The Qwant extension for Firefox is the recommended way to easily use Qwant on your browser. It sets Qwant as your default search engine and homepage with just a few clicks.
Install the Extension from the Mozilla Add-ons Store
- Open Firefox.
- Go to the Qwant extension page on the Mozilla Add-ons Store.
- Click Add to Firefox.
- Confirm the permission requested by Firefox.
- The extension is installed and active immediately.
What the Extension Does
Once installed, the Qwant extension:
- Sets Qwant as the default search engine in Firefox.
- Sets Qwant as the homepage for new tabs.
- Allows you to start a Qwant search directly from the address bar.
You can customize these behaviors from the extension’s options.
Disabling or Uninstalling the Extension
If you want to temporarily disable the extension:
- Click the Firefox menu icon (three horizontal lines) at the top right.
- Select Add-ons and Themes.
- Disable the Qwant extension or click Remove to uninstall it completely.
The Extension Does Not Appear After Installation
- Check that you are signed into Firefox with the correct profile.
- Restart the browser.
- Reinstall the extension from the Mozilla Add-ons Store.
Prefer to Configure Qwant Manually?
If you do not want to install an extension, you can set Qwant as your search engine and homepage manually, without an extension.