DuckDuckGo

DuckDuckGo is an independent Internet privacy company founded in 2008 by Gabriel Weinberg. Headquartered in Paoli, Pennsylvania, DuckDuckGo stands out in the tech industry by prioritizing user privacy and offering a search engine that does not track users' search history or personal data. The company has expanded its privacy-focused services to include browser extensions and a mobile browser, all designed to provide comprehensive online privacy protection.

DuckDuckGo's search engine is known for its strong commitment to user anonymity, which has garnered a loyal user base and set it apart from competitors like Google and Bing. The company also partners with several organizations and services, including Apple Maps and Wikipedia, to enhance its search results without compromising user privacy​.

DuckDuckGo has experienced significant growth over the years, reaching milestones such as serving over 100 million searches per day and being integrated as a search option in major browsers like Safari, Firefox, and Chrome. The company's focus on privacy has also extended to philanthropy, with regular donations to privacy-related projects and organizations​.