How is LibreSearch funded without ads?
Last updated June 2, 2026
LibreSearch doesn't run ads and doesn't sell data, so funding comes from people and organizations who want a private search engine to exist.
Where support comes from
- Donations from users who value the service — see the donate page.
- Backing from Arcbase, the team behind LibreSearch.
- Optional paid plans for organizations via Enterprise.
Why no ads
Ad-funded search has to profile you to target ads. Removing ads removes the incentive to track — which is exactly the point.