Qwant extension sets qwant.com as your default search engine and blocks trackers for you.

Latest Version

Version
8.1.2
Update
October 28, 2024
Size
1.54MiB
Developer
qwant.com
Category
Users
300,000+
Rating
4.41667 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
Français
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Permissions
DeclarativeNetRequest
WebNavigation
Storage
Tabs
Cookies
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Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker Extension

đŸ›Ąïž Qwant protects you so that your browsing is more serene and secure. It blocks trackers, reduces the number of cookies and adverts and sets Qwant as your default search engine so you can enjoy all its benefits :

- AI for your searches đŸ€–
- A loyalty programme to earn 10 euros a week đŸ€‘
- No storage of your search history and no resale of your personal data 🔐

Install and use the Qwant extension today to enjoy protected browsing and a brand new search experience!

Qwant, the search engine where you're the user, not the product.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "__MSG_name__", "short_name": "__MSG_short_name__", "description": "__MSG_description__", "default_locale": "en", "version": "8.1.2", "manifest_version": 3, "permissions": [ "declarativeNetRequest", "webNavigation", "storage", "tabs", "cookies" ], "host_permissions": [], "icons": { "16": "icon-16.png", "19": "icon-19.png", "38": "icon-38.png", "128": "icon-128.png" }, "action": { "default_icon": "icon.png", "default_popup": "index.html" }, "background": { "service_worker": "service_worker.js" }, "declarative_net_request": { "rule_resources": [ { "id": "adblock_warning_removal", "enabled": true, "path": "rules/adblock_warning_removal.json" }, { "id": "fanboy_annoyance", "enabled": true, "path": "rules/fanboy_annoyance.json" }, { "id": "adguard_dns_filters", "enabled": true, "path": "rules/adguard_dns_filters.json" }, { "id": "easy_privacy", "enabled": true, "path": "rules/easy_privacy.json" }, { "id": "filter_unblocking_search_ads_and_self_promotion", "enabled": true, "path": "rules/filter_unblocking_search_ads_and_self_promotion.json" }, { "id": "online_malicious_url_blocklist", "enabled": true, "path": "rules/online_malicious_url_blocklist.json" }, { "id": "qwant_whitelist", "enabled": true, "path": "rules/qwant_whitelist.json" } ] }, "chrome_settings_overrides": { "search_provider": { "name": "Qwant", "search_url": "https://www.qwant.com/?q={searchTerms}&client=ext-chrome-sb", "keyword": "qwant.com", "favicon_url": "https://www.qwant.com/public/favicon.066f5ee2ab77b590bb5846c32c57cb84.ico", "suggest_url": "https://api.qwant.com/api/suggest/?q={searchTerms}&client=opensearch", "encoding": "UTF-8", "is_default": true } }}
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How to download and manually install Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker 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 Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker 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 Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker 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 Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker 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 Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker 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 Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker extension file

Select and download the Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker 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 Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker 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 Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker 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 Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker 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 Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Bill Lyb (ID: 000000725e0d413e) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/25/2023 Works beautifully very effective, but qwant needs to address its browser and add qwant lite. Vipravacy is the best extension I've ever enjoyed, I love it in qwant browser & chrome extension I use it in Yandex alpha. Brilliant

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Toren (ID: 000000912777191a) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 03/04/2023 Qwant fait super bien le boulot concernant les traqueurs et les rĂ©sultats de recherches sont bien meilleurs qu'avant et s'amĂ©liorent avec le temps. Depuis que je connais Qwant j'ai toujours pensĂ© que c'Ă©tait un bloqueur de traqueurs qui manquait et l'entreprise semble en plein dĂ©veloppement alors je ne peux que recommander.

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James Rodgers (ID: 0000006fb75601d1) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 11/23/2022 It doesn't work, but that is Google's fault. Seems Chrome no longer allows the creation of "Other Search Engines", only site searches. Only items in the "Search Engines" list can be selected as the default, so Qwant can no longer be set as default. This is anti-trust activity by Google. Only allowed to search inside the corporate fact-censorship bubbles.

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RelaxDMJ (ID: 0000003ad7feb7da) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 11/15/2022 Extension simple et efficace: marche trĂšs bien jusqu'Ă  prĂ©sent. En une extension vous avez "ublock Origin" et "I don't care about coockies" rĂ©unies!

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Gege Baz (ID: 000000a4ed5708d7) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 08/23/2022 je rĂ©side en Espagne et y utilise mon pc- pourquoi les actualitĂ©s de Qwant sont espagnoles et je dois Ă  chaque fois changer pour les actus françaises !! Alors que la page de prĂ©sentation est en français !