Uruky, an EU-based privacy-focused search engine alternative to Kagi, has launched image search and URL rewrite features. The company is moving away from NDA requirements for source code access, instead considering a source-available license like PolyForm Shield, and plans to allow long-term users to download the codebase. The service has surpassed 100 monthly active users and offers a 2-hour free trial via proof-of-work captcha.
Background
Kagi is a privacy-focused search engine that has gained attention as an alternative to Google, offering ad-free and tracker-free search experiences. The search engine market has seen growing interest in privacy-preserving alternatives to major tech companies.
- Source
- Hacker News (RSS)
- Published
- Jun 4, 2026 at 04:56 PM
- Score
- 5.0 / 10