Although Google, Bing, and Baidu are the most popular search engines, it does not mean that they are the only ones. I could actually mention 10 search engines that you don't even know exist.
Anyways, in this blog, I will focus just on search engines that do not use tracking or personalized searches, so if you are concerned about your privacy, these search engines may be for you.
1. DuckDuckGo
It is a search engine that respects and protects the privacy of its users. This means that your search results will not be based on your previous searches because this search engine does not save your information (geographic data, gender, search preferences). In other words, it prevents you from entering the filter bubble of manipulated results.
DuckDuckGo is a metasearch engine that draws on approximately 400 different sources of information, it is considered a hybrid search engine because it has its own site tracker called DuckDuckbot.
Additionally, the interface of this search engine is clean and simple, you will come across a minimum amount of ads so the user experience will be pleasant. Besides not tracking or recording any information about you or your searches, this search engine allows you to add the DuckDuckGo extension to your browser to keep your activity private.
2. Startpage
It calls itself "the most private search engine in the world." This search engine does not store, track or share your personal information either.
Startpage also offers a proxy service that allows you to browse websites anonymously and has a custom URL generator that allows you to browse without setting cookies.
Moreover, the interface of this browser is user-friendly, intelligent, and simple. It allows you to configure various themes including a night mode. Plus Startpage offers a mail server for its users; Startmail also provides greater security and privacy than Gmail, 10 GB of inbox space, and various modes for private users, professionals, or companies that require highly private and secure mail servers.
3. Qwant
This search engine emerged in France in 2013 and is currently being promoted by European governments with the aim of encouraging their citizens to stop using Google and start using this search engine since, unlike the Internet giant, this search engine does not track or record your information.
The interface of this search engine is similar to Google and offers access to web pages, news, social networks, and photographs related to the topic you are looking for.
Additionally, Qwant offers a search engine dedicated to children between 6 and 13 years of age, showing high educational content and ensuring that the results are protected and the children do not access inappropriate content.
Conclusion
As you can see, there are different alternatives for Internet searches. These search engines allow you to access the information you need without sacrificing your privacy. Do not hesitate to investigate more about it.
After all, with each search you do on Google, you are giving away valuable personal information to large companies, is it worth it?
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