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Presearch

Established 2017

A private, decentralised search engine that rewards searching with PRE tokens.

Presearch is a search engine built on the idea that your query history shouldn't be a commodity: no tracking, aggregating or profiling, with results sourced from a decentralised network of community-run nodes. Users earn PRE tokens for searching and node operators earn for serving queries.

Quick facts

Founded

2017

Pros

No search-history tracking or profiling
Node network reduces single-point control
Earn small PRE rewards for normal use

Cons

Result quality trails Google/Bing for some queries
PRE token utility is still maturing
Smaller index means niche queries miss

Best for

People who want private search without leaving crypto

Fees

Free. PRE rewards accrue for searching and staking nodes.

Security notes

Privacy-focused design with anonymous usage possible. The search-quality trade-off is the honest headline.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Presearch?

Presearch is A private, decentralised search engine that rewards searching with PRE tokens. Presearch is a search engine built on the idea that your query history shouldn't be a commodity: no tracking, aggregating or profiling, with results sourced from a decentralised network of community-run nodes. Users earn PRE tokens for searching and node operators earn for serving queries.

Is Presearch safe to use?

Privacy-focused design with anonymous usage possible. The search-quality trade-off is the honest headline. As always, verify details on the official site before trusting funds to any service.

How much does Presearch cost?

Free. PRE rewards accrue for searching and staking nodes. Figures change — confirm current pricing on the official site before deciding.

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