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title: Can I use this plugin to search a local website?
description: "Yes, the SmartSearchWP plugin can be used to search a local WordPress website, as long as your local site is **connected to the Internet and can establish a connection with the OpenAI API**."
url: "https://www.smartsearchwp.com/en/docs/can-i-use-this-plugin-to-search-a-local-website/"
updated: "2025-10-20"
category: Technical
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# Can I use this plugin to search a local website?

Yes, the SmartSearchWP plugin can be used to search a local WordPress website, as long as your local site is **connected to the Internet and can establish a connection with the OpenAI API**.