Our Story
Since 2008, we've expanded what we do to protect you no matter where you go on the Internet. Check out our story.
Your personal data is
nobody's business.
We are the independent Internet privacy company for anyone who’s tired of being tracked online and wants an easy solution.
Our free, go-to browser comes with over a dozen powerful privacy protections built-in, including our search engine that replaces Google and doesn't track your search history.
The DuckDuckGo browser's uniquely comprehensive privacy protections are used by tens of millions of people to protect their everyday online activities, from searching to browsing, emailing, and more.
Trusted for over a decade
3B
Monthly Searches
And Growing Fast
6M
Monthly Downloads
On Mobile & Desktop
Average Rating
On Apple & Google Play
290
Team Members
Making it Happen
Same internet, more privacy.
Our mission is to show the world that protecting privacy is simple. For over a decade, we've created new technology and worked with policymakers to make online privacy simple and accessible for all.
From our Blog
At SpreadPrivacy.com, we publish privacy education, tips, and original research, along with DuckDuckGo news.
We're Hiring!
DuckDuckGo is a remote company of passionate people from over 15 countries. Join our fully distributed team and help raise the standard of trust online — from anywhere!