

On the other hand, it's impossible to retrieve your search history and other personal data from DuckDuckGo.

Keep in mind that Google doesn't have to keep track of your personal data-it just does. Exceptions can be made in certain emergency cases, though even then the government can't force Google to disclose anything.Īlthough Google will only send your personal information to law enforcement when there's a warrant, it can still disclose your data if there's a reason to believe you're a threat to public safety. The government needs legal process-such as a subpoena, court order or search warrant-to force Google to disclose user information. Take a look at Google's policy on disclosing your search history for legal purposes: But that's not all search engines are sometimes legally required to reveal your search history to law enforcement. Data breaches, security holes, and accidental leaks can all put your personal information at risk.
