I truly wonder what Lemmy has to say about this partnership. This is going to make a interesting discussion i think. Personally have no experience with Qwant, what they are and their policies.
Directly from their blogpost;
Empowering Choice: Firefox Partners with Qwant for a Better Web;
Your tech choices matter more than ever. That’s why at Firefox, we believe in empowering users to make informed decisions that align with their values. In that spirit, we’re excited to announce our partnership with Qwant, a search engine that prioritizes user privacy and tracker blocking.
Did you know you could choose the search engine of your choice right from your Firefox URL bar? Whether you prioritize privacy, climate protection, or simply want a search experience tailored to your preferences, we’ve got you covered.
Qwant is a privacy-focused search engine that puts your needs first while protecting your personal data. By blocking trackers and advertisements, Qwant helps your search results remain unbiased and comprehensive. Just like Firefox, they are committed to protecting your privacy and preserving the decentralized nature of the web, where people have control over their online experiences.
Together, Firefox and Qwant are contributing to a more open, inclusive web, and above all — one where you can make an informed choice about what tech you use, and why. Your tech choices make a difference.
As Firefox continues to champion user empowerment and innovation, we invite you to join us in shaping a web that works for everyone. Together, let’s make a positive impact—one search at a time.
Source: https://blog.mozilla.org/en/products/firefox-partners-with-qwant/
Why not use DDG?
DDG is abysmal for technical subjects such as programming. When searching for anything mildly specific in that arena, I nearly always need to re-search on a different engine to find anything useful
DDG has fallen off HARD recently. They definitely aren’t what they used to be.
I’ve used it every day for years and I haven’t noticed a difference
Mostly just results quality and starting to push more ads instead of real results. I can’t provide any real stats but I have been very frustrated with it and had to switch out and I know a few others who had.
Care to explain more?
I’m not that guy, but I recently switched off of DDG because I’ve been getting so frustrated with the results quality. I’m not sure if it actually got worse or not, I just know it’s not good enough.
I can pretty much dismiss the 1st page of results as SEO cheats or sponsors
Like the other guy said. Results quality and pushing more ads instead of results.
DDG also has a partnership with Firefox. It’s one of the selectable engines included in Firefox (at least in the US).