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Best Privacy-Focused Search Engines in 2026
Privacy-focused search engines help you look up websites while putting privacy considerations ahead of a typical search service. This chart covers services offered through apps or the web. Check Android support first if you search from a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO phone or tablet. Then compare iOS, Windows and web access, pricing, free-plan terms and licence details when code access matters.
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AndroidiOSWeb
36.0
AndroidWeb
- 45.7Free plan
- 55.2Free plan
- 65.1Free plan
- 7
MetaGer
SUMA-EV
4.9€5 one-time - 8
DuckDuckGo Search
DuckDuckGo
4.4 - 9
Mojeek
Mojeek
4.3
Choosing well
Check Android access
Start with Android availability when you search on a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO device. Qwant lists Android and iOS support, while the category also includes services available on the web or Windows.
If a service does not list an Android app, check whether its website meets your needs in a mobile browser.
Compare free and paid plans
Free plans are available from services such as Brave Search, Mojeek, Qwant, Startpage and Swisscows. Read the plan terms before choosing a service.
Kagi lists pricing from $5 per month, while Brave Search lists a free plan and paid access from $3 per month. MetaGer lists a €5 one-time MetaGer key credit.
Match your devices
Platform coverage in this category includes Android, iOS, the web and Windows. Pick a service that fits the phone, tablet or computer you use for search.
If you switch between devices, confirm that the same service is available on the platforms you need before paying for a plan.
Review documentation and licences
When readable documentation or code access matters, check the service's published documentation and licence details. These can affect whether the tool fits your project or workflow.
Also read pricing pages for free-plan limits, paid tiers and any request-based prices, such as Startpage's Ad-Free plan.
Questions people ask
Do these search engines have Android apps?
Android support varies. Qwant lists Android and iOS apps, while services in this category can also be web-based or available on Windows. Check the service listing before choosing.
Which services list a free plan?
Brave Search, Mojeek, Qwant, Startpage and Swisscows list free plans. Kagi and MetaGer list paid models.
How much does Kagi Search cost?
Kagi Search lists plans from $5 per month and does not list a free plan.
Does Brave Search have a free option?
Yes. Brave Search lists a free plan, with paid access from $3 per month.
What is MetaGer key credit?
MetaGer lists a MetaGer key credit plan priced at €5 one time.