SearXNG
A self-hosted metasearch engine that combines results from multiple search services. Use it for topic research and exploring search results.
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What it does
- Results from multiple configurable search engines
- Search filters for language, categories and supported time ranges
- HTTP search API with optional JSON, CSV and RSS output
Requirements
- A server or container environment for your own instance
- Configuration of the search engines you want to query
- Enable output formats in settings before using the search API
Running costs
The software is free to use. Running your own instance requires hosting and maintenance; any search services that need paid API access have separate terms. Public instances are operated independently.
Limitations
- It is a metasearch engine, not a scheduled rank tracker or a keyword-volume database.
- Results and availability depend on the configured upstream services and their limits.
- Many public instances disable API output formats; do not assume automated access is available.
Sources
Documentation and licensing references. This is a documentation review, not a hands-on benchmark.
Frequently asked questions
What is SearXNG?
A metasearch engine that combines results from other search services.
Is SearXNG API free?
The software is free. API access depends on instance settings; hosting costs extra.
Can I self-host SearXNG?
Yes. Run your own instance and choose its search engines and privacy settings.