Does SearXNG keep its own search index?
No. It is a metasearch engine, so it forwards your query to other search services and merges the results.
SearXNG: Private Metasearch Engine
SearXNG describes itself as a metasearch engine that does not track or profile its users. Its docs say it sends no cookies to the search services it queries and uses a random browser profile for each request. The project publishes container images on Docker Hub and GitHub Container Registry.
SearXNG requirements
The key facts for SearXNG.
| Requirement | SearXNG |
|---|---|
| Architecture | x86 + ARM |
| Price | Free |
| Containers | 1 (app only) |
| Runtime | Python |
| Install options | Docker only |
Common questions
How do I make SearXNG my browser's default search?
Add your instance address as a custom search engine in the browser settings, then set it as the default.
Do I need to expose SearXNG to the internet?
No. A private instance can serve a group of friends, or a company reached through a VPN, or run on a single machine. The project's docs say that on…