The most trusted and popular online chess platform is Chess.com. It was founded in 2007 and currently as of 2025, contains over 200 million registered users. The game has played a significant role in popularising chess worldwide. It is available in 80+ languages worldwide. It offers an app version on both iOS and Android.
The general game modes available on Chess.com are:
Chess.com has many learning and chess training tools. Users can access a vast library of interactive lessons which are adapted to different skill levels and can solve tactical puzzles to improve pattern recognition and thinking ability during games. In the Puzzle Rush and Puzzle Battle modes, users can challenge themselves or compete against others in timed puzzle-solving sessions. A powerful game analysis tool is available for after game study, which is powered by Stockfish.
Players can join teams to participate in team matches and discussions. The platform also provides access to chess forums and personal blogs. Most of the top grandmasters and chess players have accounts on Chess.com. Players can study their recently played games and watch live matches.
Chess.com operates on a freemium model. The free membership gives access to live games, basic game analysis(one per day) and limited puzzles (3 per day). It offers 3 types of premium membership:
Additionally, Chess.com has introduced a "Friends and Family" plan, which enables multiple users to share a Diamond membership plan.