Minute Cryptic

About Minute Cryptic

If you've ever opened a cryptic crossword, stared at the clues, and immediately closed it again - you're not alone. Cryptic crosswords have a reputation for being confusing, opaque, and downright frustrating. That’s exactly what Minute Cryptic is here to change.

One Clue, Once a Day

Instead of overwhelming you with a full crossword grid, Minute Cryptic gives you just one clue per day. That’s it. No timers, no pressure, and no crossword jargon thrown at you all at once.

Every clue comes with:

A hint (if you want it)

A video explanation breaking down the clue

A beginner-friendly guide called How to Solve, written in plain English

The goal? Help you actually understand how cryptic clues work - not just guess your way through them.

Make Cryptics Fun Again

Minute Cryptic was built for people who want to learn, not feel left out. Whether you’re new to word puzzles or just curious about how cryptics work, this is a gentle, welcoming place to start. It's a slow drip of fun, logic, and language - one clue at a time.

A Minute a Day, A Skill for Life

Spend a minute a day with Minute Cryptic, and over time, you’ll start to see the patterns. Wordplay, definitions, anagrams, reversals - they’ll all begin to click. Before you know it, those once-impossible clues will start to feel solvable. And honestly? That feeling is magic.

If you’ve always wanted to get cryptic crosswords, this is your moment. One clue, one day, one small win at a time.