MetaGer Search

Name: MetaGer Search
Rating: 4.6883 (77 reviews)
Author: SUMA-EV / MetaGer

Privacy has never been so easy. Sets MetaGer as your default search engine and manages search settings for you.

MetaGer Search Add-on

MetaGer is a privacy-focused metasearch engine that prioritizes user anonymity. This Firefox add-on seamlessly sets MetaGer as your default search engine, ensuring that none of your personal information is stored or shared. With its pay-as-you-go model, you can maintain your privacy without subscription hassles.

The extension automatically handles your search settings and applies necessary cryptographic processes to anonymize your web searches. Enjoy a cleaner, ad-free experience while securing your browsing data. Whether you're looking to maintain your privacy or just want a more secure searching experience, MetaGer offers peace of mind with its guaranteed anonymity. Plus, you can tailor your search preferences, which can be saved even after clearing your browser.

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By: SUMA-EV / MetaGer

Daily users: 8,577

-80

Rating: 4.69

(77)

Version: 1.13 (Last updated: 2025-03-12)

Version code: 5903491

Creation date: 2018-02-27

Weekly download count: 61

Firefox on Android: Yes

Risk:

Permissions:

storage
cookies
webRequest
declarativeNetRequestWithHostAccess
alarms

Host permissions:

https://metager.org/*
https://metager.de/*

Size: 1.02M

Email: su*****@metager.org

URLs: Website ,Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Source: Firefox Browser Add-ons

Updated: 18 hours ago

Ranking

# 849

Other rankings

#95 in Search Tools ▼ 1

#188 in Privacy & Security

#41 in beta keyword 33 ▲ 2

#65 in settings keyword 29 ▼ 8

#103 in subscription keyword 41 ▼ 9

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User reviews

Pros

Privat und sicher, keine Speicherung von Suchanfragen
Zugriff auf viele Suchmaschinen und gute Ergebnisse
Gute Quelle für deutsche Inhalte und auch international
Von einem vertrauenswürdigen Verein von Informationswissenschaftlern entwickelt

Cons

Werbung in den ersten Treffern
Unübersichtliche Aufmachung der Ergebnisse
Mangelnde Benutzerfreundlichkeit
Eingestellte Suchaufteilung in Wissenschaftsgebiete

Most mentioned

Privatsphäre und Sicherheit bei der Nutzung
Werbung und unübersichtliche Ergebnisse
Zugang zu vielen Suchmaschinen

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. User reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.

User reviews

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by Terran, 2024-10-19

by Firefox user 18587617, 2024-09-10

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Add-on safety

Risk impact

MetaGer Search requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

MetaGer Search is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension was recently updated in the past month. New updates may not be stable or safe.
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