I agree about Google. Keep meaning to do it, keep putting it off.
Depending on your browser, you can set DuckDuckGo as the default search engine in the browser’s preferences.
if thats not possible, you can also make DDG as your “home page”, which is usually quick to bring up with 1-2 key stroke combinations. (”New Page”, “Home Page”).
Finally add DDG to your bookmarks and on your menu bar.
Good luck!