The No-Nonsense Safe Browser built for Privacy

DuckDuckGo browser is a cross-platform web browser engineered for privacy-first users. Unlike traditional browsers that may quietly allow trackers or ad scripts, the DuckDuckGo browser blocks them by default and refuses to collect your browsing history. Its focus is speed, privacy, and simple controls, giving even the non-tech-savvy user a straightforward path to a safer internet.

DuckDuckGo browser for desktop is built on the open-source frameworks of Chromium (Windows, Mac) and WebView (Android, iOS), giving it compatibility with modern web standards and performance similar to mainstream browsers. The browser integrates DuckDuckGo’s own open-source Tracker Radar for up-to-date blocklists, but the core itself is not fully open-source. Updates are rolled out every 2–4 weeks, typically with new privacy features or interface tweaks based on user feedback. DuckDuckGo’s team is active in privacy advocacy and regularly collaborates with open-source contributors, especially through their blocklist and relevant libraries.

Privacy is the bedrock of the DuckDuckGo browser. The app actively blocks third-party tracking cookies, fingerprinting scripts, and advertising surveillance from the moment you launch it. On mobile, the “app tracking protection” feature adds an extra layer—blocking hidden trackers in other installed apps, a capability not typically found in comparable browsers. It’s not a VPN but provides similar outcomes for tracker blocking.

Browser tabs run in a privacy-hardened sandbox, and by using the Fire Button users can instantly wipe all browsing data. Connections are automatically upgraded to HTTPS where available, reducing risk on public Wi-Fi. DuckDuckGo browser privacy isn’t just about browsing: their browser for privacy extends protection to personal information even when you navigate outside the search engine.

On Android and iOS, performance is on par with other mobile browsers, and the DuckDuckGo browser Android download remains lightweight for older devices. The desktop experience is comparably smooth, though a large extension library is not yet supported.

Unlike Brave, which, integrates ad replacement and cryptocurrency rewards (which doesn’t suit everyone). DuckDuckGo opts for a cleaner interface—no crypto or affiliate programs—while privacy features are always on, not opt-in.