DuckDuckGo is a search engine that prioritizes user privacy. This app does not track user data or display advertising tailored to user preferences.
How to Open Blocked DuckDuckGo Site
However, sometimes the DuckDuckGo site cannot be accessed because it is blocked by an internet service provider or government. How do I open a blocked DuckDuckGo site?
There are several ways to open blocked DuckDuckGo sites, including:
Using Browser Add-Ons
One of the easiest ways to open blocked DuckDuckGo sites is to use a browser add-on.
Browser add-ons are additional applications that can be installed on desktop browsers such as Chrome or Firefox. Browser add-ons can help you change the default search engine settings in your browser to DuckDuckGo. Here are the steps:
- Open your desktop browser.
- Visit the official DuckDuckGo website.
- Click the Add to Chrome or Add to Firefox button, depending on the browser you use.
- Once you have finished downloading the add-on, click the DuckDuckGo icon in the upper right corner of the browser.
- Type the address of the site you want to visit and press enter.
- The site can now be accessed via the DuckDuckGo search engine.
Changing Search Engine Settings in Browser
Another way to open blocked DuckDuckGo sites is to change the search engine settings in the browser. This method is similar to the previous method, but without the need to install a browser add-on. Here are the steps:
- Open your desktop browser.
- Open browser settings.
- Look for the Search engine option.
- Select DuckDuckGo as the default search engine.
- Save settings and exit browser settings.
- Now, type the address of the site you want to visit in the search field and press enter.
- The site can now be accessed via the DuckDuckGo search engine.
Using the DuckDuckGo Application on a Smartphone
The third way to open the blocked DuckDuckGo site is to use the DuckDuckGo application on your smartphone. This application is available for Android and iOS and can be used as the default search engine in your smartphone browser. Here are the steps:
- Download the DuckDuckGo app from Google Play Store or App Store.
- Open the application and agree to its terms of use.
- Click the menu icon in the bottom left corner of the application.
- Select the Settings option.
- Select the Set as Default Browser option or Make the Default Browser.
- Follow the instructions that appear to change your default browser settings to DuckDuckGo.
- Now, type the address of the site you want to visit in the search field and press enter.
- The site can now be accessed via the DuckDuckGo app.
Using a VPN
The fourth way to open the blocked DuckDuckGo site is to use a VPN. VPN is an abbreviation of Virtual Private Network, which is a private network that can connect you to servers in other locations.
By using a VPN, you can change your IP address and access sites that are blocked by your ISP or government. Here are the steps:
- Download the VPN app from Google Play Store or App Store. There are many choices of VPN applications that you can use, such as Psiphon, Turbo VPN, or ExpressVPN.
- Open the VPN application and select the server you want to use. Typically, servers located in countries that do not censor the internet will be better.
- Activate the VPN connection and wait for it to connect.
- Open your browser and visit the DuckDuckGo site.
- The site can now be accessed via VPN.
Using Proxies
The fifth way to open a blocked DuckDuckGo site is to use a proxy. A proxy is a service that can connect you to blocked sites through an intermediary server.
By using a proxy, you can hide your IP address and access sites that are blocked by your ISP or government. Here are the steps:
- Open the browser on your phone and visit the CroxyProxy or ProxySite site.
- Select the proxy server you want to use in the dropdown menu.
- Enter the link to the blocked site you want to visit in the column provided.
- Click the Go button.
- Wait until the site is successfully displayed
Using Tor Browser
Finally, to open the blocked DuckDuckGo site, use the Tor Browser. Tor Browser is a special browser that can encrypt your internet traffic and send it through a worldwide network of volunteer relays.
By using Tor Browser, you can maintain your privacy and access sites that are blocked by your ISP or government. Here are the steps:
- Download the Tor Browser app from Google Play Store or App Store.
- Open the application and click the Connect button.
- Wait until the connection is established and the browser opens.
- Type the DuckDuckGo site address in the search field and press enter.
- The site can now be accessed via Tor Browser