DuckDuckGo Instant Answer API

The DuckDuckGo Instant Answer API provides quick answers to queries without tracking users. It returns structured results like definitions, topics, categories, and related information. Developers often use it for search integrations, knowledge panels, or lightweight information lookup in apps and websites.

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API Endpoints

Get instant answers and search results

Full URL

https://api.duckduckgo.com/

Code Examples

curl -X GET 'https://api.duckduckgo.com/'

Parameters

{
  "q": "artificial intelligence",
  "format": "json"
}

Example Response

{
  "Abstract": "AI is intelligence demonstrated by machines",
  "AbstractURL": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Artificial_intelligence",
  "AbstractSource": "Wikipedia"
}

Version

v1

Rate Limit

Unlimited
Tags
answersprivacysearch
Technical Details
Authentication
None
Response Formats
JSON
Availability
global
Status
Published
Rate Limits

None specified

Supported Languages
Any
Use Cases
privacy-focused search
factual answers
chatbots

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