Chinese Search Engines for Language Learners
Chinese search engines can help you find more Chinese-language websites, articles, discussions, and other native content than you may encounter through Western search engines. They’re especially useful for researching Chinese words, expressions, and topics in a Chinese-language context.
Search Engines
★ Search Chinese-language websites, trending topics, and multimedia content from mainland China. 360 Search (360搜索) is a free Chinese search engine offering web searches, news, images, videos, maps, encyclopedia entries, translation tools, and AI-assisted answers. Its Chinese-language interface and trending search topics make it useful for finding authentic Mandarin reading material, researching Chinese vocabulary, and seeing what people in China are searching for. Access it through their website. A related AI-focused search app is available on iOS.
Free Web-Based / AI-Focused App
★ Find authentic Chinese-language content using one of China's leading search engines. Baidu (百度) is a free Chinese search engine for finding websites, images, news, videos, and information from across China. Its Chinese-language interface makes it especially useful for Mandarin learners seeking native reading material, everyday vocabulary, and information that may be harder to find through Western search engines. Additional features include AI-assisted search, voice search, and image recognition. Basic searches are free, with optional in-app purchases for certain mobile features and content. Visit their website. Also available on Android and iOS.
Free / Paid - Web-Based & App
★ Adjust your search region to find websites and information more relevant to specific locations. Google Search provides direct links for Hong Kong and Taiwan. To customize your regional results, visit Google Search settings or follow the official instructions for changing your search region on the website. For mobile devices, Google also provides step-by-step Android instructions and iOS instructions. Google Search is free to use on their website, with apps available for Android and iOS.
Free Web-Based / App
★ Adjust your search region to find websites, news, and content more relevant to China, Hong Kong, or Taiwan. Microsoft Bing is a free search engine that lets you tailor search results to different regions. Try the regional links for Mainland China, Hong Kong or Taiwan. You can also change the country or region on their website through Bing's search settings. See this website tutorial or a separate mobile app tutorial for help changing regions. Use their website or download the moble app: Android and iOS.
Free Web-Based / App
★ Search Chinese websites, WeChat content, and Zhihu discussions from one place. Sogou Search (搜狗搜索) is a free Chinese search engine that helps users find Mandarin-language content from mainland China. Search websites, news, images, videos, and specialized sources such as WeChat (微信) and Zhihu (知乎), a popular Chinese question-and-answer platform. Additional features include Chinese dictionary tools, translation, encyclopedia entries and maps. It is useful for finding authentic Mandarin reading material, researching vocabulary, and seeing how Chinese speakers discuss everyday topics.
Free Web-Based
★ Access regional editions for locally focused content in Traditional Chinese. Yahoo provides free web search alongside news, entertainment, and other content. Browse their website, or go directly to the Hong Kong edition or Taiwan edition. For more control, see Yahoo's regional search filter instructions (availability varies) or language and location settings. Available on Android and iOS.
Free Web-Based / App
