How can I get Google free?
How to Live Without Google: Alternatives That Protect Your…
- Google Search → DuckDuckGo (free)
- Gmail, Calendar & Contacts → FastMail (paid), ProtonMail (free with paid options), Tutanota (free with paid options)
- YouTube → Vimeo (free with paid options)
- Google Maps → Apple Maps (free), OpenStreetMap (free)
Do I need a Google account?
Android itself does not require a Google account to use, only Google’s proprietary applications do.
Is it possible to go completely Google-Free on Android?
If you’re interested in using Android but don’t want all the Googly-ness of it, there are ways to go completely Google-free. With the right set of tools, you can have a truly open Android experience. Why Would You Want to Do This?
Can I use Android without Google Play Services?
As it turns out, giving up and saying no to Google is possible, and the experience isn’t nearly as bad as you might think. This is a look at what I’m still able to do on Android without relying on any of Google’s services, including Google Play Services, and what I have had to give up. Why Use Android Without Google?
Should you buy a Google-stripped Android phone?
If you find yourself liking the idea of Android but would rather not have the Google part of things, then a Google-stripped Android phone might be a good solution for you. Of course, this requires some tinkering. You can’t just strip Google from any existing phone.
What is Google Now and how does it work?
Google became a way to browse the web and sync every page I visited. Then it turned into a way to download and manage apps, track Android devices, and wipe them remotely. Search on Android became Google Now, which then became Google Assistant, a digital assistant that uses everything Google knows about us based on our activity.