Off-topic [0]: I would be very interested in an economic model that would work for such a search engine. Donations are fine, but (imho) it will take much more than that to keep the lights on, let alone expand...
The "fairest" solution for both sides I can think of is ads which no not send tracking information, and are shown primarily based on search terms and country, or even other parameters that the visitor has set explicitly. Any other ideas on how to finance such an engine so that incentives are aligned?
[0]: EDIT: off-topic because the page clearly states that this project will be financed with donations only.
The "fairest" solution for both sides I can think of is ads which no not send tracking information, and are shown primarily based on search terms and country, or even other parameters that the visitor has set explicitly. Any other ideas on how to finance such an engine so that incentives are aligned?
[0]: EDIT: off-topic because the page clearly states that this project will be financed with donations only.