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Tutorials

Step-by-step guides for solving and creating geocaching puzzles. From cipher recognition to multi-stage puzzle design.

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Cipher AnalysisBeginner

How to Recognise Cipher Families

Learn to identify cipher types from visual patterns, frequency analysis, and structural tells.

8 min
Cipher AnalysisIntermediate

How to Decode Obscure Ciphers

Master Pigpen variants, Nihilist cipher, Porta cipher, and other less common encryption methods.

12 min
SteganographyIntermediate

How to Identify Steganography Clues in Text

Spot hidden messages in plain sight using acrostics, null ciphers, whitespace tricks, and more.

10 min
Image AnalysisBeginner

How to Use EXIF Data Clues

Extract coordinates, timestamps, and hidden information from image metadata.

6 min
Audio AnalysisAdvanced

How to Decode Audio Spectrogram Puzzles

Reveal hidden images and text in audio files using spectrogram analysis.

10 min
Pattern RecognitionIntermediate

How to Recognise a Puzzle's Origin from Layout

Identify puzzle types and cipher families from visual structure and formatting patterns.

9 min
CoordinatesIntermediate

How to Solve Coordinate-Based Puzzles

Master coordinate formats, projections, and location-based calculations for geocaching puzzles.

10 min
Number CiphersBeginner

How to Recognize Number-Based Ciphers

Identify and decode A1Z26, ASCII, binary, hexadecimal, and other number-based encoding systems.

8 min
Advanced SolvingAdvanced

How to Approach Multi-Stage Mystery Caches

Strategies for tackling complex multi-stage puzzles that require solving connected challenges.

12 min
Pattern RecognitionIntermediate

How to Use Pattern Recognition for Puzzles

Develop pattern recognition skills to quickly identify cipher types and puzzle structures.

9 min
Cache TypesIntermediate

How to Solve Wherigo Puzzles

Master Wherigo geocaches with strategies for zone-based puzzles, troubleshooting, and cartridge analysis.

12 min
Cache TypesIntermediate

How to Approach Challenge Cache Qualifications

Understand D/T grids, Jasmer, calendar challenges, find counts, and how to use challenge checkers.

15 min
Cipher AnalysisAdvanced

How to Decode Historical and Military Ciphers

Learn about Enigma, ADFGX, Playfair, VIC cipher, and other wartime encryption methods.

15 min
Single ToolBeginner

How to Create a Puzzle Using Caesar Cipher

Design your first geocaching puzzle with the classic ROT cipher. Perfect for beginners.

6 min
Single ToolBeginner

How to Create a Puzzle Using Morse Code

Build puzzles with dots and dashes. Learn creative encoding methods beyond standard Morse.

7 min
Single ToolBeginner

How to Create a Puzzle Using A1Z26

Transform letters to numbers for coordinate-friendly puzzles. Simple yet versatile.

5 min
Single ToolBeginner

How to Create a Puzzle Using Coordinate Formats

Master coordinate encoding, projections, and format conversions for location-based puzzles.

8 min
Single ToolBeginner

How to Create a Puzzle Using Pigpen Cipher

Design visual puzzles with the classic Freemason cipher and its many variants.

7 min
Single ToolIntermediate

How to Create a Puzzle Using Base64

Encode messages in Base64 for tech-themed puzzles. Learn layering techniques.

6 min
Single ToolIntermediate

How to Create a Puzzle Using Vigenère Cipher

Build keyword-based puzzles with clues that lead to the decryption key.

8 min
Single ToolIntermediate

How to Create a Puzzle Using Binary

Encode messages in ones and zeros. Explore visual binary representations.

7 min
Single ToolBeginner

How to Create a Puzzle Using Roman Numerals

Design historical-themed puzzles with Roman numeral encoding and calculations.

5 min
Single ToolIntermediate

How to Create a Puzzle Using Steganography

Hide messages in plain sight using text patterns, images, and creative concealment.

9 min
Multi-ToolIntermediate

How to Create Multi-Layer Cipher Puzzles

Stack multiple cipher layers for challenging puzzles that reward persistence.

10 min
Multi-ToolIntermediate

How to Create Field-Based Puzzles

Combine physical observation with cipher solving for immersive multi-stage caches.

10 min
Multi-ToolIntermediate

How to Create Research-Based Puzzles

Design puzzles that combine online research with cipher solving techniques.

8 min
Multi-ToolAdvanced

How to Create Progressive Multi-Stage Puzzles

Build chained puzzles where each solution reveals the next challenge.

12 min
Single ToolIntermediate

How to Create a Puzzle Using Number Sequences

Design puzzles using Fibonacci, primes, triangular numbers, and mathematical sequences.

9 min
Single ToolIntermediate

How to Create a Puzzle Using Chemical Elements

Design science-themed puzzles using periodic table elements and atomic numbers.

8 min
Single ToolIntermediate

How to Create a Puzzle Using Flag Signals

Create maritime and military themed puzzles using semaphore and nautical flags.

8 min
Single ToolBeginner

How to Create a Puzzle Using Word Patterns

Design wordplay puzzles using word lengths, acrostics, and text pattern extraction.

7 min
Single ToolAdvanced

How to Create a Puzzle Using Audio Encoding

Create unique puzzles using Morse code audio, DTMF tones, and sound-based encoding.

10 min