What is crossword.by?

A free, ad-free platform for crosswords and Sudoku in multiple languages like English, German, French, Spanish, and Russian — loads instantly, no sign-up needed.

How does crossword.by handle multiple languages?

Modular dictionaries and metadata per language ensure clues, words, and validation fit each one's quirks, from letter frequencies to cultural hints.

Is crossword.by mobile-friendly?

Yes — optimized SVG grids and minimal JS make it buttery smooth on phones, tablets, anything.

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crossword.by: One Dev Ditches Ad Hell for Blazing-Fast, Ad-Free Puzzles in 7 Languages

Picture this: a puzzle site that loads faster than you can say 'Sudoku.' One indie dev just built crossword.by to escape the ad-infested wasteland of most crossword platforms.

theAIcatchup Apr 07, 2026 3 min read

Clean crossword grid on crossword.by with multilingual clues and minimal UI

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Indie dev builds ad-free crossword.by with instant loads and 7+ languages, ditching bloated puzzle sites. 𝕏
Sudoku generator uses hybrid algorithms for logical, frustration-free puzzles. 𝕏
Proof that minimalism beats frameworks: focus on user flow wins over hype. 𝕏

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