kagi

Kagi is a paid, privacy-focused search engine that aims to provide users with relevant and ad-free search results. It was launched in 2021 by a team of former Apple engineers. Kagi's core philosophy centers on user control and customization, offering features that allow users to tailor their search experience.

Unlike many free search engines that rely on advertising revenue, Kagi operates on a subscription model. This allows the company to prioritize user privacy and avoid tracking or selling user data. Users can choose from various subscription tiers based on their search volume needs.

Key features of Kagi include personalization options that let users rank websites, block certain domains from appearing in results, and even influence the algorithm's ranking based on their preferences. It also offers a "Reader Mode" for a cleaner viewing experience of web pages and a "Lens" feature to quickly find content on specific topics or from trusted sources. Kagi emphasizes its commitment to transparency, providing insights into how its search results are generated. The service is accessible via a web interface and has extensions for popular web browsers.