Qwant - Search engine & tracker blocker

Qwant extension sets qwant.com as your default search engine and blocks trackers for you.

Qwant - Your Secure Search Engine & Tracker Blocker

Qwant - Search engine & tracker blocker is a Firefox add-on that makes qwant.com your default search engine while blocking trackers to enhance your browsing privacy. Enjoy features like AI-driven searches, a loyalty program that rewards you weekly, and assurance that your search history is not stored or sold. With Qwant, you get a secure online experience where you're the user, not the product.

Add-on stats

By: Qwant
Version: 8.1.0 (Last updated: 2024-10-31)
Creation date: 2014-09-17
Weekly download count: 247
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Overrides search engine: Yes
Permissions:
  • declarativeNetRequest
  • webNavigation
  • storage
  • tabs
  • cookies
Host permissions:
  • https://www.qwant.com/
Size: 369.15K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker (v8.1.2)
4.42 (288) 200,000
Not available on Android
Qwant - Search engine and tracker blocker (v8.1.0)
4.40 (88) 133,196
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Add-on summary

🛡️ Qwant protects you so that your browsing is more serene and secure. It blocks trackers, reduces the number of cookies and adverts and sets Qwant as your default search engine so you can enjoy all its benefits :

  • AI for your searches 🤖
  • A loyalty programme to earn 10 euros a week 🤑
  • No storage of your search history and no resale of your personal data 🔐

Install and use the Qwant extension today to enjoy protected browsing and a brand new search experience!

Qwant, the search engine where you're the user, not the product.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Blocks trackers and cookies effectively
  • Offers decent search results for privacy-focused users
  • Works well without major flaws for many users
Cons
  • Blocks Google Tag Manager and some scripts causing functionality issues on certain websites
  • Anti-ad-blocking measures prevent use of the search engine unless ad-blocking is disabled
  • Concerns about potential data selling and privacy issues
Most mentioned
  • Blocking of ad-blockers is problematic
  • Effective tracker and cookie blocking
  • Quality of search results questioned
User reviews
by igorlogius, 2024-12-24

by David, 2024-12-06

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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Qwant - Search engine & tracker blocker requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Qwant - Search engine & tracker blocker has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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