Lichess

Lichess

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Lichess: Pure, Open-Source Chess Without Limits

Master the game with professional-grade analysis, unlimited puzzles, and global tournaments. No ads, no tracking, and 100% free—powered by the community for the intellectual purist.

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Publisher

LICHESS.ORG

Category

Games

Downloads

162K+

User Rating

4.5/5

Total Ratings

300

Locales

1

Pure Chess, Visualized

Discover the interface used by 162K+ users.

The home screen of the Lichess mobile app showing chess player ratings and active games.

The home screen of the Lichess mobile app showing chess player ratings and active games.

Interface of the Lichess mobile app showing the Puzzles section with chess tactics training options.

Interface of the Lichess mobile app showing the Puzzles section with chess tactics training options.

The Watch tab of the Lichess mobile app showing live chess broadcasts and Lichess TV game categories

The Watch tab of the Lichess mobile app showing live chess broadcasts and Lichess TV game categories

Lichess mobile app interface showing multiple live chess games from a tournament

Lichess mobile app interface showing multiple live chess games from a tournament

Lichess app learning interface showing coordinate training and a list of chess studies and tutorials

Lichess app learning interface showing coordinate training and a list of chess studies and tutorials

Lichess mobile app opening explorer screen showing chess moves statistics for King's Indian Attack

Lichess mobile app opening explorer screen showing chess moves statistics for King's Indian Attack

Lichess mobile app analysis board showing a chess game evaluation graph and move suggestions

Lichess mobile app analysis board showing a chess game evaluation graph and move suggestions

Lichess mobile app analysis screen showing a chess game with Stockfish engine evaluation and move suggestions.

Lichess mobile app analysis screen showing a chess game with Stockfish engine evaluation and move suggestions.

Built for the Pure Chess Experience

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 162K+ users.

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Pro-Grade Analysis

Review your games with the latest Stockfish engine and collaborative study tools to uncover every tactical nuance without a subscription.

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Unlimited Tactics

Sharpen your vision with over a million themed puzzles and high-speed modes like Puzzle Storm—always available, even offline.

Zero Distractions

Experience a lightning-fast, minimalist interface focused on performance, privacy, and the integrity of the game for serious players.

About the app

Everything you need to know about Lichess.

Description

Lichess is a free/libre, open-source chess application powered by volunteers and donations. Today, Lichess users play more than five million games every day. Lichess is one of the most popular chess websites in the world while remaining 100% free. The following features are available right now: - play real time or correspondence chess - play arena tournaments - play against online bots - solve chess puzzles from a wide variety of themes, online or offline - race against the clock in Puzzle Storm - analyse your games with latest Stockfish locally or on the server - board editor - study chess with a collaborative and interactive study feature - learn board coordinates - play over the board with a friend - watch live chess broadcasts from all major chess tournaments - watch Lichess TV and online streamers - use a chess clock for your over the board games - many different board themes and piece sets - custom background themes - translated into 55 languages

Latest Version

0.18.3

Size

118.8 MB

First Released

May 15, 2025

Master the Game Without the Paywall

Join 5 million daily players on the world's most powerful open-source chess platform. 100% free, forever—no ads, no trackers, and no subscriptions. Just pure chess.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Lichess

Is Lichess a free chess application?

Yes, Lichess is a completely free and open-source chess application. It operates without any cost to users, supported by volunteers and donations.

What game modes are available in the Lichess app?

The Lichess app offers real-time chess, correspondence chess, and arena tournaments. Users can also play against online bots and solve a variety of chess puzzles.

Does Lichess provide tools for game analysis?

Yes, Lichess provides game analysis tools. Users can analyze their games using the latest Stockfish engine either locally or on the server within the application.

Can I watch live chess events on Lichess?

Yes, Lichess allows users to watch live chess broadcasts from all major chess tournaments. It also features Lichess TV and online streamers directly within the app.

Does Lichess include educational features?

Yes, Lichess includes educational features like collaborative and interactive studies, and coordinate training. It also offers a board editor to set up specific positions for learning.

Are there different puzzle types in Lichess?

Yes, Lichess offers various puzzle types including thematic puzzles, Puzzle Streak for progressive difficulty, and Puzzle Storm, a timed challenge. It also features a daily puzzle.

Can I customize the appearance of the Lichess board?

Yes, Lichess offers customization options for its appearance. Users can select from many different board themes, piece sets, and custom background themes.

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