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

Kagi is a paid search engine starting around 5 dollars a month, with no ads and per-domain ranking controls. The pitch is that the user, not the advertiser, becomes the customer.

Why consider the swap

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

What you trade off

Most paid 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: Kagi
• Comparison reference: Google Search

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