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Words By Post

Words By Post

by Games By Post LLC

176 ratings
226 reviews
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Released
April 5, 2012
Updated
October 28, 2026

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Developer

Games By Post LLC
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Engage in classic word games with friends or strangers. This app matches you with opponents of similar skill levels and tracks your progress with an Elo rating system. Enjoy simultaneous games, in-game chat, and local play options.

✓Skill level tracking
✓Opponent matching
✓Tap words for definitions
✓Head-to-head stats
✓In-game chat
✓Local hand-off games
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What users say about Words By Post

Reviews of Words By Post are mixed: the game is rated 4.1/5 from 176 App Store ratings. What users like most: simple and easy to play, great competitive side. Top complaints: outdated dictionary, inconsistent word acceptance. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🚀Simple and easy to play
  • 👍Great competitive side
  • 👍Reliable and not buggy
  • 👍Straightforward game
  • 👍Addictive and fun
  • 👍Challenging and brain-stimulating

Negative things

  • 🐛Outdated dictionary
  • 🐛Inconsistent word acceptance
  • 🐛Notification issues
  • 🐛Glitches and bugs
  • 🔍Lack of moderation/blocking options
  • 💤Slow game refresh
  • 💤Slow loading of words
  • 💤Frequent long delays between turns
  • 📢Intrusive and loud ads
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What's New in Words By Post

1.7.8

October 28, 2026

• iPad: the board and chat now sit fully beside your games list on the newest iPadOS, and the blank-tile letter picker shows every letter • Larger settings button • Bigger tiles, rack, buttons and scores that fill the width of your iPhone • Updated for the latest iPhones and iPads, with full-screen layouts on every screen size • iPad: your games list and the board now sit side by side in any orientation, and the app adapts when you resize its window • Secure connections to the Words By Post server • Updated ads and privacy support • Many display fixes throughout the app

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User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Leaderboard has disappeared

With the latest update, I can’t see the leaderboard anymore on my Iphone.
SSsmd14

Please change it back!

Not sure why but this game I've been playing for years has done an update in which everything is shrunk - the size of the board and the chat function is almost unreadable it is so tiny. Please change it back! I normally love the game.
NSNorthern Sue

User interface

They have recently changed the interface and it is so small that it is difficult to play and feels weird. They have left so much space empty. I don’t know if that’s for advertising or what but now it looks pathetic
PPlayer101101101101

Fun and challenging game!

I’ve been playing Words By Post for years. It’s fun and interesting to play against opponents from other countries. I’ve learned so many new words. I never get bored with this game!
$$Tracker

Was good

This game is hard for me to play now because of the bright red flashing banner add. It is incredibly distracting and downright rude of the advertiser. I have to shield my eyes by covering it.
PPiggyGee
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Inability to sign in or create account

Bug

Swap tiles function not working

Bug

Games not expiring, leading to inactive games

Bug

Inconsistent letter distribution

Bug
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Requested Features

7 requests

Option to disable chat

Feature

Ability to check word validity before submitting

Feature

Highlight last word played

Feature

Landscape mode support on iPad

Feature

Paid ad-free version

Feature

Improved dictionary and word acceptance

Feature

Faster game refresh and notifications

Feature

FAQ

What kind of game is Words By Post?

Words By Post is a classic word game where you can play against real people. It offers both friendly challenges with friends and ranked matches against random opponents. The app focuses on skill-based matchmaking to ensure fair and engaging gameplay for all users.

How does the skill matchmaking work?

The app tracks your skill level over time using the Elo rating system, similar to chess. It then matches you with opponents who have a comparable skill level. This ensures that you are always playing against a worthy opponent, regardless of your current rank.

Can I play offline?

Yes, you can play local hand-off games offline by passing the phone back and forth with a friend. In this mode, your opponent's tiles remain hidden until they reveal them. This allows for a fun word game experience even without an internet connection.

What are the key features of this word game?

Key features include tracking your skill level, matching you with similarly skilled opponents, the ability to tap words to see their definitions, head-to-head statistics, an in-game chat message board, and move histories for easy review. It also includes a ratings leaderboard and offline local hand-off games.

Is this app free to play?

The application is free to download and play. It is supported by advertisements, which are displayed within the app. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees required to access the core gameplay and features.