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Powering search results on more than 2,000 websites. Free, effective, and simple — Search.gov has all you need to get search right on your website.

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Built for government — Secure, compliant, designed around the unique circumstances of government web publishing.

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How do I get search right on my website?

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    Making improvements to your site can be exciting but also daunting. We created a guide to help you keep your search working well on the new site.

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