What is Lichess?
Lichess is a free, ad-free, open-source chess website for playing games, solving puzzles, studying positions, and joining chess communities.
What stands out
Start a quick game, challenge the computer or another player, practice with puzzles, or analyze a position on the board. Accounts add ratings, saved history, studies, tournaments, teams, and preferences, while casual play is available without signing up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions about Lichess
Do I need an account to play chess on Lichess?
No. Visitors can start casual games and use several tools without an account, while an account saves ratings, history, and preferences.
Is Lichess free and supported by advertising?
Lichess is free and ad-free. The service is open source and is supported through donations rather than display advertising.
Can I practice chess tactics on Lichess?
Yes. Lichess includes puzzles, practice material, analysis tools, studies, and computer opponents for different kinds of training.