A configurable browser extension that sets SearX as your default search engine.

Latest Version

Version
1.0.1
Update
December 13, 2023
Size
134KiB
Developer
Category
Users
686
Rating
3.4 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Storage
DeclarativeNetRequest
DeclarativeNetRequestFeedback
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SearX Search Provider Extension

This extension is designed for those who value their online privacy and are looking for a quick, unobtrusive way to revamp their browsing habits.

Key features include:

● Privacy by Default: SearX doesn't track your searches.
● Install and Forget: Simply install the extension and SearX becomes your default search engine.
● Options: Effortless switch between SearX instances, setting you free from the need to fork or create a new extension each time.
● Synchronization: Use your browser's sync to match your options across different devices.
● SearXNG compatible: Works seamlessly with SearXNG instances

SearX is an open-source metasearch engine that respects your privacy.
By installing our extension, SearX becomes your default search engine, giving you unbiased results with no user tracking.

Learn more about SearX at https://searxng.org.

The options page included in the extension allows you to seamlessly switch between SearX instances, so you can always
have the best possible search experience.

Made by Alejandro Akbal, https://akbal.dev.

This extension is proudly open source.
https://github.com/AlejandroAkbal/SearX-Search-Provider-Extension
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Source Manifest.json

{
"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx",
"icons":{"16":"icon16.plasmo.6c567d50.png",
"32":"icon32.plasmo.76b92899.png",
"48":"icon48.plasmo.aced7582.png",
"64":"icon64.plasmo.8bb5e6e0.png",
"128":"icon128.plasmo.3c1ed2d2.png"},
"manifest_version":3,
"action":{"default_icon":{"16":"icon16.plasmo.6c567d50.png",
"32":"icon32.plasmo.76b92899.png",
"48":"icon48.plasmo.aced7582.png",
"64":"icon64.plasmo.8bb5e6e0.png",
"128":"icon128.plasmo.3c1ed2d2.png"}},
"version":"1.0.1",
"author":"Alejandro Akbal",
"name":"SearX Search Provider",
"description":"A configurable browser extension that sets SearX as your default search engine.",
"background":{"service_worker":"static/background/index.js"},
"options_ui":{"page":"options.html",
"open_in_tab":true},
"permissions":["storage",
"declarativeNetRequest",
"declarativeNetRequestFeedback"],
"chrome_settings_overrides":{"search_provider":{"name":"SearX",
"keyword":"searxng, searx, @searxng, @searx, @sx",
"search_url":"https://searx.akbal.dev/search?q={searchTerms},
"suggest_url":"https://searx.akbal.dev/autocompleter?q={searchTerms},
"favicon_url":"https://searx.akbal.dev/favicon.ico",
"is_default":true,
"encoding":"UTF-8"}},
"web_accessible_resources":[{"resources":["assets/icon.svg"],
"matches":[]}],
"host_permissions":["http://searx-to-localhost.akbal.dev/*",
"https://searx-to-localhost.akbal.dev/*",
"http://searx.localhost/*",
"https://searx.localhost/*"],
"declarative_net_request":{"rule_resources":[{"id":"ruleset_1",
"enabled":true,
"path":"rules.9c42d8b7.json"}]}}
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How to download and manually install SearX Search Provider extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install SearX Search Provider extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install SearX Search Provider extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install SearX Search Provider extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download SearX Search Provider extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a SearX Search Provider extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the SearX Search Provider Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the SearX Search Provider extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the SearX Search Provider extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for SearX Search Provider extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the SearX Search Provider extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download SearX Search Provider extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install SearX Search Provider extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the SearX Search Provider extension file

Select and download the SearX Search Provider extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the SearX Search Provider extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your SearX Search Provider extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the SearX Search Provider extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install SearX Search Provider extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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