means it isn't in the word.

Use that feedback to narrow down the answer. You have six guesses, and a new puzzle arrives at midnight in your local time.

WordleTips & Strategies

Open with a word that tests common letters, such as a word with two or three vowels plus R, S, T, L or N.
Don't forget that letters can repeat; a stubborn yellow might be a double letter.
On guess two, try a word with all-new letters if you have few clues; it often beats guessing early.
Watch for common endings like -ER, -ED, -LY and -ING-style patterns before committing to a guess.
If you're stuck between several similar words, pick a guess that eliminates the most of them at once.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does a new Wordle come out?

A new Wordle is released every day at midnight in your local time zone.

Can the Wordle answer have repeated letters?

Yes. Answers can include the same letter more than once, so a double letter is always worth considering.

How many guesses do you get in Wordle?

You get six guesses to find the five-letter word.

Is Wordle free to play?

Yes, the daily Wordle is free on The New York Times website and app.