Frequently Asked Questions

Starting is super easy! Go to the welcome screen and click either "Create Session" or "Join Session". If creating, you'll get a 4-digit code to share with a friend. If joining, enter the code your friend gives you. Both players enter their names, and the game starts automatically when you're both connected!

Nope! Drawly uses anonymous authentication, so no account creation is required. Just enter a player name and you're ready to play. We value your privacy and keep things simple—no passwords, no personal information needed.

Yes! Drawly is completely free to play. We display ads to support the service, but there are no premium subscriptions, in-app purchases, or hidden fees. Everyone gets the full game experience at no cost.

Drawly is designed for exactly 2 players per game. It's a one-on-one drawing and guessing battle! Each session supports one pair of players who take turns drawing and guessing over 6 rounds.

A complete game consists of 6 rounds, with each round lasting up to 60 seconds. If you include time between rounds, a typical game takes about 6-8 minutes from start to finish. Perfect for a quick gaming break!

Scoring is simple: you earn 1 point for each correct guess. There's no point deduction for wrong guesses or slow responses. After 6 rounds, the player with the most points wins. If you both have the same score, it's a tie!

You have access to: 6 colors (black, red, blue, green, yellow, purple), 3 brush sizes (small, medium, large), an eraser to fix mistakes, and a clear canvas button to start over completely. That's everything you need to create amazing drawings!

No, the word is randomly assigned from our curated word list. This keeps the game fair and prevents cheating. The random selection ensures every game is unique and challenging!

If the 60-second timer runs out before you guess correctly, the round ends with no points awarded. The correct word will be revealed, and you'll move on to the next round. Don't worry—you'll get another chance!

Yes! The chat box is used both for submitting guesses and friendly communication. When guessing, just type your answer and hit Enter. You can also send messages between rounds. Keep it friendly and appropriate!

Drawly works on any modern device with a web browser! This includes desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. We recommend: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. Both desktop and mobile devices are fully supported.

No downloads required! Drawly is a web-based game that runs entirely in your browser. Just visit drawly.app and start playing instantly. No apps to install, no software to download.

This usually indicates a connection issue. Try refreshing your browser. Make sure you have a stable internet connection. If the problem persists, check your browser's console for errors or try a different browser. Drawly requires a real-time connection to work properly.

Try these solutions: 1) Close other browser tabs to free up memory. 2) Check your internet connection speed. 3) Refresh the page. 4) Clear your browser cache. 5) Try a different browser. Drawly works best with a stable, high-speed internet connection.

Absolutely! Drawly is fully optimized for mobile devices. You can draw using touch input on your phone or tablet. The interface adapts to smaller screens for the best mobile gaming experience.

We collect minimal data: your chosen player name, drawings/guesses during active gameplay, and anonymous technical data (browser type, session duration). We DO NOT collect personal information like email, phone numbers, or real names. All game data is automatically deleted after your session ends. See our Privacy Policy for full details.

Yes! We use Firebase's secure infrastructure with HTTPS encryption for all data transmission. Firestore security rules prevent unauthorized access to game sessions. Your drawings and chats are only visible to your current opponent and are automatically deleted within 1 hour.

Drawly is designed for general audiences and uses a family-friendly word list. However, since players can draw anything and chat freely, parental supervision is recommended for children under 13. We encourage all players to report inappropriate behavior by contacting us at dnlgby@gmail.com.

If you encounter inappropriate drawings, chat messages, or player behavior, please email us at dnlgby@gmail.com with details. Include the session code if possible. We take reports seriously and will investigate promptly.

If your opponent disconnects or leaves the game, you'll see a notification. The game session will remain active for a short time in case they return. If they don't reconnect, you can exit to the menu and start a new game with someone else.

Session codes expire after 1 hour or when the game ends. Make sure: 1) You're entering the correct 4-digit code. 2) The session was created recently. 3) The session isn't already full (2 players max). 4) Try refreshing and creating a new session if the code is old.

Try these fixes: 1) Make sure it's your turn to draw (check if you can see your word). 2) Refresh the page. 3) Check if JavaScript is enabled in your browser. 4) Try a different browser. 5) On mobile, ensure touch input is working properly.

We appreciate bug reports! Please email us at dnlgby@gmail.com with: 1) A description of the bug. 2) Steps to reproduce it. 3) Your browser and device type. 4) Any error messages you saw. We'll investigate and fix it as soon as possible!

Currently, Drawly only supports 1v1 gameplay (two players per session). However, you can play multiple games back-to-back using the rematch feature, or create new sessions to play with different friends. Multiplayer modes may come in future updates!

Yes! We're constantly working on improvements. Planned features include: custom word lists, team modes, leaderboards, more drawing tools, and enhanced social features. Follow our updates and share your feature requests at dnlgby@gmail.com!

The best ways to support Drawly: 1) Share it with friends and family. 2) Provide feedback and suggestions. 3) Report bugs when you find them. 4) The ads displayed help keep Drawly free for everyone. Your engagement and word-of-mouth support means everything to us!

Drawly is created and maintained by an independent developer based in Jerusalem, Israel. It started as a passion project to bring the joy of drawing games to the web. Learn more on our About page!