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Why Is My Wix Search Bar Not Working?

Last updated on January 9, 2023 @ 7:52 pm

If you’re like most people, you probably use the internet on a daily basis. Whether you’re checking your email, browsing the web, or even shopping online, the internet has become a staple in our lives.

And with that, comes the use of search engines.

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Search engines are a great way to find what you’re looking for on the internet. Whether you’re looking for a specific website, or just trying to find information on a topic, search engines can be a valuable resource. But what happens when your search engine stops working?

If your search engine is not working, it can be frustrating and inconvenient. There are a few things that could be causing the problem. Here are some of the most common reasons why your search engine might not be working:

    • You’re not connected to the internet

This is the most common reason why your search engine might not be working. If you’re not connected to the internet, you won’t be able to use any search engines. Make sure that your computer is connected to the internet before you try using a search engine.

    • The search engine is down

Another possibility is that the search engine itself is down. This happens from time to time, and usually isn’t anything to worry about. Just wait a few minutes and try again later.

    • There’s a problem with your browser

If you’re using a web browser like Firefox or Chrome, there could be a problem with the browser itself. Try restarting your browser and see if that fixes the problem.

    • Your antivirus software is blocking the search engine

Some antivirus programs can block certain websites, including search engines. If you think this might be the case, try temporarily disabling your antivirus software and see if that fixes the problem.

    • You have ad blockers or other browser extensions installed

Ad blockers and other browser extensions can sometimes interfere with search engines. If you think this might be the case, try disabling any ad blockers or extensions you have installed and see if that fixes the problem.

    • There’s something wrong with your DNS settings

If you’ve recently changed your DNS settings (for example, if you’ve switched to a new ISP), that could be causing problems with your search engine. Try resetting your DNS settings back to their default values and see if that fixes the problem.

Conclusion

There are many reasons why your Wix Search Bar may not be working such as incorrect DNS settings or an outdated browser extension. By troubleshooting these issues one by one, hopefully, you will find a solution quickly so you can get back to using Wix as normal.

PRO TIP: If you are having trouble with your Wix search bar, there are a few things you can try to fix the issue. First, make sure that you have the latest version of Wix. If you do not, please update your Wix site. Second, try clearing your browser’s cache and cookies. Finally, if the problem persists, please contact Wix support.
Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

Sysadmin turned Javascript developer. Owner of 20+ apps graveyard, and a couple of successful ones.