How do I enable Sync & Backup?

If you’re syncing two devices:

1. Make sure you have the DuckDuckGo browser installed on both devices
2. Open the DuckDuckGo browser on each device
3. Go to Settings > Sync & Backup
4. Select Sync With Another Device
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect the two devices. If you’re syncing a phone or tablet and a computer:
   • You can use the mobile device to scan the QR code displayed on the computer
   • Otherwise, you can manually enter a code

If you don’t have a second device:

1. Open the DuckDuckGo browser
2. Go to Settings > Sync & Backup
3. Select Sync and Back Up This Device
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete setup
5. Be sure to save your Recovery Code in a safe place

Do I have to provide my email address or any other personal information to use Sync & Backup?

No. We designed Sync & Backup to work without any personal information from you.

Does it cost money to use Sync & Backup?

No, it’s a free feature of the DuckDuckGo browser.

What if I have two devices, but neither of them has a camera?

Scanning a QR code is not required to connect to devices. Instead, you can manually enter an alphanumeric code.

1. Open the DuckDuckGo browser on one of your devices
2. Go to Settings > Sync & Backup
   • Desktop: select Sync With Another Device > View Code
   • Mobile: select Sync With Another Device > Share Text Code
3. You’ll have several options for sending this code to your second device, such as email, text message, and notes app
4. On the second device, go to Settings > Sync & Backup
   • Desktop: select Enter Code
   • Mobile: select Manually Enter Code
5. Paste the text code from the first device

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