About Google | History, Owner and CEO
About Google
The World's No.1 Search Engine & Technology Company
What is Google?
Google is the most popular search engine in the world. It was started in 1998 and today it is not just a search engine. Google owns YouTube, Android, Gmail, Maps and many more products that we use daily.
History of Google
Founded: 4 September 1998
Founders: Larry Page & Sergey Brin
First Office: A small garage in California, USA
Meaning: The name "Google" comes from "Googol" - a number 1 with 100 zeros.
Owner of Google
Google is owned by Alphabet Inc. which is the parent company. Founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin.
CEO of Google (2026)
Sundar Pichai
CEO of Google & Alphabet Inc. since 2015. He is from India and one of the most successful CEOs in the world.
All Google Products
Google Search
YouTube
Gmail
Google Maps
Google Drive
Chrome
Android
Gemini AI
How Google Earns Money?
90% income of Google comes from Google Ads. When you see ads on top of search results or on YouTube, companies pay Google for that. In 2025, Google earned more than $300 Billion.