Pimp My Search

Pimp My Search's theme is one that has captured the attention and interest of people from all over the world. From its historical origin to its relevance today, Pimp My Search has been the subject of debate, analysis and study by experts in the field. Various aspects related to Pimp My Search, such as its impact on society, its influence on popular culture and its role in the development of technology, have been the subject of extensive research and reflection. This article seeks to address and delve into the importance and relevance of Pimp My Search, offering a detailed and complete analysis that allows readers to fully understand this fascinating topic.

Pimp My Search was a novelty website to create a Google lookalike webpage, replacing the word "Google" with a word or phrase of the user's choice. Pimp My Search was started in 2006, but became popular only in 2008 after featured in many media websites and YouTube videos. The site was closed down later in 2009, citing a dispute over 'trademark issues'.

Controversies with Google

In February 2009, Pimp my Search ended Google search facilities and a posted a message that read: "Because of Trademark issues Google is no longer allowing searches from us...". The site has remained closed, for some time (beginning in 2009) displaying the message "Because of Trademark issues Pimp my Search is closed for ever" and linking to another website (ShinySearch.com).

References

  1. ^ Bennett, Geoffrey (2008-05-14). "Has Google Finally Met Its Match?". NPR. Retrieved 2009-05-21.
  2. ^ Gill, Ronnie (2008-09-08). "Pimpmysearch.com offers a Google-like Web site". Newsday. Retrieved 2009-05-21.
  3. ^ "pimpmysearch.com - YouTube". www.youtube.com.
  4. ^ Retrieved on 2009-05-25. Archived 2009-07-14 at the Wayback Machine
  5. ^ Retrieved on 2009-05-25. Archived 2009-06-27 at the Wayback Machine


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