DuckDuckGo Browser

What DuckDuckGo Browser is

DuckDuckGo Browser is a free browser from DuckDuckGo for Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows. It blocks third-party trackers, including trackers from companies such as Facebook and Google, and blocks most ads, including ads on videos and YouTube. It also blocks most cookie pop-ups and may automatically opt users out. A one-click control deletes open tabs, browsing history, and other browsing data. The browser includes a password manager, email protection that blocks hidden trackers, and cross-device sync. DuckDuckGo says it does not track users’ searches; its tracker list and exceptions are open source.

Duck.ai is an optional private chat feature for popular AI models. DuckDuckGo says Duck.ai conversations are never used to train AI. The paid Plus subscription adds VPN protection, advanced AI models in Duck.ai, Personal Information Removal, and Identity Theft Restoration. Plus costs $9.99 a month or $99.99 a year. Pro costs $19.99 a month or $199.99 a year. It includes Plus features, Claude Opus 4.8 and GPT-5.6 Sol, higher reasoning effort, and twice Plus’s Duck.ai usage limits.

DuckDuckGo has been independent since its founding in 2008 and is based in Paoli, Pennsylvania, United States.

Who it suits

The browser suits people who want tracker, ad, and cookie pop-up blocking across Android, iOS, macOS, or Windows, along with tools for clearing browsing data and managing passwords. Plus and Pro may suit users who also want VPN protection, personal information removal, identity restoration, or expanded Duck.ai options.

Limits

The free browser plan includes search and browsing protections. VPN protection, advanced AI models, Personal Information Removal, and Identity Theft Restoration are included with Plus; Pro adds specified models and higher Duck.ai usage limits.

Getting started

1. Open https://duckduckgo.com/app.
2. Choose the version for Android, iOS, macOS, or Windows.
3. Use the free browser for search and browsing protections.
4. Choose Plus or Pro if you want the features included with those subscriptions.
5. Use Duck.ai optionally for private chats with popular AI models.

Verdict

Choose DuckDuckGo Browser if you want a free browser with tracker and ad blocking, cookie pop-up blocking, and browsing data deletion across its listed platforms. Plus adds VPN protection and other services; Pro adds specified AI models and higher usage limits. The main reason to look elsewhere is if you need a browser outside Android, iOS, macOS, or Windows.