Wikiwand presents Wikipedia articles in a redesigned reader interface on the web and through a browser extension. Its Chrome extension redirects Wikipedia links to the corresponding Wikiwand article, for readers who want those pages to open in Wikiwand’s layout. Reading tools described for the extension include article previews, maps, and a fixed table of contents, along with adjustable colors, fonts, and layout. Readers can search across languages, follow links to language versions, or use the “Read in Wikipedia” icon to open the original article. The Chrome Web Store listing also describes article timelines, top questions, chat, and fact checking. Wikiwand supports text and images and has a free plan; the extension listing shows in-app purchases. The listing says the developer disclosed that the extension does not collect or use data. It gives [email protected] for bug reports and suggestions. The extension is intended for people who browse Wikipedia and want articles to open in Wikiwand’s reader.
Who it is for
Wikiwand suits people who browse Wikipedia and prefer a redesigned reading interface. Its language search and links to language versions may also suit readers moving among language editions.
What is good
- Chrome extension redirects Wikipedia links to Wikiwand articles.
- Offers a fixed table of contents, previews, and maps.
- Includes multi-language search and links to language versions.
- Has a free plan.
What to know first
- In-app purchases are shown for the extension.
- Link redirection is described for the Chrome extension.
Verdict
Wikiwand offers an alternate reading interface with navigation, language, and article tools. The Chrome extension listing shows in-app purchases, while the product also has a free plan.
Get started with Wikiwand
- Visit https://www.wikiwand.com/ to use Wikiwand on the web.
- Add the Chrome extension to redirect Wikipedia links to Wikiwand articles.
- Use the extension’s reading and display options while viewing articles.
- Open the original Wikipedia article with the “Read in Wikipedia” icon when desired.
Questions about Wikiwand
Does Wikiwand have a free plan?
Yes. Wikiwand is listed as freemium and has a free plan; the Chrome extension listing also shows in-app purchases.
Where can I use Wikiwand?
It is available on the web and as an extension. Wikipedia link redirection is described for the Chrome extension.
What does the Chrome extension do?
It redirects Wikipedia links to the corresponding Wikiwand article. Its listed features include reading controls, language search, maps, timelines, and other article tools.
Can I return to the original Wikipedia article?
Yes. The listing describes a “Read in Wikipedia” icon for opening the original article.
What formats does Wikiwand support?
Wikiwand supports text and images.
How can I contact Wikiwand support?
The extension listing gives [email protected] for bug reports and suggestions.
Compared on online encyclopedias
- Free plan
- Yes
- Content formats
- text and images
