# Crosswords Classic

> Puzzle

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id284036524](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id284036524)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id284036524`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Stand Alone, Inc.
- **Category:** Puzzle
- **Rating:** 3.40 / 5 (73 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.95
- **Last updated:** 2026-02-26
- **First published:** 2019-01-31
- **Size:** 10 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-04
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/crosswords-classic/id284036524)
- **Website:** [http://standalone.com/iphone/crosswords/](http://standalone.com/iphone/crosswords/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://standalone.com/privacy](http://standalone.com/privacy)

## Description

Crosswords Classic brings daily crossword puzzles directly to your Chrome browser. With a single click you can download puzzles from a growing library of sources, view clues, and use hints to help you solve.

Features include a built-in puzzle browser for quick downloads, clue lookups and hints, and the ability to track your recent puzzles and solve times. It’s designed for puzzle lovers who want quick access to a wide variety of crosswords right in Chrome.

## Rankings

- #170,158 — Overall

## Review summary

Crosswords Classic is valued for its vast daily puzzle library, ad-free experience, and strong multi-provider UI. However, users repeatedly cite shrinking puzzle availability, lack of developer support, and recurring bugs (crashes, download/import issues) as major downsides. Overall, it’s a long-standing favorite that’s still praised for its interface and puzzle variety, but struggles with content availability and maintenance.

### Pros

- Huge, daily supply of crosswords from multiple providers with no ads and free access.
- Excellent UI and ease of use with intuitive navigation and configurable puzzle sources/difficulty.
- Longstanding, trusted app with a strong reputation as one of the best iOS crossword apps.
- Supports multiple puzzle sources and easy import (NYT, LATimes, Universal, Dropbox import, etc.).

### Cons

- Puzzle supply shrinking: providers disappearing and fewer new puzzles, with several reviews noting missing or removed content.
- Developers appear unresponsive or have reduced support, with reports of slow or no replies to submissions.
- Bugs and stability issues, including crashes (notably the help button) and update-related problems.
- Download/import issues and syncing problems, such as puzzles failing to download or difficulty importing across devices.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id284036524)