Yahoo Scout: Ask AI & Search

YOUR AI GUIDE TO THE INTERNET
Meet Yahoo Scout: Search how you want, with sources for every answer. Ask anything by voice, image or text and get fast, clear answers backed by real sources, or switch to traditional web search anytime.

SWITCH BETWEEN AI AND TRADITIONAL SEARCH ANYTIME
Toggle seamlessly between traditional search results from Yahoo Search and AI answers in one tap. Use traditional search for simple navigation, or use AI mode for quick summaries.

AI ANSWERS YOU CAN TRUST
Go deeper with Yahoo Scout. Explore summaries, instant answers, reliable insights into complex topics powered by advanced AI – always grounded in reliable sources from the open web for essential context.

Ask anything: from “How do I explain inflation to a kid?” to “Plan a 3-day budget trip to Tokyo,” and get clear answers in seconds.


Smart summaries: Get the key facts on any topic at the top of your results.
Deep dives: Follow source links to read the original reporting and see the full story.

ASK WITH YOUR VOICE
Typing not convenient? With voice, you can ask questions out loud and get a conversational answer back, nearly hands-free. Select from a range of audio options to pick your voice preference.

IMAGE SEARCH
Snap or upload an image and let Yahoo Scout help you figure out what you’re looking at and what to do next. Point your camera at a sweater to find out who makes it and where to buy it, or snap a photo of a menu in another language to translate it.

YAHOO SCOUT MEMORIES
Save your preferences and past conversations to make answers more useful over time. From your favorite sports team to the stocks you follow, Yahoo Scout remembers and delivers personalized answers, so you don’t have to start from scratch every time.

REAL-TIME NEWS & TRENDING TOPICS
Stay in the know with world-class news. We do not just give you the headlines. We give you the full story.

Search the Day’s Top Stories: Use Yahoo Scout to instantly pull the latest information on trending topics in politics, tech, entertainment, and lifestyle.

Breaking News Updates: Get the full picture on major events as they unfold by searching for the headlines that matter most to you.

Trust and Reliability: Access reliable news from top publishers around the world, ensuring you get clear citations and multiple perspectives with every search.

GUIDANCE FOR YOUR EVERYDAY ESSENTIALS
Yahoo Scout helps you manage your daily life, from prioritizing your health and wellness to staying on budget.

Health: Get instant, reliable answers to wellness questions, from healthy meal ideas to fitness trends.

Budgeting: Ask for help balancing your budget, finding grocery savings, or understanding inflation’s impact.

Product Vetting: Make informed buying decisions by comparing features and evaluating benefits for your next purchase.

DISCOVER THE WORLD AROUND YOU
The Yahoo Scout app is your daily hub for local discovery and real-time utility.

Instantly Discover Top Spots: Find the best local restaurants, shops, and services near you.

Comprehensive Sports Hub: Never miss a beat with real-time sports scores, game schedules, and big-game updates for your favorite teams and athletes.

Advanced Weather Guidance: Stay prepared with local forecasts and severe weather alerts so you can plan your day with confidence.

CONVENIENCE & PRIVACY
You are in control of your search experience with tools designed for your lifestyle.

Manage Your Experience: Use SafeSearch and customizable settings to control your results and find what you need with confidence.

WHY CHOOSE YAHOO SCOUT?
For over 30 years, Yahoo has been a gateway to the internet for millions. With the addition of Yahoo Scout, we are combining decades of search expertise with the cutting edge of AI technology.

*Feature availability and display content varies by location. AI-related features are only available in the United States.

Recent changes:
The Yahoo Search app is now Yahoo Scout. Search smarter with AI and traditional results together in one place, with real sources for every answer.

What’s new:
 • Ask by voice, photo, or text
 • Snap or upload a photo to get answers about what you see
 • Get instant summaries
 • Get personalized answers from past chats
 • See what’s trending
 • Discover top spots around you

Update now and start searching smarter.

*Feature availability varies by location.