Crossword Labs, a crossword puzzle creator
Crossword puzzle creatorsIndividual workVocabularyTeacherYou SupplyWebsite/other users supply
Description: Crossword Labs is a tool to build, print, share, and solve crossword puzzles. Users input the words and clues, and the platform automatically generates a crossword grid. Ready-made crossword puzzles on different subjects are available on the platform. Crossword puzzles can be created in any language and made public and accessible through a URL or set as completely private. Crossword Labs was developed by Matt Johnson and is freely accessible online. It does not require signing up or having an account to use.
Evaluation: Crossword Labs is a straightforward and effective tool to create all kinds of crosswords. It can be helpful to test vocabulary knowledge on specific topics. The interface is very simple and easy to use.
Cost: Free without registration.
Type Of Interaction:
Individual work,
Skills:
Vocabulary,
Content:
Website/other users supply,
You supply,
Usability and tech notes ▼
Time efficiency 
Time needed to learn how to use a tool and its time-saving potential: Medium.
Interface language(s) The number of languages in which the tool is currently available/adaptable to: English.
Respect for privacy Privacy evaluations indicate how a tool handles personal data collection, storage, and sharing, including GDPR compliance and security measures, among others. The ICT-REV team provides them for informational purposes, reflecting our best understanding at the time of review, but assumes no legal responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of these evaluations and encourages users to conduct their own assessments: Medium. Crossword Labs collects user data relevant to providing its crossword creation and solving services. It works with third parties but prevents unauthorised access or misuse of data, does not run ads, and does not share user data for marketing purposes. Data is stored in the United States. CrosswordLabs explicitly states that individuals under 13 years of age are not authorized to register on the site. It does not mention compliance with the GDPR. See more here.
Saving work for future use Can work be saved for future use?: Yes, but case-specific password is needed.
Any other relevant information:
- Installation required?: No; it is a browser-based tool.
- Compatibility/ Operating System: Any browser.