9to4 presents nine photos sourced from Wikimedia Commons and asks a single question each round, for example whether the four correct images are in a named country, above a given altitude, or from before a certain year. The site shows author and license information for images and supplies facts from Wikidata.
Gameplay offers a Daily mode and an Endless mode that provides unlimited new rounds. There are two difficulty settings, Easy and Hard, and optional hints that can be used once per day for free then for points. You can sign in to keep your profile, points and collections across devices, or play anonymously.
How to play 9to4
- Start a round to see nine photos and read the question that defines which four photos are correct.
- Tap a photo to select it as one of the four, or swipe right to pick and swipe left to dismiss a photo.
- Use hints if needed: reveal four names, remove one wrong photo, or ask if any of your picks are wrong; each hint is free once per day and then costs points.
- Submit your picks when you have chosen up to four and see your score and which picks were right or wrong.
Tips for 9to4
- Begin by scanning all nine photos to eliminate clear wrong answers before selecting any picks.
- Use the once-per-day free hints strategically on tough rounds to reveal names or remove a distractor.
- On Hard mode expect higher rewards for a correct full set, so avoid guessing if you are unsure about multiple photos.
- In Endless mode use it for practice to learn photographic cues such as architecture, landscape or signage that reveal countries or eras.
9to4 FAQ
What is 9to4?
9to4 is a daily picture quiz that shows nine photos and asks you to identify the four that match a specific prompt such as a country, elevation or historical cutoff. Each round uses photos from Wikimedia Commons with author and license credits and facts drawn from Wikidata.
Is 9to4 free?
You can play 9to4 without creating an account and use one free hint per day; additional hints cost points. Signing in is optional and preserves your profile and progress across devices, but the page does not list a price for signing in or any subscription fees.
How many guesses do I get in 9to4?
You must pick exactly four photos that you think match the round prompt. The game scores each pick as right or wrong and applies bonuses for selecting all four correctly.
When does the new puzzle come out?
The site labels the main challenge as Daily, so a new primary round is provided each day. If you want more play, Endless mode offers new rounds with no limit so you can keep going beyond the daily puzzle.
Can you play past puzzles?
You can practice past-style rounds in Endless mode, which supplies new rounds without the daily cap. The Daily round itself is presented as the single daily challenge while Endless gives unlimited additional rounds.
Is there a hard mode?
Yes, 9to4 offers Easy and Hard difficulty settings. Playing Hard multiplies the points you earn for a perfect four-out-of-four result.
Does 9to4 work on mobile?
Yes, 9to4 runs in the browser and includes an option to add the site to your home screen, which indicates compatibility with mobile browsers and progressive web app style installation. You can keep playing without an account on any device that runs a supported browser.
What do the hints do and what do the colors or markers mean?
Hints include showing the four names, removing a wrong photo, or indicating if any pick is wrong; each hint is free once per day then consumes points. The interface marks photos as picked, right, wrong or missed so you can see which selections were correct after submitting.
