--- source_url: "https://brightdata.com/products/data-feeds/web-search-api" title: Web Search API - AI Search API for Developers mirrored_at: 2026-08-16T15:38:06.955Z host: brightdata.com cited_in_42a: true mirror_canonical: "https://index.42a.ai/brightdata.com/products/data-feeds/web-search-api" --- > **Original source:** https://brightdata.com/products/data-feeds/web-search-api Web Search API Access search results from 7 major search engines through a unified API. Power AI agents, SEO platforms, and business intelligence tools with real-time search data. [Start free trial](#popup-155639) [Contact sales](#popup-171881) No credit card required ![serp api](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/06/Web-scraper-API_component-6.svg) - Pay only for successful delivery - Instant search  results, under 1 second - Data delivered in JSON, HTML or Markdown - Geo-location targeting - **FREE** ## Trusted by 20,000+ customers worldwide ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/logo_cdnlogo.svg) ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/logo_club_med.svg) ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/logo_deloitte.svg) ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/logo_etoro.svg) ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/logo_mcdonalds.svg) ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/logo_moodys.svg) ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/logo_nbc_universal.svg) ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/logo_nokia.svg) ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/logo_oxford.svg) ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/logo_pfizer.svg) ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/logo_shopee.svg) ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/logo_taboola.svg) ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/logo_united_nations.svg) ## Query Multiple Search Engines Through One API #### Access search data from global and regional search engines covering 195 countries with consistent JSON, HTML, or Markdown output formats ![structured data](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/09/Group-1144099.svg) ### Global Search Engines Access worldwide search engines with comprehensive coverage of organic results, paid ads, knowledge graphs, and rich search features. ![code examples](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/09/Group-1144099-1.svg) ### Regional Leaders Query dominant regional search engines in Russia, China, Korea, and other key markets with native language support. ![documentation](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/09/Group-1144099-2.svg) ### Privacy-Focused Options Access unbiased, non-personalized search results from privacy-first engines for competitive analysis and unfiltered research. `import requests url = 'https://api.brightdata.com/request' headers = { 'Authorization': 'Bearer ', 'Content-Type': 'application/json' } payload = { 'zone': 'web_search', 'url': 'https://www.google.com/search?q=AI+trends+2026', 'format': 'json' # Get structured JSON output } response = requests.post(url, json=payload, headers=headers) data = response.json() # Access organic results for result in data.get('organic', []): print(f"{result['title']}: {result['link']}")` ``const response = await fetch('https://api.brightdata.com/request', { method: 'POST', headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer ', 'Content-Type': 'application/json' }, body: JSON.stringify({ zone: 'web_search', url: 'https://www.google.com/search?q=AI+trends+2026', format: 'json' }) }); const data = await response.json(); // Access organic results data.organic?.forEach(result => { console.log(`${result.title}: ${result.link}`); });`` `curl -X POST 'https://api.brightdata.com/request' -H 'Authorization: Bearer ' -H 'Content-Type: application/json' -d '{ "zone": "web_search", "url": "https://www.google.com/search?q=AI+trends+2026", "format": "json" }'` `# LangChain integration example from langchain.tools import Tool import requests def web_search(query: str) -> str: """Search the web using Web Search API""" response = requests.post( 'https://api.brightdata.com/request', headers={'Authorization': 'Bearer '}, json={ 'zone': 'web_search', 'url': f'https://www.google.com/search?q={query}', 'data_format': 'markdown' # Clean Markdown for LLMs } ) return response.text # Create LangChain tool search_tool = Tool( name="WebSearch", func=web_search, description="Search the web for current information" )` ## Built for AI Agents, SEO Platforms, and Enterprise Intelligence #### Trusted by leading technology companies worldwide ![search](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/06/Search-6.svg) ### AI Agents & RAG Power AI agents with real-time web search for data enrichment, fact-checking, and retrieval-augmented generation workflows ![shopping](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/06/shop_ecommerce_bag.svg) ### SEO Platforms Build rank tracking tools and monitoring dashboards with localized search data across engines and locations ![maps](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/06/map-3.svg) ### Market Intelligence Analyze search trends, competitor strategies, and market opportunities across industries and regions ![google hotels api](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/06/hotels-3.svg) ### Brand Protection Monitor brand mentions and sentiment across search results globally to protect reputation [Start free trial](#popup-155639) ## High-Performance Infrastructure for Scale Sub-second responses with 99.9% uptime for mission-critical applications powered by enterprise-grade infrastructure ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/10/fastest_box.svg) Lightning-Fast Responses Optimized for AI agents with sub-second response times for real-time applications * * * - Under 1-second latency Premium infrastructure delivering search results faster than ever for time-sensitive applications. - Perfect for AI workflows Seamless integration with LangChain, LlamaIndex, and custom AI frameworks. - Real-time enrichment Enable multi-step reasoning and dynamic information retrieval for intelligent agents. 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[Contact sales](#popup-160692 "Contact sales") ## How Web Search API works ![how maximize search](https://media.brightdata.com/2024/09/Group-1143943.svg) ## Web Search API Pricing ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2024/08/pricing_banner_ico.svg) Sign-up now and we’ll match your first deposit dollar for dollar, up to $500! ![pay as you go plan icon](https://media.brightdata.com/2024/08/ic_plan_1.svg) Pay as you go $1.5 /1K Results No commitment [Start free trial](#popup-155639) * * * Pay-as-you-go without a monthly commitment ![2nd plan icon](https://media.brightdata.com/2024/08/ic_plan_2.svg) 380K Results $1.3 /1K Results $499 Billed monthly [Start free trial](#popup-155639) * * * Tailored for teams looking to scale their operations ![3rd plan icon](https://media.brightdata.com/2024/08/ic_plan_3.svg) 900K Results $1.1 /1K Results $999 Billed monthly [Start free trial](#popup-155639) * * * Designed for large teams with extensive operational needs ![4th plan icon](https://media.brightdata.com/2024/08/ic_plan_4.svg) 2M Results $1 /1K Results $1999 Billed monthly [Start free trial](#popup-155639) * * * Advanced support and features for critical operations Enterprise For industry leaders: Elite data services for top-tier business requirements [Contact us](#popup-160692) - Account Manager - Custom packages - Premium SLA - Priority support - Tailored onboarding - SSO - Customizations - Audit Logs We accept these payment methods:![](https://media.brightdata.com/2024/10/dark_payment_methods.svg) ## About Bright Data's Web Search API ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/Global-coverage.png) ### Global coverage See search results as customers do in all 195 countries ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/real_time_results.png) ### Under 1-second delivery Get fresh search results data faster than your users can refresh the page ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/customized_data_delivery.png) ### Flexible, structured data Clean, structured JSON, HTML or Markdown, no parsing headaches ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/Enterprise-grade-performance.png) ### Enterprise-grade performance 99.9% uptime SLA, get the search data you need worldwide instantly ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/Never-pay-for-failed-requests.png) ### Never pay for failed requests Charges you only for successful data retrieval ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2025/07/Predictable-pricing.png) ### Predictable pricing No maintenance headaches, no wasted budget on failed attempts [Start free trial](#popup-155639) ## Trusted by Leading Technology Companies - 99.9% uptime guarantee - 195 countries coverage - Sub-second responses - Enterprise-grade security ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2023/03/Best-Performance.svg) ### Enterprise Scale Handle millions of daily requests with consistent performance ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2023/03/Non-stop-Innovation.svg) ### GDPR Compliant Fully compliant with data privacy regulations worldwide ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2023/03/Most-Reliable.svg) ### Expert Support Dedicated account managers and 24/7 technical assistance ### Complete Developer Experience Comprehensive Documentation Step-by-step guides and code examples in every language SDKs & Libraries Official libraries for Python, Node.js, and more Real-time Monitoring Dashboard with performance metrics and usage analytics Flexible Integration Works with LangChain, LlamaIndex, and custom frameworks Custom Solutions Tailored implementations for enterprise requirements ## Powering AI and Enterprise Applications Leading companies use Web Search API to build intelligent applications - ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2024/06/Xiaolong-Shi.jpg) I recommend using Bright Data’s products for any company, especially in the finance industry. Bright Data is trustworthy and compliant, the service is great, the products are flawless and their network is fast and stable. ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2023/01/bitget_logo_color_centered.svg) Xiaolong Shi Crawler Engineer at Bitget - ![nicholas renotte](https://media.brightdata.com/2023/01/nicholas-renotte-1.png) Bright Data has their own proxy infrastructure which helps keep your web data flowing plus, their web unlocker helps beat any pesky CAPTCHAs that might be holding you back. ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2023/01/nick_renotte_logo_img.svg) Nicholas Renotte Data Science Specialist [Watch now](https://www.youtube.com/embed/lJMqFO_xsDI "Play") - ![Charmagne-Cruz](https://media.brightdata.com/2022/06/Charmagne-Cruz-_Shopee-1.png) From my experience, Bright Data’s service has been invaluable. 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We have a regular communication channel with our account manager, who is very helpful. ![](https://media.brightdata.com/2022/10/convertgroup_logo_color_centered.svg) Yorgos Panzaris CTO at Convert Group - ![Man in blue shirt with arms crossed.](https://media.brightdata.com/2022/11/v2_Cheddi-Rai_Adretriever.png) We are very pleased with the partnership with Bright Data. Everything’s been good, the network has been very **stable**, we’re happy with the **customer service** and the **support** staff is bar none in our book. ![adretreaver](https://media.brightdata.com/2022/11/adretreaver_logo_color_centered.svg) Cheddi Rai CEO at AdRetreaver ## Start building with Web Search API [Start free trial](#popup-155639) ## Web Search API FAQs [ ### What is a Web Search API? ](<#What is a Web Search API?>) A Web Search API (also known as AI Search API) provides programmatic access to search engine results through a unified endpoint. Instead of manually querying search engines or managing complex scraping infrastructure, developers can retrieve structured search data via simple API calls for AI applications, SEO platforms, business intelligence, and research tools. Our API supports 7 major search engines with consistent data formats. [ ### Which search engines does the Web Search API support? ](<#Which search engines does the Web Search API support?>) We support **7 major search engines** covering 195 countries through a single unified API: - Global search leaders with worldwide coverage - Regional dominators in Russia and CIS countries - China's #1 search platform - Korea's leading search engine - Privacy-focused search options - Popular engines in Japan and Taiwan All with consistent JSON/HTML/Markdown output, geo-targeting, and pay-only-for-success pricing. [ ### How is this different from other search APIs? ](<#How is this different from other search APIs?>) Unlike single-engine APIs, our Web Search API provides unified access to multiple search engines through one endpoint with consistent data formats. We handle all proxy management, CAPTCHA solving, and anti-bot bypassing automatically. You get sub-second responses optimized for AI agents, automatic retry logic with 72M+ residential IPs, city-level geo-targeting across 195 countries, and only pay for successful requests. [ ### Can I use this for AI agents and LLMs? ](<#Can I use this for AI agents and LLMs?>) Absolutely. Our Web Search API is optimized for AI applications including: - **RAG** (Retrieval-Augmented Generation): Real-time context enrichment - **AI Agents**: Sub-second responses for multi-step reasoning workflows - **LLM Integration**: Markdown output format perfect for prompt context - **Fact-Checking**: Cross-reference information across multiple engines Seamless integration with LangChain, LlamaIndex, and custom AI frameworks. [ ### What output formats are available and when should I use each? ](<#What output formats are available and when should I use each?>) Web Search API offers three output formats: - **JSON**: Structured data perfect for applications, databases, and analytics workflows - **Markdown**: Clean, readable format ideal for LLMs, AI agents, and content analysis - **HTML** (raw): Complete page data for custom parsing or archival purposes Most developers use JSON for programmatic access, while AI/LLM applications prefer Markdown for cleaner context. [ ### How fast are the API responses? ](<#How fast are the API responses?>) Standard requests complete in under 5 seconds. For AI agents and real-time applications requiring sub-second performance, optimized routing infrastructure delivers complete search results in under 1 second. Contact sales for access to high-performance endpoints. [ ### How does geo-targeting work? ](<#How does geo-targeting work?>) Web Search API supports 195 countries with city-level targeting precision. Specify country codes, regions, cities, or coordinates in your request. We route queries through real residential IPs from our 72M+ IP pool in target locations, ensuring authentic results as seen by actual users. Perfect for local SEO, market research, and geo-specific analysis. [ ### What's included in the pricing? ](<#What's included in the pricing?>) Pay-per-request pricing with pay only for success: - All 7 search engines included (no per-engine surcharges) - All output formats (JSON, Markdown, HTML) - Geo-targeting in 195 countries - Automatic unlocking (proxy rotation, CAPTCHA solving) - Volume-based discounts You're only charged when search results are successfully delivered. [ ### Is there a limit to the number of concurrent requests? ](<#Is there a limit to the number of concurrent requests?>) No hard limits for enterprise accounts. Our infrastructure scales to handle millions of requests daily. Standard accounts support multiple concurrent requests. For applications requiring thousands of concurrent searches or custom limits, contact sales for dedicated infrastructure. [ ### When should I use asynchronous mode instead of regular requests? ](<#When should I use asynchronous mode instead of regular requests?>) Use async mode for high-volume batch operations (1,000+ queries), non-urgent data collection, or when you need maximum reliability. Async offers: - **99.99% success rate** (higher than sync) - Cost savings: only the "send request" is billed; collecting responses is **completely free** - Responses stored for 48 hours - retrieve multiple times at no cost - Usually ready in 5 minutes (max 8 hours during peak) Perfect for overnight batch jobs, competitor monitoring, or large-scale keyword research. [ ### How does async mode billing work? ](<#How does async mode billing work?>) You're only charged when **sending** the request. Collecting the response is **free**, and you can retrieve it multiple times within 48 hours at no additional cost. This means if you need to download the same results multiple times, or if your first download fails, you won't be charged again. [ ### How do you handle CAPTCHAs and anti-bot measures? ](<#How do you handle CAPTCHAs and anti-bot measures?>) All anti-bot mechanisms are handled automatically: - **CAPTCHA Solving**: Automatic resolution without manual intervention - **Proxy Rotation**: Each request uses different IPs from 72M+ residential pool - **Fingerprinting**: Browser fingerprint management and header optimization - **Retry Logic**: Automatic retries with different IPs on failures You make API calls—we handle all unlocking challenges transparently. ## Ready to access real-time search data? [Start free trial](#popup-155639)