Don't add custom search engines
Prevent Google Chrome from auto-adding custom search engines
What is Don't add custom search engines?
'Don't add custom search engines' is a Chrome extension that aids in preventing the automatic addition of custom search engines by various websites. It leaves you in control, avoiding the autopilot addition of these search engines. This extension does not connect to any third-party servers, ensuring your browsing history remains private. The source code can be accessed on GitHub. Continuous updates address more websites and fix bugs.
Extension stats
By: Greg Sadetsky
Users: 20,000+ 
Rating: 3.53
(83)
Creation date: 2019-07-22
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
- http://*/*
- https://*/*
Size: 7.70K
Email: *****@gregsadetsky.com
URLs: Privacy policy
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Extension summary
Stop websites from adding custom search engines with this simple extension.
This extension does not connect to any third-party servers.
Its source code is available here: https://github.com/gregsadetsky/chrome-dont-add-custom-search-engines
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Updated July 22nd, 2019
- support for more sites (including DuckDuckGo)
- bug fixes
Updated June 16th, 2018
- support for more sites
- bug fixes
User reviews
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Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate,
spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Efficient management of search engines boosts productivity.
- Works as advertised for some users.
- Helped users avoid unwanted search engine additions.
- Useful keyword feature for quick searches.
- Saves time by preventing search list pollution.
Cons
- Does not work consistently or at all for many users.
- Extension is seen as unnecessary with similar built-in features in Chrome.
- Some users experienced Google hijacking their default search engine.
- The extension hasn't worked for a while for some users.
- Many users are frustrated with the increased number of search engines.
Most mentioned
- Doesn't work at all.
- Helped manage search engines.
- Google hijacking default search engine.
- Efficient and productive.
- Similar features now available in Chrome.
Recent reviews
có thấy tác dụng gì đâu, ai có cách nào khác ko
by 
Phuc Vu, 2024-03-26
Phuc Vu, 2024-03-26nó vẫn thêm binh thuong
by 
Phương Thu, 2024-02-29
Phương Thu, 2024-02-29it does not work at all its a scam
by 
Maia Mitchell (Chijsjcs), 2024-01-30
Maia Mitchell (Chijsjcs), 2024-01-30Extension safety
Risk impact
Don't add custom search engines requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Don't add custom search engines has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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