This guide explains how to deploy a self‑hosted SearXNG instance using Docker and connect it to Jan‑V1 as an MCP tool for private web search and scraping. It covers repository cloning, security key generation, container startup, and Jan‑V1 configuration steps needed to enable the integrated search tools.
Highlights
Step‑by‑step Docker deployment of a customized SearXNG fork for MCP integration
Secure secret‑key injection into the SearXNG settings file for production use
Configuration of Jan‑V1 to communicate with the local SearXNG server via environment variables
Activation of built‑in search and URL‑reading tools within the Jan‑V1 chat interface
Provides a privacy‑focused alternative to commercial search APIs
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Audience
Developers and data engineers who want a self‑hosted, privacy‑respecting web search and scraping backend for Jan‑V1 or similar AI assistants
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