Shiftsearch

Shiftsearch

The better way of searching the web.

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What is Shiftsearch?

"Shiftsearch" is a user-friendly Chrome extension that enhances your internet browsing experience by allowing you to switch between different search engines conveniently. It promotes speedy and efficient web searches by recommending optimal search engines.

Merlin
Stats
Stats date:
Rating: 2.24 (34)
Version: 2.9 (Last updated: 2023-03-15)
Creation date: 2021-04-08
Manifest version: 3
Overrides search engine: Yes
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
Size: 140.29K
Email: Click to see
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood

Other platforms

Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
Merlin
Summary

Search through the internet like you are used to - but faster!

Use this extension to switch between search engines like Google, Bing, Yahoo!, DuckDuckGo and Ecosia lightning fast and therefore perform searches more quickly when you are used to using multiple different search engines.

This extension sets your search engine to a search engine recommended by us. Speed and ease of use guaranteed! You can use another search engine at any time by clicking on the extension icon.

User reviews
User reviews summary
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Ability to select multiple search engines
Cons
  • Steals user data
  • Sold on the black market
  • Possible keylogger
  • Forces downloads
Most mentioned
  • Data theft
  • Forced download
  • Selling user data on the black market
  • Possible keylogger
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Safety
Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

Shiftsearch is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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