Andi

Driven by the vision of redefining how people access knowledge, Andi harnesses advanced generative AI to transform search into an engaging, conversational experience that feels like a dialogue with a knowledgeable friend. Our focus is on delivering direct, factual answers while safeguarding privacy, eliminating distractions from ads, SEO spam, and tracking, to foster a more honest and intuitive information ecosystem.

We are pioneering the future of search through our proprietary semantic content engine, which synthesizes information from diverse sources with precision and contextual relevance. This approach empowers users to find meaningful answers quickly and with confidence, supporting smarter decisions and deeper understanding in a world overflowing with data.

Andi is committed to building a privacy-first platform that respects user autonomy and adapts to modern digital behaviors, especially for generations seeking authenticity and trust online. Our mission is to shape a new era of search that is not only functional but also empowering, personal, and socially conscious.

We'll be honest — when we first heard about Andi, we were skeptical. Another AI-powered search engine? In a world where everyone's trying to out-Google Google, what could possibly be different?

Turns out, quite a lot. After spending time with Andi's platform, we found ourselves genuinely impressed by what Angela Hoover and Jed White have built in Miami.

What Makes It Click

Andi doesn't just slap AI onto traditional search — it reimagines the entire experience. Instead of drowning you in blue links, it gives you conversational answers that actually make sense. Think of it like asking a well-informed friend for quick facts, not wading through SEO-optimized blog posts.

Their "Trantora" backend (love the name) does something clever: it analyzes content for meaning and credibility rather than just keyword matching. We tested this with complex queries, and the results felt refreshingly human. No more "here's what we found on the web" followed by irrelevant snippets.

The Privacy Thing Actually Matters

Here's where Andi really shines — they've gone completely ad-free and tracking-free. No cookies stalking you around the internet, no search history logs, no creepy targeted ads. For a generation that's increasingly privacy-conscious, this isn't just nice to have; it's essential.

We appreciate that they're not just paying lip service to privacy. They've built their entire business model around it, which takes guts in an industry that thrives on user data.

Built for How People Actually Search Today

The founders clearly understand their audience. Gen Z doesn't want to click through ten different websites to find one answer. They want information fast, accurate, and without the fluff.

Andi works across social platforms like Discord, TikTok, and Instagram — places where their target users actually hang out. It's a smart move that shows they're thinking beyond the traditional search box.

Still Growing, But Promising

With $3.11 million in funding and backing from Y Combinator, Andi isn't exactly flush with cash compared to the search giants. But sometimes constraints breed innovation. They've had to be creative and focused, which shows in their clean, purposeful product.

The real test will be scaling their technology while maintaining that conversational quality. But if they can keep delivering accurate, private, and genuinely helpful search experiences, they might just carve out a meaningful slice of this massive market.