CustomSearch 2

CustomSearch 2

Custom search for Safari

0 ratings
13 reviews
#182 in paid Productivity
🔧 Utilities
📊 Productivity
$1.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 30, 2021
  • July 7, 2026

Features

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Take control of your web searches with a customizable engine selector. Choose from dozens of pre-built options or add your own, and use quick shortcuts to switch engines on the fly. Your privacy is protected as the extension only operates at the URL level.

29+ built-in search engines
Add custom search engines
Bang shortcuts for quick switching
Native iOS and iPadOS app
Privacy-focused operation
Safari toolbar integration
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What's New in CustomSearch 2

1.0

July 7, 2026

Charts

Top Paid

📉 182-30

Productivity

This app dropped -30 positions in Productivity chart.

Last updated on July 15, 2026.

User reviews

Only 1 custom search?

Could have been 5 ★ but need ability to add more custom searches. But otherwise works very well.

Amazing app

This is a very good app and very useful really amazing

Love it, wish more customizability

I love the initial options given,! I would appreciate an ability to add a custom shortcut though. I do a lot of research and often use google scholar in the search bar. It would be nice to be able to just use a single letter for the shortcut similar to other browsers to search (the exclamation point is far away and I often mistype it).
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Works like a charm

Added my custom endpoint for SearchXNG and now it's my default search. Super simple, have my dollar!

Response from developer

It makes me happy to see that it is helping you with your workflow. Please don’t hesitate to contact if you have any specific request!

Great Concept that doesn't work

I have sent emails to the developer, with no reply. I just tried it again. Set it to search Google, and it goes to Bing. Yesterday it went to Brave.

Response from developer

Dear Dfteacher. I have not received any email. That is in fact strange after 3 years of the extension working well for everybody. Could you check if you have any other extension enabled? Please feel free to reach out to registros@onmail.com so that we can assist you with that.

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FAQ

What is CustomSearch 2?

CustomSearch 2 is a Safari extension that allows you to choose from over 29 built-in search engines or add your own. It provides quick shortcuts to switch between engines directly from the Safari toolbar.

How do I enable CustomSearch 2?

To enable CustomSearch 2, go to Safari Settings on your iPhone or iPad, then tap 'Extensions'. From there, you can toggle the extension on and select your preferred default engine via the toolbar icon.

Does CustomSearch 2 have ads?

No, CustomSearch 2 is ad-free. The developer has stated that the application contains no advertisements.

What devices is CustomSearch 2 available on?

CustomSearch 2 is available for Mac (as a Safari App Extension) and for iPhone and iPad (as a Safari Web Extension).

Is CustomSearch 2 free to use?

CustomSearch 2 is a paid application. It costs $1.99 and does not require an account, subscription, or have any in-app purchases.

How does CustomSearch 2 protect my privacy?

The extension operates solely at the URL level, meaning it never reads your page content, stores your queries, or makes unnecessary network requests. Your search activity remains private.

Can I add my own search engines to CustomSearch 2?

Yes, you can add any search engine to CustomSearch 2. Simply provide the URL with '%s' as the query placeholder and assign a bang shortcut for easy access.

How often is CustomSearch 2 updated?

The latest version of CustomSearch 2 was last updated on July 7, 2026. The app was initially released on September 30, 2021.