Can you see someone's search history through WiFi?

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No, not directly. A Wi-Fi network owner can see network traffic, including website visits if not encrypted by VPN or HTTPS. However, viewing specific search history requires access to the individual device's browser data – not just the router logs. Encrypted traffic remains private.
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Can WiFi reveal someones browsing history?

Okay, so, like, can someone with the Wi-Fi see what I'm doing online? Yeah, kinda freaky, but it's potentially true.

The Wi-Fi network owner, could theoretically see everything going through their router. Think of it like this, all data flows through their house.

That includes the websites you visit, what you download, upload, all that jazz. Anything not encrypted is basically visible. I remember being at my aunt Carol's house 17 september 2019 and worried.

So, is your browsing history totally secret? Not always. Encrypt all you can. Consider using a VPN. Seriously.