How to filter AI-generated images in DuckDuckGo search results

It's frustrating when you search for a good photo only to get a bunch of AI-generated fakes. Since AI-generated photos are everywhere, DuckDuckGo has you covered with a new tool that lets you weed through the AI images and find the real thing.

 

Why do we need AI-generated image filtering?

The internet is awash with AI Slop. AI tools create weird images that look vaguely real but aren't, and they can mask the real photos you're looking for.

Let's say you search for "cute puppies," and half the results you get are AI-generated cartoons.

This is where DuckDuckGo comes in with a new feature that lets you filter AI-generated images in the browser, giving you more control.

This is great because you get real, authentic photos, not fake ones, and it keeps your search results clean and relevant. So if you prioritize privacy when browsing the web and don't care too much about AI, this feature is a big plus for you.

Enable AI image filters on DuckDuckGo

To filter AI-generated images in DuckDuckGo, launch the app and type in your search query, like "cute puppies" , then press Enter . Then, click the Images tab .

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Now, look for the AI images drop-down menu near the top of the results, below the search bar.

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Click the drop-down menu and select Hide to filter AI-generated images in DuckDuckGo.

Disable AI images via DuckDuckGo settings

Alternatively, you can tweak the settings to keep it the same: Launch the app, click on the Menu option -> Settings .

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Click AI features . Then, click Open Search Assist Settings .

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Find the Hide AI-generated Images option and enable it. Now, click Save and exit to apply the changes.

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After that, you will no longer see AI images in search.

If you want an even faster solution, visit noai.duckduckgo.com on other browsers without downloading the DuckDuckGo app.

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This subdomain automatically filters AI-generated images in DuckDuckGo and even disables AI text summaries for search results.

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While the filter is based on open source tools like uBockOrigin and uBlacklist, it is not perfect and may miss some AI images.

 

Therefore, you can learn how to detect AI-generated images to detect fake images manually.

Tips for a better search experience

To get the most out of your DuckDuckGo browsing experience, follow these steps:

  1. Bookmark noai.duckduckgo.com for instant AI-free search.
  2. Combine the DuckDuckGo extension with privacy-focused browsers or other privacy extensions like uBlock Origin to block ads and pop-ups.
  3. Toggle the filter to show AI in the drop-down menu if you need a sketch idea for something creative.
  4. Stay tuned for more updates from DuckDuckGo as they are planning to add more filters to improve your search experience.

If you are tired of AI in other Chromium browsers, you can follow these steps to disable Google's AI search.

Filtering AI-generated images in DuckDuckGo is easy and makes your search results a lot better. With just a few clicks, you can cut through the AI clutter and focus on the results that are actually useful. Give it a try and let us know! For more tips, check out why Google manually deletes weird AI Overview answers.

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