# Keyword Search

> Customizable keyword search engine integration for web browsers. (iPhone/iPad app by Aurlien sang og data.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keyword-search/id1558453954 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Aurlien sang og data](https://appshunter.io/developer/1017690131)
- Category: Utilities, Reference
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 39 App Store ratings · 79 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-03-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keyword-search/id1558453954/reviews.md

## What is Keyword Search?

Keyword Search lets you set up keywords to search the web with any search engine directly from the Safari address bar. Searching Wikipedia for information on simians is as simple as typing “w monkey” in the address bar, “wa 1+2” solves this mathematical conondrum on WolphramAlpha, “down example.com” lets you see if your favorite website is down for everyone or just you. You can also set any search engine to be the default search engine in Safari.

Several search engines are provided out of the box, and you can easily add your own. All your searches and settings sync seamlessly with the Mac version of Keyword Search.

## Key features

- Custom keyword search from address bar
- Integrates with any search engine
- Pre-built search engines included
- Add your own search engines
- Syncs with Mac version
- Set default Safari search engine

## What do users think of Keyword Search?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Saves time and streamlines browsing
- 👍 Easy to use and set up
- 💡 Adds missing Safari functionality
- ✨ Seamless integration with Safari
- 🔄 Syncs across devices via iCloud
- 💰 Free to use
- 🔍 Powerful keyword search feature
- 🌐 Supports custom search engines
- 🤩 Game-changing for workflow
- ✅ Works reliably for many users

**Cons**

- 🐛 Does not work with certain OS versions
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 🐛 Some search engines not supported
- 🐛 Functionality removed by Safari updates
- 🐛 Can be annoying if it overrides intended searches
- 🐛 UI can be inconvenient on small screens

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Doesn't work with iOS 17.5
- Doesn't work with iOS 17.1
- Functionality removed by latest Safari updates
- Doesn't work reliably on iOS/iPadOS
- Stops working after first search
- Doesn't work with Yandex as default search engine
- Baidu search engine not supported
- Interface only shows explanation, no input possible on iOS 17.1

**Most requested features**

- Add iCloud sync
- Add import/export function for keywords
- Allow custom default search engine
- Add batch searching feature
- Add Donate button
- Allow opening links in private mode via shortcut
- Automating between devices
- Add Naver search option
- Update app for newer iOS versions
- Add video tutorials for usage

## Recent user reviews (10 of 79)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keyword-search/id1558453954/reviews.md

### 5/5 — The missing feature

*2026-07-14*

Excellent work on this Safari extension - something chromium has had for years. Thank you!

### 1/5 — If you came here because of Startpage, don’t waste your dollar.

*2026-04-12*

Apple has removed all the functionality of this app with its latest Safari updates. You can’t add or change keywords or websites, and you cannot change the default search page behavior.

### 5/5 — Best way to add search engines to Safari

*2026-01-12*

Dl’d this because I wanted to use Startpage as my default search in Safari. This totally does the trick. The keyword search feature is cool too, but I mainly got this to just change the default search, and it does that seamlessly. Thanks Arne!

### 2/5 — Doesn’t work with Ios26

*2025-09-26, version 2.2*

I’ll change my review to five stars if you update your app

### 5/5 — Cheap and Simple - THANK YOU!

*2025-06-24*

I resell on ebay and being able to set up short cuts to search for active and sold listings with a short cut is a life saver on Mac. THANK YOU!!!!!

### 5/5 — Safari’s Missing Feature!

*2025-06-03*

This is clearly a missing feature in Safari! Glad this plug-in addresses it! The only thing that would make this better is if it had automating between my devices!

### 5/5 — How do I add naver?

*2025-05-12*

I want to use Naver. How do I add it? I need url

### 5/5 — works too good

*2025-02-02*

Gets annoying when you’re on duckduckgo and trying to search “i ____” and it immediately takes you to a google images search. Like it’s cool, but when it affects every search bar it gets so old so fast. Google now thinks I’m a robot and gives me recaptcha prompts for every search now.

### 5/5 — I love this!

*2025-01-20*

Solves an annoying problem for me. Now I can search a specific site by typing the query and the search character and hitting command+B right from Spotlight. Awesome! Thanks!

### 1/5 — Funktioniert seit Monaten nicht mehr

*2024-06-09*

Manchmal funktioniert es, dann wieder nicht. Insofern also nicht zu gebrauchen. Es gibt bessere Apps, bei denen die Suche mittels eines Keywords einwandfrei funktioniert.

## Frequently asked questions about Keyword Search

### What does this app do?

This app allows you to set up custom keywords that trigger searches on any search engine directly from your web browser's address bar. It simplifies web searches by letting you use short codes for specific sites or tasks, like searching Wikipedia or checking if a website is down.

### How does the keyword search work?

You can define a keyword (e.g., 'w' for Wikipedia) and then type it followed by your search query in the address bar (e.g., 'w monkey'). The app intercepts this and directs your query to the configured search engine. You can also set any search engine as your default.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a completely free user experience.

### What are some common use cases for this app?

Common use cases include quickly searching specific encyclopedias like Wikipedia, performing mathematical calculations on platforms like WolframAlpha, or checking the status of websites. It's designed to save time by integrating frequent searches directly into your browsing workflow.

### Does this app work on multiple devices?

The app syncs seamlessly with its Mac version, suggesting that while the primary functionality is for browser integration, your settings and search history can be synchronized across your devices if you use the Mac application as well.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.2 — 2023-08-17

- You can now set the default search engine to use without any keywords!
- Keywords are now case insensitive

### 2.1 — 2023-08-11

- Support for exporting, importing and resetting your saved searches
- The app now works with the default Chinese search engines
- Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 2.0.3 — 2021-09-21

This version works with all the international versions of the default Safari search engines.

### 2.0.2 — 2021-09-20

No release notes.

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