Privacy-friendly alternatives to DuckDuckGo
The web search engine sites closest to DuckDuckGo, with the fewest trackers first: what each homepage loads before you accept cookies. DuckDuckGo itself loads 0 trackers.
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privacy-focused online search engine
No trackers, ad pixels or embeds on its homepage. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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Google
search engine by Google LLC
No trackers, ad pixels or embeds on its homepage. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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Mojeek
Mojeek is a web search engine that provides unbiased, fast, and relevant search results combined with a no tracking privacy policy.
No trackers, ad pixels or embeds on its homepage. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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Qwant - The search engine that values you as a user, not as a product
Fast, reliable answers and still in trust: Qwant does not store your search data, does not sell your personal data and is hosted in Europe.
No trackers, ad pixels or embeds on its homepage. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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Search - Microsoft Bing
Search with Microsoft Bing and use the power of AI to find information, explore webpages, images, videos, maps, and more. A smart search engine for the forever curious.
No trackers, ad pixels or embeds on its homepage. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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Firefox: The fast, private browser that keeps you safe — Firefox.com
The independent browser that has your back. Firefox blocks trackers, has a free built-in VPN, puts you in control of AI, and never sells your personal data.
No trackers, ad pixels or embeds on its homepage. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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Ghostery Ad Blocker | Best Free Ad Blocker & Privacy Tool | Ghostery
Take back control of your online privacy with Ghostery. The #1 privacy suite that gives you the power to block ads, stop trackers, and much more.
No trackers, ad pixels or embeds on its homepage. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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Mozilla - Internet for people, not profit (US)
We’re working to put control of the internet back in the hands of the people using it.
No trackers, ad pixels or embeds on its homepage. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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Shodan Search Engine
Search Engine for the Internet of Things
No trackers, ad pixels or embeds on its homepage. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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Privacy Badger | Fight hidden tracking with EFF
open source privacy-enhancing web browser extension
No trackers, ad pixels or embeds on its homepage. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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AdGuard Ad Blocker — block ads, popups, and trackers
AdGuard is the best way to get rid of annoying ads and online tracking and protect your computer from malware. Make your web surfing fast, safe and ad-free
Uses third-party embeds. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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Simple Analytics
Run Simple Analytics alongside GA4 to compare observed website traffic. Book a demo to plan a free 30-day proof of concept.
Uses privacy-friendly analytics. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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NextDNS - The new firewall for the modern Internet
NextDNS protects you from all kinds of security threats, blocks ads and trackers on websites and in apps and provides a safe and supervised Internet for kids — on all devices and on all networks.
No trackers, ad pixels or embeds on its homepage. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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360搜索，SO靠谱
360搜索是安全、精准、可信赖的新一代搜索引擎，依托于360母品牌的安全优势，全面拦截各类钓鱼欺诈等恶意网站，提供更放心的搜索服务。 360搜索 so靠谱。
No trackers, ad pixels or embeds on its homepage. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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VPN service that's fast, reliable, & effective | Windscribe
Protect your privacy, stream global content, and mask your location with the best VPN service. Enjoy fast speeds and servers in over 135 locations.
No trackers, ad pixels or embeds on its homepage. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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HYVOR® - Independent Software Foundry
Privacy-first website tools, crafted with care. Trusted by millions, from indie makers to enterprises.
No trackers, ad pixels or embeds on its homepage. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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NAVER
네이버 메인에서 다양한 정보와 유용한 컨텐츠를 만나 보세요
No trackers, ad pixels or embeds on its homepage. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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Am I Unique ?
Check if your browser has a unique fingerprint, how identifiable you are on the Internet
No trackers, ad pixels or embeds on its homepage. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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Proton: Privacy by default
Over 100 million people use Proton to stay private and secure online. Get a free Proton account and take back your privacy.
Uses third-party embeds. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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Privacy-friendly Google Analytics alternative | Real-time Web Analytics | Clicky
Clicky's privacy-friendly web analytics is simply the best Google Analytics alternative. Monitor, analyze, & react to your website's traffic in real-time.
Uses privacy-friendly analytics. Compare with DuckDuckGo →
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