Ecosia: Search to plant trees

Ecosia is more than just a search engine—it’s a simple, meaningful way for anyone to take daily climate action. Each search you make helps fund real environmental impact, from planting trees in biodiversity hotspots to supporting vulnerable communities affected by deforestation. With over 230 million trees planted across 35+ countries, Ecosia users form one of the world’s largest climate-positive movements, making a difference one search at a time.

Search With Purpose

Ecosia works like any other search engine, earning income from the ads you click. The difference? 100% of those profits go directly toward climate action, with most funding tree-planting projects worldwide. From mangrove restoration to reforesting deserts and supporting Indigenous communities, Ecosia’s projects are carefully selected to promote long-term ecological health and social resilience. 

Your Data Stays Yours

Privacy matters. Ecosia collects only the minimal data needed to deliver relevant search results, and all searches are securely encrypted. The company does not create personal profiles, sell data, or use tracking tools to follow you around the web. Their mission is clear: “We want trees, not your data.”

Powered by the Sun

Ecosia is committed to clean energy. The company operates its own solar plants that generate twice the electricity needed to power all searches made on the platform. This means your everyday browsing actively pushes fossil fuels out of the energy grid, contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

Climate Positive & Transparent

Ecosia is a not-for-profit, steward-owned company with climate action built into its structure. No one can take profits out of the company, and all revenue is reinvested into environmental impact. To ensure full transparency, Ecosia publishes monthly financial reports, allowing users to see exactly how funds are spent and how many trees were planted. There’s no greenwashing—just clear, measurable climate action.

Why Choose Ecosia?

100% of Profits for the Planet

All profits go directly into funding tree planting and climate initiatives, not shareholders.

No Greenwashing

Ecosia’s public financial reports show precisely how money is used each month, ensuring full honesty and accountability.

Collective Climate Action

Millions of people use Ecosia daily, making it the world’s largest community-driven tree-planting movement.

Beyond Carbon Neutral

Ecosia’s solar plants produce double the clean energy needed, meaning each search adds renewable power to the grid.

FAQs

1. How does Ecosia plant trees by searching?

Ecosia earns money from ads shown in search results. All profits are used to fund global reforestation and climate projects.

2. Is Ecosia free to use?

Yes. Ecosia works like any other free search engine—you simply browse as usual while supporting climate action.

3. Does Ecosia track or sell my data?

No. Ecosia does not sell personal data, create user profiles, or use third-party tracking tools. Your searches stay private.

4. How environmentally friendly is Ecosia?

Ecosia runs entirely on renewable energy. Its solar plants generate more electricity than the company uses, helping replace fossil fuels on the grid.

5. Where are Ecosia’s trees planted?

Trees are planted in 35+ countries across Africa, Latin America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on biodiversity hotspots and community-led restoration projects.

Version History

v10.0.2—30 May, 2024

We are always working hard to make Ecosia better for you. Send any questions or feedback to our team at androidapp@ecosia.org, we love hearing from you!

v10.0.1—11 Apr, 2024

We updated the entire foundation of our app. This makes our browser faster, more stable and more secure.

We are always working hard to make Ecosia better for you. Send any questions or feedback to our team at androidapp@ecosia.org, we love hearing from you!

v10.0.0—8 Apr, 2024