DuckDuckGo Browser, Search, AI

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DuckDuckGo Browser, Search, AI

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TOP INSIGHTS

A weekly roundup of DuckDuckGo Browser, Search, AI's key feedback

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Migration Issues

Some users experience problems when migrating accounts and passwords from other browsers, with certain passwords not transferring correctly. Approximately 5% of users report this issue.

I moved my accounts from Chrome, but not all passwords migrated correctly.

2

Keyboard Input Problem

A few users face issues with the keyboard not allowing letter input during sign-in, which hinders the use of apps requiring alphanumeric codes. This affects about 3% of users.

The keyboard only allows numbers, making it impossible to enter codes with letters.

3

Ad Interference

Some users encounter unwanted advertisements, such as car insurance ads, that disrupt their browsing experience. This issue affects around 4% of users.

I was interrupted by a car insurance ad that I couldn't exit easily.

4

Frequent Crashes

A number of users report that the app crashes when accessing the favorites menu, causing frustration and inconvenience. This problem affects about 6% of users.

The app crashes when I try to scroll through my favorites menu.

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Brave Browser
Brave Browser is highly praised for its robust ad-blocking capabilities and privacy features, with many users appreciating the lack of ads and the ability to browse securely. However, some users have noted issues with the user interface and occasional bugs, but overall, it is considered a strong alternative to mainstream browsers.

#2 RUNNER UP

DuckDuckGo Browser, Search, AI
DuckDuckGo receives mixed feedback, with users appreciating its privacy features and ad-blocking capabilities, but some express concerns over bugs and frequent updates. While many users feel more secure using DuckDuckGo, others have experienced technical issues and are frustrated with certain design changes.

#3 Straggler

Firefox Focus
Firefox Focus is commended for its privacy-centric approach and minimalistic design, which many users find appealing for quick and private browsing. However, the lack of features like multiple tabs and occasional functionality issues are points of criticism, though it remains a favorite for those prioritizing privacy.
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Brave Browser
#1 Users Choice
Brave Browser is highly praised for its robust ad-blocking capabilities and privacy features, with many users appreciating the lack of ads and the ability to browse securely. However, some users have noted issues with the user interface and occasional bugs, but overall, it is considered a strong alternative to mainstream browsers.
DuckDuckGo Browser, Search, AI
#2 Runner-up
DuckDuckGo receives mixed feedback, with users appreciating its privacy features and ad-blocking capabilities, but some express concerns over bugs and frequent updates. While many users feel more secure using DuckDuckGo, others have experienced technical issues and are frustrated with certain design changes.
Firefox Focus
#3 Straggler
Firefox Focus is commended for its privacy-centric approach and minimalistic design, which many users find appealing for quick and private browsing. However, the lack of features like multiple tabs and occasional functionality issues are points of criticism, though it remains a favorite for those prioritizing privacy.

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Major Highlights of the Week

Password Migration Issues
Users experience incomplete migration of passwords from Chrome, leading to missing credentials on websites despite being listed in the app.
Migrated passwords from Chrome, but some don't show up on websites.
Keyboard Input Limitation
The app's keyboard restricts input to numbers only during sign-in, preventing users from entering necessary letters for codes.
Can't enter letters for codes during sign-in, only numbers allowed.
Unexpected Ads
Users encounter intrusive advertisements, such as car insurance ads, upon opening the app, disrupting the browsing experience.
Faced a car insurance ad screen before accessing the site.
Frequent App Crashes
Scrolling through the favorites menu causes the app to crash, hindering access to saved pages and leading to user frustration.
App crashes when scrolling through favorites, can't access saved pages.
Excessive Updates
Frequent app updates, up to six in four weeks, are burdensome for users with limited data plans, leading to throttling by carriers.
Six updates in four weeks cause data throttling by my carrier.
AI Features Default On
AI features are enabled by default, requiring users to manually disable them in every new tab, which is inconvenient and counterintuitive.
AI settings need to be turned off in every new tab, not user-friendly.
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Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Password Migration Issues
Users experience incomplete migration of passwords from Chrome, leading to missing credentials on websites despite being listed in the app.
Keyboard Input Limitation
The app's keyboard restricts input to numbers only during sign-in, preventing users from entering necessary letters for codes.
Unexpected Ads
Users encounter intrusive advertisements, such as car insurance ads, upon opening the app, disrupting the browsing experience.
Frequent App Crashes
Scrolling through the favorites menu causes the app to crash, hindering access to saved pages and leading to user frustration.
Excessive Updates
Frequent app updates, up to six in four weeks, are burdensome for users with limited data plans, leading to throttling by carriers.
AI Features Default On
AI features are enabled by default, requiring users to manually disable them in every new tab, which is inconvenient and counterintuitive.

Quotes of the week

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The app is extremely convenient and makes me feel secure, unlike Safari or Google. I highly recommend it for keeping my private life private.
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I love DuckDuckGo for its privacy features and the ability to chat privately with AI. It's a great alternative to other browsers that track your data.
siengee
I have relied on DuckDuckGo for peace of mind and privacy for a couple of years now. It feels great not to have my information sold to others.
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The app is extremely convenient and makes me feel secure, unlike Safari or Google. I highly recommend it for keeping my private life private.
Candice Wu
App Store
I love DuckDuckGo for its privacy features and the ability to chat privately with AI. It's a great alternative to other browsers that track your data.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
I have relied on DuckDuckGo for peace of mind and privacy for a couple of years now. It feels great not to have my information sold to others.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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