Search engines that don’t profile users exist — they just take a few queries to feel right.

Brave Search runs its own index for most queries rather than reselling Bing or Google. Results trade some long-tail recall for fewer SEO-spam pages and no profile-based ad targeting.

Why consider the swap

If you currently rely on Google Search and want more control over data, lower long-term costs, or a freemium licensing model, Brave Search covers most of the same ground.

What you trade off

Most freemium alternatives require more setup than their commercial counterparts and may lag on polish, mobile apps, or ecosystem integrations. Check the project’s documentation for current feature parity with Google Search before committing.

Where to start

• Project page: Brave Search
• Comparison reference: Google Search

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