DuckDuckGo

DuckDuckGo provides a comprehensive suite of privacy-focused digital products aimed at enhancing user security across various platforms. The company offers a free all-in-one privacy app for mobile devices and a browser with built-in privacy protections, available for Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android systems. DuckDuckGo’s search engine is distinctive for not tracking users’ search history and for blocking invasive trackers, thereby preventing ads that rely on personal tracking. Additionally, the company provides Email Protection to shield email addresses and remove most email trackers, Tracker Loading Protection to stop third-party trackers, and a Privacy Dashboard that allows users to monitor who is attempting to track them. Other features include a Fire Button that erases browsing history and cookies with a single click, Duck Player for a privacy-focused YouTube experience, and !bang shortcuts for faster searches. DuckDuckGo also offers App Widgets and a Dark Mode for its mobile app. The company claims its revenue comes from private ads on their search engine and subscription fees for Privacy Pro. With over 100 million users, DuckDuckGo holds the #2 position in mobile search market share in the US and 18 other markets, emphasizing its significant impact in the realm of online privacy.