Startpage

Private search engine with Google results

A privacy-focused search engine that shows Google results without tracking or profiling users, with anonymous page viewing.

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Pricing: Free

Platforms: Web, Browser extension

Categories: Security & Privacy

Startpage is an alternative to

Google

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Startpage	Free	–	–	Web, Browser extension
Kagi Search	Paid	–	–	Web, Browser extension
Brave	Free plan	–	–	Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
IVPN	Paid	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Mullvad VPN	Paid	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
CryptPad	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Web, Self-hosted
Tor Browser	Free	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux, Android

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Questions

Is Startpage free?

Startpage is free.

What platforms does Startpage run on?

Startpage is available for Web, Browser extension.

What are some alternatives to Startpage?

Similar indie products include Kagi Search, Brave, IVPN, Mullvad VPN and 4 more.

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