Kagi vs TikTok
Based on our analysis, Kagi is the more privacy-respecting choice overall.
BACK →| Category | Kagi | TikTok |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | A · 88/100 | F · 18/100 |
| What they collect | Positive (91) | Concern (8) |
| Who they share it with | Positive (85) | Concern (15) |
| What you can do | Positive (86) | Concern (32) |
| What they promise | Positive (88) | Concern (20) |
Kagi is a paid search engine that treats your data as a liability rather than an asset — it doesn't track your searches, offers cryptocurrency and Tor payment options for near-total anonymity, and publishes a warrant canary; the main caveats are US jurisdiction, third-party content providers loaded on demand, and 'whenever possible' hedging on its AI providers.
View full analysis →TikTok collects your biometrics, keystroke patterns, and even content you record but never post — then shares data with ByteDance affiliates, advertisers, and researchers. You have limited control and no meaningful way to stop collection while using the app.
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