Terms of use

Effective date: August 8, 2026. Cipher Hatch is offered as a free browser game for personal entertainment and casual learning. By using it, you agree to use the site lawfully and not attempt to disrupt, overload, reverse-proxy, or misuse the service.

Game availability

The game is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. Rounds, word selection, scores, and availability may change as the original game is improved. We do not promise uninterrupted access, a particular result, or suitability for a specific educational or professional purpose.

Original materials

The Cipher Hatch name, interface, writing, curated word selection, illustrations, and implementation are original project materials unless otherwise stated. Ordinary English words and general deduction concepts remain available facts and ideas. You may link to the public game, but you may not misrepresent a copied build as the official site.

Feedback

Send bugs or accessibility concerns through the public GitHub profile. Feedback may be used to improve the game. Do not submit confidential information, unlawful content, or material you do not have permission to share.