Decentralized search with crypto rewards and no tracking.
What is Presearch?
Presearch is a decentralized, open-source search engine that aims to challenge Google's dominance. Unlike traditional search engines, Presearch:
Runs on a decentralized network of nodes
Rewards users with PRE cryptocurrency for searching
Doesn't track users or build profiles
Aggregates results from multiple search sources
Is community-driven and open source
Quick Facts
Launched: 2017
Index: Multiple sources (aggregated)
AI Features: None
Tracking: None
Unique: Earn PRE crypto tokens
How Presearch Works
Decentralized Architecture
Unlike Google's centralized servers, Presearch runs on a network of community-operated nodes:
Node operators - Community members run nodes and earn PRE tokens
No single point of control - Distributed infrastructure
Censorship resistant - Harder to manipulate or shut down
Search Sources
Presearch aggregates results from multiple search providers:
Google (optional)
Bing
DuckDuckGo
Wikipedia
And many others via "providers"
You can customize which providers appear in your results.
Keyword Staking
Advertisers stake PRE tokens on keywords. When someone searches that keyword, staked ads appear. This creates a transparent, decentralized advertising model without tracking.
PRE Token Rewards
How to Earn PRE
Create a free Presearch account
Set Presearch as your default search engine
Search as you normally would
Earn up to 0.1 PRE per search (max ~25/day)
Withdraw at 1,000 PRE or stake for advertising
Reward Details
Rate: ~0.1 PRE per qualifying search
Daily cap: Approximately 25 searches rewarded per day
Minimum withdrawal: 1,000 PRE
Token value: Varies (check exchanges for current price)
What to Do with PRE
Withdraw: Transfer to a crypto wallet and sell
Stake on keywords: Advertise your own content
Run a node: Stake PRE to operate a search node
Hold: Keep tokens hoping value increases
Note: Cryptocurrency values are volatile. PRE token value can go up or down. Don't rely on Presearch rewards as income.
Privacy Features
No TrackingDecentralized
What Presearch Doesn't Collect
Search history linked to identity (without account)
User behavior profiles
Cross-site tracking data
Personal information for advertising
With an Account
If you create an account to earn rewards:
Email address is stored
Search count is tracked (for rewards)
Searches are not linked to your account for profiling
Anonymous Use
You can use Presearch without an account for full anonymity - you just won't earn rewards.
Search Quality
Strengths
Multiple sources - Aggregates from several search engines
Customizable - Choose which providers to include
No filter bubbles - Same results for everyone
Instant answers - Wikipedia, calculations, etc.
Weaknesses
Less polished - Interface not as refined as Google
Variable quality - Depends on which providers are enabled
Slower - Aggregation can add latency
Limited features - Fewer advanced search tools
Best Use Cases
Presearch works well for:
General web searches
Users who want decentralization
Those interested in earning crypto
Privacy-focused searches
Pros and Cons
Pros
Earn crypto for searching
Decentralized infrastructure
No tracking or profiles
Open source
Multiple search providers
Community-driven
No AI features
Cons
Results less polished
Slower than centralized options
Crypto rewards are small
1,000 PRE withdrawal minimum
Less comprehensive results
Learning curve for features
How to Use Presearch
Quick Start (No Account)
Just visit presearch.com and search. No signup required for basic use.
Presearch is a decentralized search engine that doesn't track users and rewards them with PRE cryptocurrency tokens. It aggregates results from multiple sources and runs on community-operated nodes.
How do Presearch rewards work?
Create a free account, search normally, and earn ~0.1 PRE per search (up to ~25 per day). Once you reach 1,000 PRE, you can withdraw to a crypto wallet or stake tokens for advertising.
Is Presearch private?
Yes. Presearch doesn't track your searches or build profiles. Without an account, it's fully anonymous. With an account, only your email and search count (for rewards) are stored - searches aren't linked to your identity.
Is Presearch better than Google?
For privacy and earning rewards, yes. For search quality, Google is still better for complex queries. Presearch is best for users who value decentralization and don't mind slightly less polished results.
How much can I earn with Presearch?
You can earn approximately 25 PRE per day (maximum). The actual dollar value depends on PRE's market price, which fluctuates. Don't expect to earn significant money - think of it as a bonus for using a privacy-focused search engine.