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ChessKid
By Chess.com, LLC. Visit ChessKid
Desk research from the maker's own pages. Not yet tried by us. Checked 2026-10-24.
Chess.com's site and apps for kids. Children play against other kids worldwide or computer bots, watch 150+ video lessons and solve puzzles. Usernames are auto-generated, there is no free chat (only preset messages like 'Good game'), and parents get activity reports. Free accounts have limits; a Gold membership unlocks unlimited lessons, puzzles and extra bots. Schools and coaches can run classes and tournaments.
Our take: The safest way for kids to play chess online; budget for Gold if your child gets serious.
| Ages it suits | about 4-14 |
|---|---|
| What its terms say about age | Minors need a parent or guardian to read and consent to the terms. Kids pick an auto-generated username; a parent's email is optional for free accounts, and buying Gold with a card serves as verified parental consent. (terms) |
| Price | Free, with paid extras. Free basic play; Gold $14 a month, $29 for 3 months or $59 a year (Oct 2026). |
| Works on | Web, iPhone and iPad, Android |
| Account | The child's own account |
| Ads | None |
| In-app purchases | Yes |
| The AI in it | No generative AI; computer chess bots play at set levels. |
What's good
- Kid-only play with no free chat
- Auto-generated usernames protect identity
- Strong lessons and puzzles
- Parent activity reports
Watch for
- Free tier is limited; Gold pushes are frequent
- Playing strangers online (canned messages only)
- Gold 'bots with chat' are a paid perk
Data and privacy
ChessKid says it does not sell personal information or use it for advertising, and kid accounts can message only their parent. It uses analytics cookies; student accounts are created with school consent. Read the privacy policy.
Does it work?
The maker's own claims only; we found no independent study of ChessKid itself.
In the Big Index
- On the list Top 50 free game sites for kids (2026)
- On the list 18 best logic and puzzle games and apps for kids
- On the list Top 50 free learning sites for kids (2026)
- ChessKid
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Where these facts come from
- https://www.chesskid.com/
- https://www.chesskid.com/membership
- https://www.chesskid.com/legal
- https://apps.apple.com/us/app/chess-for-kids-learn-to-play/id629375826
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