Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our free chess analysis tool
General Questions
Is this really free?
Yes! Our chess analysis tool is completely free with no hidden costs. Unlike Chess.com Premium which costs $5-14/month, we provide unlimited game analysis at no charge.
Do I need to register to use the tool?
No registration is required for basic analysis. You can start analyzing your chess games immediately. However, creating an account allows you to save your analysis history and access it anytime.
How many games can I analyze?
There are no limits! Unlike Chess.com's restriction of 1 analysis per day for free users, you can analyze unlimited games with our tool.
Chess.com Premium Alternative
How is this different from Chess.com Premium?
Our tool offers several advantages over Chess.com Premium:
- Free: $0 vs $5-14/month for Chess.com Premium
- Unlimited: No daily limits vs 1 analysis/day for Chess.com free users
- Fast: 2-3 minutes vs 24-hour wait between analyses
- No subscription: Use whenever you want without monthly payments
Is the analysis quality the same as Chess.com Premium?
Yes! We use advanced Stockfish engine analysis, providing the same professional-grade chess analysis you'd get from premium tools. You'll receive detailed move-by-move analysis, mistake identification, and improvement suggestions.
Can I save money by switching from Chess.com Premium?
Absolutely! Chess.com Premium costs $60-168 per year. By using our free tool, you save that entire amount while getting the same quality analysis with no restrictions.
Technical Questions
How do I analyze my Chess.com games?
It's simple:
- Go to your Chess.com game
- Copy the game ID from the URL (e.g., 139132563864)
- Paste it into our analyzer
- Get results in 2-3 minutes
How long does analysis take?
Our analysis typically takes 2-3 minutes. This is much faster than Chess.com's 24-hour waiting period for free users.
What chess sites are supported?
Currently, we support Chess.com games. Support for additional platforms like Lichess may be added in the future based on user demand.
Troubleshooting
My analysis is taking longer than usual
Occasionally, analysis may take up to 5 minutes during high traffic periods. If it takes longer, try refreshing the page or submitting the game again.
I'm getting an error message
Common solutions:
- Make sure you're using a valid Chess.com game ID
- Check that the game is public and completed
- Try refreshing the page and submitting again
- Wait a few minutes and retry if the servers are busy
Can I analyze private games?
No, we can only analyze public Chess.com games. Make sure your game privacy settings allow public access before attempting analysis.