# MetaGer Search (Unofficial)

> Unofficial, open-source webextension that adds https://metager.org as a search engine. Please review MetaGer's privacy policy: https://metager.org/datenschutz

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/metager-search](https://chrome-stats.com/d/metager-search)

## Overview

- **ID:** `metager-search`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** nitrohorse
- **Category:** privacy-security,search-tools
- **Daily users:** 70
- **Rating:** 5.00 / 5 (2 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.1.0
- **Last updated:** 2020-04-30
- **First published:** 2020-02-19
- **Size:** 14 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/metager-search/)
- **Website:** [https://gitlab.com/nitrohorse/metager-search](https://gitlab.com/nitrohorse/metager-search)

## Description

MetaGer Search (Unofficial) is an open-source Chrome extension that conveniently integrates the MetaGer search engine into your browser. MetaGer is known for prioritizing user privacy and security, and this extension allows users to access it directly without needing to manually add it via browser settings. Although not necessary to install for adding MetaGer as a search option, this extension simplifies the process, providing an easy-to-use search experience. Users are encouraged to review MetaGer's privacy policy to understand its data handling practices.

This extension is ideal for users seeking alternatives to mainstream search engines with a focus on privacy. Being open-source ensures transparency and trustworthiness in its implementation.

## Rankings

- #13,750 — Overall
- #66 — suno
- #141 — policy

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** Low risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Low risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Can change search providers, which could redirect searches to malicious sites, posing moderate risk.
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/metager-search)