searxng-search

Private web research is achieved by querying a SearXNG instance to aggregate results from over 70 search engines. This meta-search approach requires no API key and works as an automatic fallback when primary web search toolsets are unavailable.

To configure self-hosted meta-search, set the SEARXNG_URL environment variable to your SearXNG instance endpoint. The Skill then queries this URL and parses the JSON output to aggregate search results across multiple engines.

Yes, SearXNG meta-search automatically activates as a fallback web retrieval tool when the FIRECRAWL_API_KEY is missing. It ensures research discovery and quick fact-finding continue without interruption during partial web-tool outages.

SearXNG meta-search aggregates results across multiple search engines instead of relying on a single provider. This delivers broader, more comprehensive coverage for research discovery while maintaining privacy and avoiding paid access requirements.

SearXNG meta-search fails when the SEARXNG_URL is unreachable or JSON output parsing is unsupported. Ensure your self-hosted or public SearXNG instance is accessible and properly configured to support JSON output for successful web retrieval.

Yes, you can use this meta-search for quick fact-finding by pointing the SEARXNG_URL to a public SearXNG instance. It aggregates fast research leads across 70+ engines without requiring self-hosting or paid API access.