How to Play Scramgram
Scramgram is a free daily word puzzle that takes just 30 seconds. Here's everything you need to know.
The Basics
- See the letters. Each day, you get a set of scrambled letters (usually 7). These are the same letters everyone gets worldwide.
- Hit GO. The 30-second countdown begins.
- Find words. Type or tap to spell four-letter words using the available letters. Each letter can only be used once per word.
- Beat the clock. Find as many words as you can before time runs out.
- See your score. After 30 seconds, you'll see how you did — stars, word count, and any words you missed.
How Puzzles Work
Each day's puzzle gives you a set of scrambled letters and 30 seconds to find as many four-letter words as you can. Puzzles vary in difficulty — some days you'll have fewer letters with a handful of possible words, other days you'll have more letters with dozens of possibilities. Difficulty shifts throughout the week to keep things fresh.
Don't worry about finding every word — even getting a few is an achievement. The fun is in the daily challenge and comparing scores with friends.
Scoring
Your score is based on how many four-letter words you find:
Find more than 5 words? Every extra word beyond the five-star threshold is pure bragging rights. Your total word count tells the story when you share your results!
Tips and Strategy
- Start with what you see. Don't overthink it. If a word jumps out, type it immediately. Speed matters more than strategy.
- Think in common patterns. Look for common word endings like -ATE, -INE, -ORT, -ARK. Train your brain to spot these quickly.
- Don't second-guess. If you think it might be a word, try it. There's no penalty for wrong guesses, just lost time.
- Use all the letters. It's easy to fixate on a few letters. Make sure you're considering every letter in the set.
- Play every day. Like any skill, word-finding gets faster with practice. Daily players consistently improve their scores over time.
What Counts as a Word?
Scramgram accepts standard English four-letter words from a comprehensive dictionary that includes both American and British English spellings. That means both GRAY and GREY count, both CURB and KERB work.
Proper nouns (names of people, places, brands) are not accepted. Abbreviations, acronyms, and slang are generally not included unless they've become standard dictionary entries.
Sharing Your Results
After each game, you can share your results with friends. The share feature shows your star rating and word count but never reveals the actual words — so your friends can play the same puzzle without spoilers.
When someone opens your shared link, they'll see your score and get a "Play now" button to try the same daily puzzle themselves. It's the perfect way to start a friendly competition.
Daily Puzzle Reset
A new puzzle is available every day at midnight (your local time). Each puzzle can only be played once — no do-overs! This keeps things fair and gives everyone one shot at each day's challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many words am I supposed to find?
Each puzzle has a different number of possible words, ranging from around 10 to 30+. You're not expected to find them all — most players find 2–6 words in 30 seconds. Getting 5+ is a great score!
Why are some days harder than others?
Puzzles vary in the number of scrambled letters and how many common words can be formed. Some days are quick and breezy, others are a real challenge. That variety is part of the fun.
Web vs. App
You can play Scramgram for free in your browser at scramgram.com/play. The mobile app (coming soon!) will add a few extra features:
- Streaks: Track your daily play streak and see how many days in a row you've played.
- Daily reminders: Get a notification when the new puzzle is ready.
- Anagram Solver: The app also includes a full anagram solver for Scrabble, Words With Friends, crosswords, and more.
Ready to Play?
That's all there is to it. Completely free, no account needed, no tutorial to sit through — just letters, words, and 30 seconds of fun.