# Qwant Private Search — Discreet & Private search

> Private search engine and secure browser respecting user data. (iPhone/iPad app by Qwant.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qwant-private-search/id924470452 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Qwant](https://appshunter.io/developer/921977057)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 2,706 App Store ratings · 414 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 165 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Spanish
- Released: 2017-01-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qwant-private-search/id924470452/reviews.md

## What is Qwant Private Search?

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?

## Key features

- Private search engine
- Ad blocking
- Private browsing
- Tabbed browsing
- One-click data deletion (Zap button)

## What do users think of Qwant Private Search?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Respects privacy
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🌐 European alternative to Google
- 🔍 Unbiased search results

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and glitches
- 🔍 Biased or limited search results
- 🔌 Slow performance
- 🔧 Missing basic features (e.g. history deletion)

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Inability to remove search history
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Inconsistent behavior with website logins and cookies

**Most requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Integrated VPN service
- Better ad-blocking capabilities
- Improved search quality and relevance

## Recent user reviews (10 of 414)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qwant-private-search/id924470452/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Search in retro mode at its very best

*2026-08-21, version 6.9.0*

Thank you for a product the humans can control, where every nuance of existence is our own and not simply another coin in the coffers of the tech bros. 

Using it feels like search before it went stupid- you look up things, you get actual answers- not hyperbole, AI opinion or forced AI banter/ offers to chat more about it.

I'm 50. I use search to ask of a basic query, in hopes of a series of possible matches. As it should be. This feels more organic and useful, less product and sponsored /paid responses and more actual info with links that match, not chosen by who paid more to be ranked. 

I'm in the US, and I appreciate your sharing this with us. Thank you for this tiny bit of normalcy💜

### 5/5 — Brilliant

*2026-07-27, version 6.9.0*

Excellent search engine. No slower than any other search engine I’ve used. And European - not supporting the crazy man in the White House…

### 1/5 — Wow witches witch doctors and nasty loser stalkers in youtube recommendations

*2026-07-24, version 6.9.0*

I just wrote a 5 star rating but within an hour I take it all back i will say again "Wow witches witch doctors and nasty loser stalkers in youtube recommendations" - me

### 5/5 — One browser feels simple uncomplicated fork of Firefox. Nearly a year, I have not been let down.

*2026-06-29, version 6.9.0*

Just enjoy coming to Qwant. Every time I adventure out to test other browsers, or when Greedy browsers try hardest to make you login…I run away. I mean if you want to maximise true browsing time, you sort of want the browser to explore if possible saving all those minutes that big ad browser shuttle you back forth fill your an entire email account full of “prove it is really you”: you know the drill. Yess I have been with help of Qwant.

### 1/5 — Beware!

*2026-06-23, version 6.9.0*

This is from this company’s privacy policy:

They retain the keywords entered associated with a pseudonymous (NOT ANONYMOUS) identifier calculated from the User Account data and the salted hash of your IP address for 1 month. 

(Note: They were almost fined for the “pseudonymous” thing but haven’t changed since French government owns about 20% stake)

The keywords are then retained for 12 months for aggregated statistical analysis purposes. Again only pseudonymous.

Qwant can transfer the following pseudonymized data to Microsoft:
Search keywords, browser information, full IP address (they use works like “may” and “possible” of course), then salted hash generated from your IP address, User Agent, and a salt changing at least every 3 months.

Finally, as part of providing new features, Qwant shares your IP address with Microsoft to provide you with contextual ads and better search results.

### 5/5 — Very happy

*2026-06-08, version 6.9.0*

Really impressed so far. I wanted a privacy focussed search engine and this seems to be perfect..

### 1/5 — Can not import bookmarks

*2026-06-08, version 6.9.0*

A feature to import existing bookmarks from other browsers should be available

### 5/5 — Dr

*2026-06-04, version 6.9.0*

Absolutely breath of fresh air

### 5/5 — IT2🫵🏻👀my🦾🧬

*2026-05-31, version 6.9.0*

Most Excellent

### 3/5 — magasinage

*2026-05-21, version 6.9.0*

Habitant à Montréal au Canada, je suis fatigué d’avoir des liens de magasins en France lorsque je veux acheter quelque chose.

## Frequently asked questions about Qwant Private Search

### What does Qwant Private Search do?

Qwant Private Search is a search engine and browser that prioritizes user privacy. It ensures your search history remains private and your data is never sold. It also offers a secure browsing experience with features like ad blocking and private tabs.

### What are the key features of Qwant Private Search?

Key features include a private search engine that doesn't collect personal data, an ad blocker, private browsing mode, tabbed browsing, and the innovative Zap button for one-click deletion of all browsing data.

### Is Qwant Private Search free to use?

Yes, the app is completely free to use. There are no costs associated with downloading or using its search and browsing functionalities.

### What devices is Qwant Private Search compatible with?

The app is designed for smartphones, offering a fully functional browser experience on these devices. Specific operating system compatibility is not detailed but it is a mobile application.

### How does the Zap button work?

The Zap button is an innovative feature for discreet web navigation. It allows you to delete all your browsing data, including search history and cookies, in a single click, without needing to manually adjust settings.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.9.0 — 2025-10-10

Some UI rebrands here and there

### 6.8.0 — 2025-08-11

We've removed the entry for the fidelity program within the settings, and fixed a bug related to the history.

### 6.7.6 — 2025-07-09

Deep cleaning, redesigns and bug fixes

### 6.7.5 — 2025-06-10

We've reworked the tracking protection.

### 6.7.4 — 2025-05-19

We've fixed a bug on the settings, and also added new app intents.

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