FrogFind
A search engine that strips every result down to plain HTML so it can be read on a genuinely ancient computer. Also very fast.
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How to get the most from it
FrogFind sits in Retro Web under Retro, filed as a minute.
- Give it one round. There is nothing to finish and nothing lost by leaving.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something clever and nostalgic.
About this category: Simulated TV channels by decade, old operating systems and the specific texture of an interface designed for a CRT.
Good for
- A one-round break between tasks
- Being impressed by a clever idea
- A trip back to the older internet
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
FrogFind: quick answers
Is FrogFind free?
Yes. FrogFind is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use FrogFind?
No. You can use FrogFind without signing up for anything.
Does FrogFind work on a phone?
Yes. FrogFind works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is FrogFind safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does FrogFind take?
We file it as "A minute": One quick round, then you can leave.
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