duckduckgo ☆
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Description:
Web browser focusing on privacy
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.177.0,625@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @DuckDuckGo  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: browser privacy security web tracking-protection
Install: brew install --cask duckduckgo
About:
DuckDuckGo is a privacy-focused web browser that blocks hidden trackers and provides encrypted browsing. It offers built-in tracker blocking and private search capabilities without storing personal data. The browser simplifies privacy settings with a single 'Fire Button' to clear all tabs and data instantly.
Key Features:
  • Built-in tracker blocking that stops hidden data collection
  • Private search engine with no user profiling or tracking
  • One-tap data clearing with the Fire Button
  • Encrypted syncing across devices
  • Smarter encryption that forces HTTPS connections
Use Cases:
  • Daily web browsing with enhanced privacy protection
  • Research requiring minimal digital footprint
  • Secure browsing on public Wi-Fi networks
Alternatives:
  • brave – Brave offers similar privacy features with a built-in ad blocker and crypto rewards system
  • firefox – Firefox provides strong privacy controls but requires more manual configuration
  • safari – Safari has native privacy features but is Apple ecosystem only
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Feb 16, 2026 6:59am 1.177.0,625 0 VERSION_BUMP cc714e71
Feb 9, 2026 12:57pm 1.176.0,621 0 VERSION_BUMP c188ac22
Feb 2, 2026 6:55pm 1.175.0,616 0 VERSION_BUMP 0aa1eecb
Jan 26, 2026 6:59pm 1.174.0,612 0 VERSION_BUMP 903ce89c
Jan 19, 2026 1:02pm 1.173.0,604 0 VERSION_BUMP fbf67f37
Jan 12, 2026 9:54am 1.172.0,602 0 VERSION_BUMP 6ad02b1c
Jan 5, 2026 3:52pm 1.171.0,599 0 VERSION_BUMP cb23b509
Sep 15, 2025 9:50am 1.156.0,540 0 VERSION_BUMP 30646a07
Sep 8, 2025 7:37pm 1.155.0,535 0 VERSION_BUMP 65a4a8fd
Sep 1, 2025 12:54pm 1.154.0,533 0 VERSION_BUMP 39faa774
Aug 25, 2025 1:01pm 1.153.0,528 0 VERSION_BUMP d010628f
Aug 19, 2025 9:47am 1.152.1,519 0 VERSION_BUMP 7850ae31
Aug 18, 2025 12:56pm 1.152.0,517 0 VERSION_BUMP d05a58d4
Aug 11, 2025 12:53pm 1.151.0,512 0 VERSION_BUMP 94eaff74
Aug 4, 2025 3:46pm 1.150.0,505 0 VERSION_BUMP 4d48ef45
Aug 12, 2024 3:39pm 1.101.0,244 0 VERSION_BUMP ff504f1b
Aug 6, 2024 6:39pm 1.100.1,240 0 VERSION_BUMP 821935ca
Aug 5, 2024 12:43pm 1.100.0,238 0 VERSION_BUMP 479faca7
Jul 29, 2024 9:34am 1.99.0,234 0 VERSION_BUMP 6a288674
Jul 22, 2024 9:36am 1.97.0,229 0 VERSION_BUMP 4560468f
Jul 8, 2024 9:34am 1.95.0,216 0 VERSION_BUMP 737b95dd
Jul 1, 2024 6:38am 1.94.0,211 0 VERSION_BUMP 7d62bef2
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