Optimizing site search with Search.gov

What is Search.gov?

Search.gov is the search engine built specifically for federal websites. 

Search.gov supports over 200 million searches a year across one-third of federal domains by providing a configurable search engine that allows you to customize search experiences for the public.

The Search.gov team understands the needs and challenges that government web practitioners face. They have designed the service to meet you where you are.

• Self-service. Use an easy interface to customize your search experience, including optimizing content, designing your results page, and analyzing your search analytics.
• Fed friendly. Because Search.gov is a government-managed shared service, it serves your unique needs, including compliance with federal security, accessibility, and other web policies.
• Customer support. The Search.gov team is available to help you with your questions. Your success is their mission.
• No paperwork required. Search.gov is ready to use. There is no cost to federal agencies. You do not need to worry about any interagency agreements, payments, or other common procedural challenges.

Sign in to Search.gov

If you already have an account with Search.gov, you can sign in to manage your account and search experience.

Don’t have an account? Create a Search.gov account to get started.

Request support

Review this guide for more information on how to set up, design, optimize, and analyze your search experience.

You can also learn more about Search.gov in this guide, including checking the system status and understanding the terms of service.

If you have any other questions, please email the Search.gov team.