Improve web search with custom search engines

In plain words

This tool lets users create custom search engines to improve web search results. Launched in 2020, it's designed for anyone who wants to tailor search functionality to specific needs or interests. The product focuses on allowing people to build and configure their own search engines rather than relying solely on default search options, making it useful for researchers, specialists, or organizations with particular information needs.

written from the facts on this page · September 2026

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