PrivateSearch

PrivateSearch helps maintain your privacy by providing secure search options directly from the address bar.
What is PrivateSearch?
"PrivateSearch" is a Chrome extension designed to enhance your privacy during sensitive searches. It allows users to perform secure searches through various private search engines directly from the address bar using specific commands. For instance, you can type @duck followed by your query for DuckDuckGo’s results or @qwant for Qwant. The default search engine is powered by Yahoo, ensuring a mix of privacy and reliability. Perfect for users who value discretion in their online searches.

Extension stats

Users: 2,000+
Version: 1.11 (Last updated: 2024-07-26)
Creation date: 2024-06-01
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Overrides search engine: Yes
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
Size: 20.08K

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Extension summary

Privacy is crucial for sensitive searches. PrivateSearch helps maintain your privacy by providing secure search options directly from the address bar. You can use commands to search with private search engines.

For example:

  • @duck pregnancy test
  • @qwant insurance policy The default search is powered by Yahoo.

Learn more: https://private.kidsmode.app/

Extension safety

Risk impact

PrivateSearch may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.

Risk likelihood

PrivateSearch may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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