Mini Crossword Archive
Pick a year, then tap any date to jump straight into that day’s puzzle.
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90 daily puzzles · hint pages by date · Across and Down answer keys
Mini Crossword archive FAQ
- Looking for a free NYT Mini archive alternative?
- This is an independent, free Mini Crossword archive. It is not affiliated with, authorized by, sponsored by, or endorsed by The New York Times. Every puzzle here is our own original 5×5, free to replay with no signup or paywall.
- How far back does the archive go?
- The last 90 days. The archive keeps every daily Mini Crossword from that window, organized by year. Pick any date to replay the grid, open its hint page, or check the answer key. For older puzzles, Unlimited mode draws from our whole library.
- Is the Mini Crossword archive free?
- Yes. Every past puzzle, hint page, and answer key is free — no subscription, no account, and no paywall between you and any grid in the archive.