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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything about hosting and playing real-time buzzer trivia on BuzzerBug.

Do players need to download an app?

No. Players join straight from any phone browser — scan the QR code or enter the short room code on the website. Nothing to install, on iOS or Android.

Is BuzzerBug free?

Yes — hosting and playing games, the Daily Drop, and joining rooms are all free. Premium unlocks extras like more AI quiz generations and additional saved rooms.

Do I need to sign in to play?

No. You can play the Daily Drop and join games as a guest with no login. Signing in (Google or email) simply saves your streak, stats, and rooms across devices.

How do I host a game?

Open Create, pick a quiz from the library (or generate your own), choose solo or with friends, and share the room code or link. Players join from their phones and buzz in live.

What is the Daily Drop?

A fresh quiz every day with regional leaderboards and a play streak. It rotates categories through the week and you can play it solo in under two minutes — a quick daily habit.

Can I create my own custom quiz?

Yes. Type any topic and AI generates a full quiz instantly, or build one question-by-question. Custom AI generation requires signing in with Google.

How many players can join one game?

A single room comfortably supports up to 100 simultaneous players — enough for classrooms, pub trivia crowds, and company events — with low-latency buzzing.

Do I need special buzzer hardware?

No hardware at all. Every player's phone is the buzzer, and the host sees the exact buzz order in real time — no shouting or "who was first" disputes.

Can I show the game on a TV?

Yes. BuzzerBug has a TV/spectator mode that displays the question, live leaderboard, timer, and a join QR code on any big screen or cast device.

What is a persistent room?

Claim a memorable room code that's yours to keep. Every game you host there builds a permanent all-time leaderboard and history your crew can return to.

What are leagues?

Leagues let a group compete over a season (monthly), with standings that build across all the games you play together — great for recurring trivia nights and classes.

Who operates BuzzerBug?

BuzzerBug™ is built and maintained by PhiAnsh LLC, focused on fast, reliable, no-download real-time games.

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