Seamlessly query the DuckDuckGo Search and Instant Answers Extractor API to access instant knowledge answers, topic definitions, infobox entities, related search topics, and external reference links, all without encountering rate limitations or captchas.
[
{
"id": "duckduckgo-search-api_1000",
"service": "duckduckgo-search-api",
"title": "DUCKDUCKGO SEARCH Record #1",
"status": "VERIFIED_ACTIVE",
"result": "Processed query successfully for duckduckgo-search-api",
"inputReceived": {
"queries": [
"Apify web scraping",
"Python programming"
],
"maxResultsPerQuery": 10
},
"data": {
"index": 1,
"relevanceScore": 0.95,
"summary": "High-fidelity structured response for DUCKDUCKGO SEARCH query parameter extraction.",
"attributes": {
"region": "Global",
"category": "DUCKDUCKGO",
"timestamp": "2026-10-12T06:09:21.148Z"
}
},
"timestamp": "2026-10-12T06:09:21.148Z"
},
{
"id": "duckduckgo-search-api_1001",
"service": "duckduckgo-search-api",
"title": "DUCKDUCKGO SEARCH Record #2",
"status": "VERIFIED_ACTIVE",
"result": "Processed query successfully for duckduckgo-search-api",
"inputReceived": {
"queries": [
"Apify web scraping",
"Python programming"
],
"maxResultsPerQuery": 10
},
"data": {
"index": 2,
"relevanceScore": 0.8999999999999999,
"summary": "High-fidelity structured response for DUCKDUCKGO SEARCH query parameter extraction.",
"attributes": {
"region": "Global",
"category": "DUCKDUCKGO",
"timestamp": "2026-10-12T06:09:21.148Z"
}
},
"timestamp": "2026-10-12T06:09:21.148Z"
},
{
"id": "duckduckgo-search-api_1002",
"service": "duckduckgo-search-api",
"title": "DUCKDUCKGO SEARCH Record #3",
"status": "VERIFIED_ACTIVE",
"result": "Processed query successfully for duckduckgo-search-api",
"inputReceived": {
"queries": [
"Apify web scraping",
"Python programming"
],
"maxResultsPerQuery": 10
},
"data": {
"index": 3,
"relevanceScore": 0.85,
"summary": "High-fidelity structured response for DUCKDUCKGO SEARCH query parameter extraction.",
"attributes": {
"region": "Global",
"category": "DUCKDUCKGO",
"timestamp": "2026-10-12T06:09:21.148Z"
}
},
"timestamp": "2026-10-12T06:09:21.148Z"
},
{
"id": "duckduckgo-search-api_1003",
"service": "duckduckgo-search-api",
"title": "DUCKDUCKGO SEARCH Record #4",
"status": "VERIFIED_ACTIVE",
"result": "Processed query successfully for duckduckgo-search-api",
"inputReceived": {
"queries": [
"Apify web scraping",
"Python programming"
],
"maxResultsPerQuery": 10
},
"data": {
"index": 4,
"relevanceScore": 0.7999999999999999,
"summary": "High-fidelity structured response for DUCKDUCKGO SEARCH query parameter extraction.",
"attributes": {
"region": "Global",
"category": "DUCKDUCKGO",
"timestamp": "2026-10-12T06:09:21.148Z"
}
},
"timestamp": "2026-10-12T06:09:21.148Z"
},
{
"id": "duckduckgo-search-api_1004",
"service": "duckduckgo-search-api",
"title": "DUCKDUCKGO SEARCH Record #5",
"status": "VERIFIED_ACTIVE",
"result": "Processed query successfully for duckduckgo-search-api",
"inputReceived": {
"queries": [
"Apify web scraping",
"Python programming"
],
"maxResultsPerQuery": 10
},
"data": {
"index": 5,
"relevanceScore": 0.75,
"summary": "High-fidelity structured response for DUCKDUCKGO SEARCH query parameter extraction.",
"attributes": {
"region": "Global",
"category": "DUCKDUCKGO",
"timestamp": "2026-10-12T06:09:21.148Z"
}
},
"timestamp": "2026-10-12T06:09:21.148Z"
}
]
curl --location --request POST 'https://zylalabs.com/api/14151/duckduckgo+search+and+instant+answers+extractor+api/35195/execute+duckduckgo+search+and+instant+answers+extractor+api' --header 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY'
--data-raw '{"queries":["Apify web scraping","Python programming"],"maxResultsPerQuery":10}'
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Seamlessly query the DuckDuckGo Search and Instant Answers Extractor API to access instant knowledge answers, topic definitions, infobox entities, related search topics, and external reference links, all without encountering rate limitations or captchas.
The API returns structured data including instant knowledge answers, topic definitions, infobox entities, related search topics, and external reference links. This data is designed to provide concise information relevant to user queries.
Key fields in the response include "id," "title," "result," "data" (which contains "summary," "attributes," and "relevanceScore"), and "timestamp." These fields help identify the search result and provide relevant information.
The API provides access to definitions, summaries, quick facts, and related search topics. It is useful for applications needing reliable answers, such as educational tools and chatbots.
The response data is organized in a JSON format, with each search result represented as an object containing fields like "id," "service," "title," and "data." This structure allows for easy parsing and integration into applications.
Users can customize their requests using parameters such as "queries" (to specify search terms) and "maxResultsPerQuery" (to limit the number of results). This flexibility allows for tailored search experiences.
The API sources data from DuckDuckGo, which emphasizes user privacy and reliable information. Regular updates and quality checks help ensure the accuracy and relevance of the returned data.
Typical use cases include integrating search functionalities into applications, developing educational tools, creating chatbots, and enhancing user experiences with quick access to reliable information.
Users can extract relevant information from fields like "summary" and "attributes" to display concise answers in their applications. The "relevanceScore" can help prioritize results based on their relevance to the query.
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