On July 28, 2026, Volcano Engine officially unveiled its Doubao Search Service. This innovative service is designed to facilitate cross-language, multimodal, and multi-category online information searches. It seamlessly integrates a vast array of internet information, industry-specific insights, and exclusive content curated by ByteDance. By doing so, it offers a smart and efficient information retrieval engine, empowering enterprises and developers to craft AI Agents with ease.
The service presents two flexible access options: standalone product integration and built-in configuration within the Agent Plan. It accommodates diverse access methods, including API, Skill, and MCP. Additionally, users are entitled to a monthly quota of 500 complimentary searches. For usage exceeding this limit, pay-as-you-go plans or discounted monthly subscription packages are available, providing flexibility and cost-effectiveness.