WordVault is a free word game where every submission is a small piece of history.
Type any English word and find out how many people have submitted it before you
or discover that you were the very first.
How It Works
WordVault is built around a simple but addictive idea: every English word can only have one true first discoverer. When you submit a word, our database checks whether it has ever been submitted before. If it has not, you claim it and a trophy is permanently added to your Trophy Room.
The game validates every submission against a real English dictionary, so made-up words and typos do not count. Only genuine English words can be claimed.
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Type any English word into the search box on the main page.
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WordVault checks the dictionary to make sure it is a real word, then searches the database.
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You see the result: how many people submitted this word before you or a trophy if you were first.
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First discoveries earn a 🏆 trophy that lives permanently in your Trophy Room.
Trophy Room
Every word you discover first is stored in your personal Trophy Room. Create a free account to make sure your trophies are saved permanently across all your devices. Guests can still play and collect trophies, but they are stored locally in your browser so if you clear your browser data, they will be lost.
Your trophies are yours forever. No matter how many other people later submit the same word, your first-discovery trophy remains in your collection.
Daily Challenge
Every day, WordVault selects a mystery word from all the words ever submitted on the platform. Your job is to guess what it is. You are given the first letter, the word length, and for longer words, the last letter as well.
Solve the daily challenge and earn a special ⭐ daily trophy that shows in your Trophy Room alongside your regular discoveries. A new challenge is available every day, so there is always something to come back for.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is WordVault free to play?
Yes, WordVault is completely free. No subscription, no payment, no catch. Create a free account to save your trophies, or play as a guest right away.
Do I need an account to play?
No. You can play as a guest without signing up. However, guest trophies are stored in your browser and can be lost if you clear your browser data or switch devices. Creating a free account saves everything permanently in the cloud.
What counts as a valid word?
Any word found in the English dictionary. WordVault checks every submission against a live dictionary API, so slang, made-up words, and misspellings will be rejected. Only letters are accepted, that means no numbers, spaces, or special characters.
What happens if someone submits the same word as me?
If you were first, your trophy stays yours no matter what. Later submissions of the same word simply increase that word's count. First discovery is permanent.
How is the daily challenge word chosen?
The daily word is automatically selected each day from all words that have been submitted on WordVault. Shorter words are prioritised to keep the challenge fair and fun. Each word is only used once, so the pool of possible daily words grows every day as players discover new words.
Can I see what words have already been claimed?
You can check the Stats page to see the top 10 most submitted words and the latest first discoveries. The only way to find out if a specific word has been claimed is to submit it yourself.
Is my data safe?
WordVault stores only your chosen username and a securely hashed version of your password. We do not collect email addresses or any personal information. Your trophy data is stored securely in our database.