How far back does the Strands hints archive go? +
Our NYT Strands hints archive covers every puzzle from our launch date onward, organized newest first. Each entry links to a full hint page with three-level Theme hints, Spangram hints, difficulty analysis, and complete answers.
Can I look up a past puzzle by date? +
Yes. Use the date picker above to jump directly to any puzzle date. You can also scroll the list — each row shows the date and puzzle number so you can match it to your game history.
What does each archive entry include? +
Every archived puzzle page includes the full three-level Strands hints for both the Theme and the Spangram, the official clue, common false leads, a difficulty rating, and the complete answer set with post-solve commentary.
Why does my puzzle number not match the date shown? +
NYT Strands unlocks at midnight in your local time zone, but we date hints by US Eastern Time. If your game shows a puzzle number that appears under a different date here, use the puzzle number to find the right page — it is the most reliable match.
Are these official NYT Strands hints? +
No. These are independently written, spoiler-free Strands hints and analyses. We are not affiliated with The New York Times.
