Qwant Private Search: Reclaim Your Privacy and Browse Without Being Followed

Stop being a product for Big Tech. Experience a fast, secure browser with built-in ad blocking and the 'Zap' button to wipe your digital footprint in a single click.

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Qwant

Privacy Visualized

Discover the interface used by 1M+ users.

Smartphone screen showing the Qwant private search engine homepage with its privacy-focused slogan.

Qwant app screen highlighting private and safe searching with confidence

A screenshot of the Qwant Private Search app interface emphasizing privacy and no data collection with a lock icon overlay.

Qwant Private Search app interface highlighting the Zap button to erase browsing traces.

Qwant app private browsing mode screen showing privacy features and tab management on a smartphone

Graphic showing Qwant as a French search engine hosted in Europe on a 3D map background.

Your Digital Life, Strictly Private

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 1M+ users.

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Search Without Surveillance

We don't track your history, store your data, or sell your profile. Experience unbiased results and true anonymity by default.

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The One-Tap Zap Button

Instantly clear your tabs and browsing history with a single click. No more digging through complex settings to stay anonymous.

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Built-in Tracker Blocker

Block intrusive ads and hidden trackers that follow you across the web. Enjoy faster page loads and a cleaner, distraction-free interface.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 1M+ people who love this app.

"Finally, a browser that doesn't follow me around! I love the Zap button—it's so satisfying to clear everything with one tap after researching sensitive client info. No more creepy ads on my social media for things I just searched for. It's fast, clean, and genuinely private."

Sarah Jenkins

"I've been trying to reduce my reliance on Big Tech, and Qwant is the best alternative I've found. The search results are neutral and not trapped in a filter bubble. Plus, the built-in ad blocker makes browsing so much faster on my iPhone. Highly recommended for anyone who values their data."

David Rivera

About the app

Everything you need to know about Qwant Private Search.

Description

Qwant is THE search engine that respects your online privacy! Since 2013, Qwant has been the search engine that, by default, does not collect users’ personal data. With the Qwant app, your search history stays private and belongs to you, and your data is never sold. Unlike other search engines, we have no idea what you’re searching for online, and that’s exactly how it should be. On smartphones, Qwant is more than just a search engine. It becomes a fully functional browser that not only respects your privacy but also offers a fast and secure browsing experience with many features: ad blocking, tabs, private browsing, and more. The Qwant app also includes an innovative feature for discreet web navigation: the Zap button! With Zap, you can delete all your browsing data in a single click. No need to dig through settings or hunt down trackers and cookies one by one. Use it as much as you want before or after every session on Qwant. Take back control of your personal data with Qwant and join a community of millions who use the Qwant app every day to protect their online privacy and browse the web with peace of mind! Oh, do we really need to remind you it’s free?

Latest Version

6.9.0

Size

165.4 MB

First Released

Jan 25, 2017

Take Back Control of Your Privacy Today

Join over a million users who have swapped tracking for transparency. Browse faster, block ads, and use the 'Zap' button to clear your digital footprint in one tap. Always private, always free.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Qwant Private Search

Is Qwant Private Search a private search engine?

Yes, Qwant is a private search engine that, by default, does not collect users' personal data. It keeps search history private and never sells user data.

What is the Zap button in the Qwant app?

The Zap button in the Qwant app instantly deletes all browsing data with a single click. It eliminates the need to manually clear trackers or cookies.

Does Qwant Private Search block ads?

Yes, the Qwant Private Search app functions as a browser that includes ad blocking capabilities. It blocks intrusive ads for a secure browsing experience.

Is the Qwant Private Search app free?

Yes, the Qwant Private Search app is free to download and use. It provides privacy-focused search and browsing at no cost to the user.

Does Qwant Private Search store my search history or personal data?

No, Qwant does not store your search history or personal data. It explicitly states that it does not collect user data and never sells it to third parties.

What browsing features does the Qwant app offer?

The Qwant app offers a fully functional browser with features like ad blocking, multiple tabs, and private browsing. It also includes the Zap button for data deletion.