Kiwix : offline wikipedia reader

Name: Kiwix : offline wikipedia reader
Rating: 4.2593 (27 reviews)
Author: Kiwix

Kiwix is an offline solution that allows you to access educational content like Wikipedia, the Wiktionary, and many others on any computer or smartphone - without the need for a live internet connection. https://kiwix.org

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Kiwix is a powerful Chrome extension that lets you access Wikipedia and other educational content offline, anytime and anywhere. By downloading ZIM archive files, users can browse, search, and read entire Wikipedia articles with images without needing an internet connection. This is especially useful in locations with expensive, slow, limited, or censored internet access. Beyond Wikipedia, Kiwix supports content in the OpenZIM format, including Wiktionary and StackExchange archives, providing a vast library of knowledge on your device.

Designed for computers and smartphones, Kiwix offers an intuitive offline reading experience of one of the world's largest knowledge bases. It enables uninterrupted learning, research, and information access regardless of connectivity, making education more accessible worldwide.

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By:: Kiwix
Daily users:: 1,203 -14
Rating:: 4.26

(27)
Version:: 4.2.0 Last updated: 2025-06-16
Version code:: 5970073
Creation date:: 2017-04-08
Risk:: Very low risk impact Moderate risk likelihood
Size:: 2.88MB
Email:: co*****@kiwix.org
URLs:: Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:: See detailed description
Source:: Firefox Browser Add-ons
Data ingested on:: 2025-07-17

Ranking

# 2,767 ▼ 6

Other rankings

#159 in Feeds, News & Blogging ▲ 1

#336 in Search Tools ▼ 1

#4 in offline keyword 15

#6 in works offline keyword 31

#14 in wikipedia keyword 21

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Other platforms

Kiwix JS Browser Extension (v4.2.0)

10,000 4.67

(12)

Kiwix (v3.13.0)

2,008,051 4.49

(38,170)

Kiwix JS Browser Extension (v4.2.0)

3,009 4.90

(10)

User reviews

Kiwix Firefox add-on enables offline access to Wikipedia content, appreciated by users needing internet-free or privacy-conscious solutions, especially on portable or offline devices. However, users criticize the forced .zim format, large cumbersome user interface consuming valuable screen space, and lack of options to open multiple files or export in other formats. While it smoothly supports cross-platform usage, some find it less flexible and user-friendly compared to native desktop Kiwix applications.

Pros

Allows offline access to Wikipedia and Wiktionary content, which is especially useful for users without reliable internet.
Functions correctly as an extension on Firefox and is cross-platform.
Useful for accessing free licensed content and for people who cannot afford internet connection or want privacy from monitoring.
Works on portable and offline setups, including portableapps and offline computers.
Perceived as a valuable tool for traveling or usage on multiple platforms including Linux and Windows.

Cons

Imposes use of .zim format only, lacking user options for other formats like .pdf or .epub.
Interface wastes too much screen space with large banners and search boxes, reducing article display area, and it can't be customized.
Limited to single ZIM file open; lacks ability to open multiple ZIM files simultaneously like desktop versions.
Some users report it simply does not work for them without detailed specifics.
No option to select or download specific articles, reducing flexibility compared to other offline Wikipedia methods.

Recent reviews

by 敬念*****, 2025-03-27

by Fi*****, 2025-02-12

by 远离*****, 2025-02-12

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Extension safety

Risk impact

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Kiwix : offline wikipedia reader does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk impact analysis details

Low This permission has no access or impact on the user's system or data, thus carrying no risk.

Risk likelihood

Risk likelihood measures the probability that a Firefox add-on may turn malicious. This is determined by the publisher and the Firefox add-on reputation on Firefox Browser Add-ons, the amount of time the Firefox add-on has been around, and other signals about the Firefox add-on. Our algorithms are not perfect, and are subject to change as we discover new ways to detect malicious extensions. We recommend that you always exercise caution when installing a Firefox add-on.

Kiwix : offline wikipedia reader is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension was recently updated in the past month. New updates may not be stable or safe.
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