In a bold move that reflects user demand, VPN-focused search engine DuckDuckGo has officially launched a groundbreaking feature allowing users to filter out pesky AI-generated images from their search results.

Why this feature? According to DuckDuckGo, many users voiced their frustrations, claiming that the overwhelming amount of AI images cluttered their searches and made it harder to find the content they truly wanted.

How to Activate the AI Image Filter

Using this innovative tool is a breeze! Simply conduct a search on DuckDuckGo, navigate to the Images tab, and you’ll spot a new dropdown menu labeled cAI images. From here, you can effortlessly choose to either 'show' or 'hide' AI content.

Alternatively, you can enable the filter directly through your search settings by selecting the Hide AI-Generated Images option.

A Response to the AI Content Flood

This launch comes at a time when users are inundated with low-quality media dubbed 'AI slop,' generated by various AI technologies. DuckDuckGo's filtering tool aims to clear this digital clutter.

According to DuckDuckGo, the filter utilizes curated open-source blocklists, including the notorious ‘nuclear’ list from uBlockOrigin and the comprehensive uBlacklist Huge AI Blocklist. While DuckDuckGo clarifies that it won’t eliminate every single AI-generated image, it promises to significantly lower their presence in your search results.

What's Next for DuckDuckGo?

While details are sparse, DuckDuckGo hints at plans for even more advanced filters in the pipeline. Stay tuned, as they continue to refine your search experience!