How we built the fastest web search in the world
Speed matters when every millisecond counts. Tavily’s Fast and Ultra-Fast search depths deliver sub-second results without sacrificing relevance, maximizing information density with fewer tokens. Built for real-time agents, voice interfaces, and latency-critical workflows, Tavily redefines search efficiency.
By Tavily Engineering TeamJan 5, 2026
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