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searxng-search

Query a SearXNG instance to aggregate search results from 70+ engines.

Updated May 11, 2026
Search Tags:#privacy#fallback#web-search#multi-engine#self-hosted#searxng#meta-search
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jason660519/Project-Manager --skill searxng-search-jason660519
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: searxng-search
Source: https://github.com/jason660519/Project-Manager/tree/main/hermes-agent/optional-skills/research/searxng-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jason660519/Project-Manager --skill searxng-search-jason660519

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires curl, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Free, privacy-respecting meta-search across 70+ engines via SearXNG. It lets you aggregate results from multiple sources without relying on a single provider or API key, useful for research, due diligence, and information-gathering.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Aggregates results from 70+ search engines through a single, privacy-conscious interface, usable as a public instance or self-hosted setup.
  • Serves as a robust fallback when the main web search toolset is unavailable or API keys are restricted.
  • Suitable for researchers, privacy-conscious users, and teams needing broad visibility across multiple information sources.

Quick Start

Configure SEARXNG_URL to point to your SearXNG instance and start issuing search requests to /search with format=json.

Frequently Asked Questions about searxng-search

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I perform a privacy-respecting meta-search across multiple engines?▼

Yes, you can use SearXNG meta-search as a robust fallback when your main web search toolset is unavailable or API keys are restricted. It aggregates results through a single privacy-conscious interface.

How do I query a self-hosted SearXNG instance using curl?▼

To query a self-hosted SearXNG instance using curl, configure your SEARXNG_URL environment variable and issue HTTP API requests to the /search endpoint with format=json to retrieve aggregated results.

Do I need API keys to aggregate results from 70+ search engines?▼

No, you do not need API keys to aggregate results from 70+ search engines. The Skill queries your configured SearXNG instance to gather broad search coverage across multiple domains without requiring external API authentication.

What is the best way to get broad search coverage for due diligence research?▼

The best way to get broad search coverage for due diligence research is performing a meta-search across 70+ engines. This aggregates multiple information sources through a single privacy-conscious interface, useful for information-gathering.

Does SearXNG meta-search work without relying on a single search provider?▼

Yes, SearXNG meta-search works without relying on a single search provider. It aggregates results across 70+ engines, ensuring broad visibility across multiple domains for researchers and teams needing comprehensive information.

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