Crypto: Guess the hidden word

Discover the secret five-letter word in six tries. A new challenge every day.

How to play Crypto

  • Objective: Guess the hidden 5-letter word in 6 attempts or fewer.
  • How to play: Enter any valid 5-letter English word and press Enter.
  • The clues: After each guess, the tiles will change color to show how close you are:
  • A
    Green: The letter is in the word and in the correct spot.
  • B
    Yellow: The letter is in the word but in the wrong spot.
  • C
    Gray: The letter is not in the word.
  • On-screen keyboard: The keys will also change color to help you keep track of letters you have already used.
  • Strategy: Use the clues from each attempt to narrow down the correct word. Good luck!