FAQ

Answers to the questions people ask before (and after) they start shouting banned words at their phone.
What is WordBan?

WordBan is a party game: you set a list of banned words or phrases, start a challenge, and put your phone down. The moment anyone says a banned word, WordBan catches it instantly — a point, a beep, and a buzz.

Does WordBan record or send my voice anywhere?

No. WordBan requests on-device-only speech recognition from Android's built-in speech services. Audio and transcripts are never recorded, stored, or sent anywhere — they only exist in memory while a challenge is running.

Does WordBan need an internet connection?

No. Setting up banned words, starting a challenge, and listening for them all work fully offline. WordBan has no server and makes no network requests of its own.

What happens to my banned words if I uninstall the app?

Uninstalling the app deletes everything it stored locally — your banned-word list, language, and sound/vibration settings. There's no account and no backup to restore from, since nothing was ever kept anywhere else.

Which languages does WordBan support?

WordBan currently listens in Czech and English — pick either one per challenge from the setup screen. The app's own display language can be changed independently from the menu.

Is WordBan free?

Yes. WordBan is completely free, with no ads, no accounts, and nothing to purchase. Every feature is available from the very first launch.