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I also occasionally try Brave search when a DDG search fails. Sometimes Brave finds what I want, but I frequently get Captcha (and now proof of work) challenges

I also occasionally try Brave search when a DDG search fails. Sometimes Brave finds what I want, but I frequently get Captcha (and now proof of work) challenges that are quite annoying. I don't get this with any other search provider (though StartPage would frequently do this a while back). I hope this is just a phase, because I would likely use Brave Search more if not for this issue.

pythux 3y ago
Hi, Brave engineer here, Are you by any chance using a VPN while using Brave Search? (ProtonVPN?) Thanks for your help, we're working on ways to reduce the number of captchas shown to VPN users and your feedback is very useful.
- nsagent 3y ago
  Sorry, just saw your response. I indeed use ProtonVPN.
  - pythux 3y ago
    Thanks for confirming, we've just deployed some improvements to better handle VPN traffic and penalize legit users less. I hope this improves your QoL on Brave Search.