# PathFinder: Word Puzzles

> Solve word puzzles by changing one letter at a time. Offline, brainy word game.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/dev.shylax.PathFinder](https://chrome-stats.com/d/dev.shylax.PathFinder)

## Overview

- **ID:** `dev.shylax.PathFinder`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Shylax.Dev
- **Category:** GAME\_WORD
- **Downloads:** 4,057
- **Version:** 1.8.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-31
- **First published:** 2026-02-22
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 95 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=dev.shylax.PathFinder)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://shylaxdev.github.io/PathFinder-privacy/](https://shylaxdev.github.io/PathFinder-privacy/)

## Description

10,000+ Free Puzzles<br><br>PathFinder is a fun and challenging word game where you transform one word into another by changing one letter at a time. Each step must form a valid English word, turning every puzzle into a clever brain challenge of vocabulary, spelling, and logic.<br><br>Inspired by the classic word ladder puzzle, PathFinder tests your ability to think ahead and find the shortest path between two words. If you enjoy word games, brain games, spelling games, and vocabulary puzzles, PathFinder offers a satisfying daily challenge.<br><br>Play quick puzzles during short breaks or spend time solving more difficult word ladders. The game is designed to be simple, fast, and distraction-free so you can focus entirely on solving clever word puzzles.<br><br>Game Features<br><br>• Solve classic word ladder puzzles by changing one letter at a time<br>• Improve vocabulary and spelling while solving word puzzles<br>• Play with 3-letter, 4-letter, and 5-letter word challenges<br>• Daily puzzle mode for a fresh brain challenge every day<br>• Helpful hint system when you get stuck<br>• Achievement progression that tracks puzzle milestones<br>• Clean and simple design focused on pure puzzle solving<br>• No subscriptions — only optional one-time upgrades<br><br>Whether you enjoy word games, vocabulary puzzles, brain teasers, or spelling challenges, PathFinder offers a fresh take on the classic word ladder puzzle.<br><br>Train your brain, improve your vocabulary, and see how quickly you can find the path from the first word to the final word.

## Rankings

- #767,603 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `dev.shylax.PathFinder.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/dev.shylax.PathFinder)