Create & share a board in seconds. Hosts sign up to customize and manage.
Set up your game in seconds.
Players join with the game link or QR code.
The app automatically tracks winners so you can focus on enjoying the game.
100 squares available
Playing as: You. Choose your squares!
Built on three core principles: Easy, Fun, and Fast
Automatic winner detection
Zero manual work — winners calculated automatically.
Mobile-optimized for parties
Perfect for in-person events — works great on phones and tablets.
Password protection
Keep your game private with optional password protection.
Payment options of your choice
Use Venmo, Cash App, PayPal, or Zelle with one-click links—hosts and players pay their way.
Fun animations & notifications
Make game day more exciting with animations for kickoff, scoring changes, and winners.
Supports reversal scoring
Add more excitement with optional reverse score winners — double the fun.
Real-time updates
See players pick squares and winners appear automatically as quarters end — all in real-time.
Set up in under 60 seconds
Get your board live and shared in under a minute — no waiting around.
Real-time NFL score integration
Instant score updates — no manual refreshing or checking scores.
Multiple sharing options
Share via QR code or direct link — whatever works best.
| Our App | PDFs/Sheets | Other Sites | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic winner detection | Sometimes | ||
| Real-time score updates | No/Manual | Sometimes | |
| Mobile-optimized | Yes/Limited | Varies | |
| Setup time | <60 seconds | 10-15+ minutes | 5-10 minutes |
| Sharing options | QR Code + Link | Manual/Link | Link only |
| Password protection | No | Sometimes | |
| Fun animations & notifications | Rarely | ||
| Flexible payment options | |||
| Reversal scoring support | Manual | Sometimes | |
| Board creation limits | Unlimited for the season | Per board | Per board |
| Cost | Super Bowl Pass - $19 | Free | Free to $25/board |
Real feedback from people running Play Squares boards.
“After years of using pen and paper, this was such a welcome upgrade. It was easy to set up and share for our Super Bowl party.”
“As a host, this saves so much time and eliminates manual errors. The interface is easy for players, and I'll use this for every event I host.”
“Even my older uncle had no issues picking squares. I felt confident sharing it with everyone, and it was completely worth the price.”
Super Bowl Pass - $19
One payment unlocks unlimited boards for the Super Bowl
Players join free with the game link
30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee: Love it or get your money back. We want you to be happy — if you are unsatisfied for any reason, just let us know and we'll refund your purchase. No hassle.
Hosts only need an email and password to create an account. Players only need the game link and password (if specified) to join.
All you need to do is pick your NFL game to create a board. You can customize the board later with numbers, prize table, payment options, game rules, and more!
Players open your game link, click an available square to claim it, then enter their email and name. They receive a one-time code by email to verify — enter the code and their square is saved. Players can join and pick squares up until the host generates numbers. Once numbers are set, only the host can make changes.
No. We do not process payouts or handle prize funds. Every game is different, and we let hosts decide the rules they want to play with. We provide tools to make the process easier—like one-click links—so you can manage your game smoothly.
Absolutely! This is a secure platform designed for organizing squares games with friends and fundraisers. We use industry-standard security practices to protect your data, and all payments are processed securely through Stripe, a trusted payment processor used by millions of businesses worldwide. Your privacy and security are our top priorities. Review our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy for complete details.
No. We provide a digital tool for organizing games for friends and fundraisers. We don't handle money, betting, or prizes—this is purely a digital tool for making the process fun and easy. Review the Terms of Service to see more details.