Terms of Service

Last updated: June 3, 2026

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of SmartUnscramble (the "Site"), including all word tools, content, and features made available at smartunscramble.com. By using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using SmartUnscramble, you confirm that you are at least 13 years of age, that you have read and understood these Terms, and that you agree to be bound by them and by our Privacy Policy. If you are using the Site on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

2. Use of the Site

SmartUnscramble grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You may use the word tools to assist with word games, educational activities, puzzle solving, and vocabulary learning.

You may not:

  • Copy, reproduce, or redistribute the Site's word database, content, or tools for commercial purposes without our written permission
  • Use automated scripts, bots, scrapers, or crawlers to access or query our word API at high volume
  • Attempt to reverse-engineer, decompile, or extract our word database
  • Resell, sublicense, or create derivative products from our tools or data
  • Use the Site in any way that violates applicable local, state, national, or international laws

3. Intellectual Property

All content on SmartUnscramble — including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, tool interfaces, code, and the selection and arrangement of word data — is owned by or licensed to SmartUnscramble and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

The word lists and dictionary data used by SmartUnscramble are derived from publicly available lexicographic sources including standard Scrabble dictionaries (TWL and SOWPODS). The underlying software, design, and editorial content are proprietary to SmartUnscramble.

4. User Conduct

You agree to use SmartUnscramble in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and in good faith. You agree not to:

  • Interfere with or disrupt the integrity, performance, or availability of the Site or its servers
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site, its servers, or related systems
  • Transmit any malicious code, viruses, or harmful content to or through the Site
  • Use the Site to harass, harm, or exploit other individuals
  • Impersonate SmartUnscramble or misrepresent your affiliation with the Site

5. Third-Party Links and Services

The Site may contain links to third-party websites and services. These links are provided for your convenience only. SmartUnscramble does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or availability of any third-party site. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

6. Advertising

SmartUnscramble is a free service supported by advertising. We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on the Site. Ads may be targeted based on your browsing behavior using cookies. By using the Site, you acknowledge and accept the display of advertisements as part of the free service.

We are not responsible for the content or accuracy of advertisements displayed on the Site. Advertisement content is controlled by Google AdSense and is not an endorsement by SmartUnscramble. For information on opting out of personalized ads, see our Privacy Policy.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

SmartUnscramble is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components. We do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose of any content or tool result.

Word results are provided for informational and game-assistance purposes. We make no guarantee that words shown are valid in any specific word game, dictionary, or competition ruleset, as word list standards can vary by game edition, region, and rule set.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, SmartUnscramble, its owners, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Site, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

In no event shall SmartUnscramble's total liability to you for all claims arising out of or relating to your use of the Site exceed $100 USD.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SmartUnscramble and its operators from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another party.

10. Privacy

Your use of SmartUnscramble is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Site, you consent to the data practices described in our Privacy Policy, including the use of cookies and third-party analytics and advertising services.

11. Termination

SmartUnscramble reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including if we believe you have violated these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Site ceases immediately.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved exclusively in the appropriate courts of the United States.

13. Changes to Terms

SmartUnscramble reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: