Search engine focused on small, classic, and independent websites across the web.
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A self-hosted tool that searches many free book and audiobook sources at once, merges results into one ranked list, downloads files to the user's server and names and shelves each book. It is free and open source, and version 1.0 is a dockerised port of the former website.
Searchcraigslist.org is a third-party search tool for Craigslist. It enables users to search all Craigslist classified listings nationwide, rather than being limited to local area results. Users can enter keywords to find items or services, add terms to refine searches, or use minus signs to exclude specific terms from results. The site also hosts informational articles related to selling items on Craigslist, including guidance on creating effective ad images. It is not affiliated with Craigslist.
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Boolean Strings is a resource that lists 40 custom Google Programmable Search Engines, most of which are currently working, for discovery and sourcing purposes. The collection includes tools for finding hidden profiles, resumes, documents, and diversity-focused talent. The project also accepts requests for new custom search engines and has a related guide to programmable search engines scheduled for release.
Recherche-Ebook is a free ebook search engine that finds sites where a requested ebook can be downloaded. It searches multiple manually verified sites and links to each site's search page. Downloads may be direct or via torrents, and epub files are described as compatible with several e-readers, with Calibre needed for Kindle.
SearchTweaks is a website offering tools to improve web search experiences, specifically enhancing Google search functionality. Its tools are organized into four categories: Query Builders, News-Related Search, Time-Related Search and Search Utilities. Some tools simplify existing Google features, while others add new search capabilities. The site requires JavaScript to function, is designed for desktop use, and does not rely on the Google API or web scraping. It uses Simple Analytics for privacy-focused usage tracking.
Old'aVista is a search engine for old websites hosted on services such as Geocities, Angelfire, Xoom, AOL, and Tripod. It organizes indexed sites into categorized directories spanning Arts & Humanities, Business & Economy, Computers & Internet, Education, Entertainment, Government, Health, News & Media, Recreation & Sports, Reference, Regional, Science, Social Science, and Society & Culture. The site is a proud member of TheOldNet webring and maintains a public guestbook.
A self-hosted tool that searches many free book and audiobook sources at once, merges results into one ranked list, downloads files to the user's server and names and shelves each book. It is free and open source, and version 1.0 is a dockerised port of the former website.
Searchcraigslist.org is a third-party search tool for Craigslist. It enables users to search all Craigslist classified listings nationwide, rather than being limited to local area results. Users can enter keywords to find items or services, add terms to refine searches, or use minus signs to exclude specific terms from results. The site also hosts informational articles related to selling items on Craigslist, including guidance on creating effective ad images. It is not affiliated with Craigslist.
