Change Your iPhone Search Engine: Quick Privacy Guide

Google isn’t the only search engine—there are more private options to consider. In this lesson, learners explore alternatives like DuckDuckGo and Ecosia and switch their default search engine for less tracking and better privacy. This lesson is part of Unscammable Essentials Phase 3.

Author

Linda Fawcus
February 05, 2025

What You’ll Teach

In this lesson, you’ll guide students through:

  • Why Your Search Engine Choice Matters: How search engines track data and why switching may improve privacy.

  • How to Change the Default Search Engine: Step-by-step instructions for selecting a more private option.

  • Top Search Engine Alternatives: A breakdown of privacy-focused search engines like DuckDuckGo and Ecosia.

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Lesson Plan

Here's a brief lesson plan that outlines each step of the lesson. You’ll find all the details clearly laid out on the slides.

Objective of this lesson: Teach learners how to switch Safari’s default search engine to improve privacy and customize their browsing experience.

  1. Begin by explaining:

    • What’s a search engine? The tool Safari uses to find websites and information. The default is Google, but you can switch to alternatives for more privacy.

    • Why does it matter? Changing your search engine can reduce data tracking and offer results tailored to your preferences.

  2. Have the group follow the included step-by-step instructions for this skill.

  3. Try the included “Get Hands On” activities.

  4. Discuss the suggested Gluu Tips.

  5. Cover off glossary terms where needed.

  6. Check what your students have learned by referring to the “Check What You Know” slide. Now is a good time to pause for questions.

  7. Help learners use QR code to download student resources for all lessons in this phase.

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