DuckDuckGo

Overview

DuckDuckGo is an American software company founded in 2008 by Gabriel Weinberg, based in Paoli, Pennsylvania. The company is renowned for its privacy-focused search engine, which does not track users, save IP addresses, or log search histories. This commitment to user privacy is central to its mission, providing a secure way to search the internet without data surveillance or exploitation.

In addition to its search engine, the company offers browser extensions that enhance privacy by blocking trackers and enforcing encryption. It has also launched a custom web browser for multiple platforms, designed for private browsing by default. Their Privacy Pro service includes a VPN and tracker blocking, available through subscription, further enhancing user privacy. DuckDuckGo generates revenue through non-tracking, keyword-based advertising and subscription fees, targeting privacy-conscious users globally. With a fully remote culture, the company supports productivity and privacy advocacy organizations, reflecting a dedication to user privacy and social responsibility.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +1 617-974-2456
• Website: duckduckgo.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/duck-duck-go

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• Privacy-focused search engine
• Tracker blocking & encrypted browsing technologies
• Browser extensions and custom browsers
• Privacy Pro VPN & subscription-based services
• Non-tracking advertising
• Privacy advocacy and education
• Global privacy-conscious consumer outreach
• Privacy compliance standards
• Privacy dashboard and user control features
• Privacy data protection tools
• Remote work culture
• Privacy industry innovation

Technologies Used

• AI
• Android
• Microsoft Azure Hosting
• Microsoft Office 365
• Mobile Friendly
• NSOne
• Nginx
• Outlook
• Remote

Affiliated Organizations & Regional Branches