Today's Doodle is a nostalgic logo from Google's early days. (Image: Google)
Google is celebrating its 28th birthday on September 27 with a special Doodle that pays tribute to the company’s early days and remarkable journey from a small research project to one of the world’s most influential technology companies.
Founded in 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin, Google started with a simple but ambitious goal: to organize the world’s information and make it easy for everyone to access and use. Before becoming the search giant people know today, the project was originally called “Backrub.” It was later renamed Google, inspired by the mathematical term “googol,” which represents the number 1 followed by 100 zeros.
Over the years, Google has expanded far beyond search, developing a wide range of products and services that are now used by billions of people around the world.
Google Marks Its 28th Birthday
To celebrate the occasion, Google has unveiled a birthday-themed Doodle featuring a throwback version of the company’s original logo from 1998.
According to Google, the Doodle is a reminder of the company’s humble beginnings when it operated as a research project from a garage. The artwork highlights Google’s first logo and reflects on how major innovations can emerge from the most ordinary places.
The company also noted that the vintage-inspired design offers a look back at the internet era of the 1990s while encouraging users to explore Google’s latest developments, including its work in artificial intelligence.
In addition to the artwork, the interactive Doodle allows users to discover Doodles that were featured on their own birthdays, adding a personal touch to the celebration.
How Google Doodles Began
The history of Google Doodles dates back to 1998. The first-ever Doodle was created by founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin as a simple way to let users know they were away from the office attending the Burning Man festival.
What started as a small visual message eventually evolved into one of Google’s most recognizable traditions. Today, Doodles are used to celebrate important historical events, cultural occasions, notable achievements, and influential figures from around the world.
Google introduced its first international Doodle in 2000 to commemorate Bastille Day in France. During the same year, the company also released its first animated Doodle for Halloween.
As technology advanced, Doodles became increasingly creative and interactive. They now include games, videos, virtual reality experiences, and AI-powered features that engage users in new ways.
Reflecting on the evolution of the feature, Google has described Doodles as a project that began with a simple out-of-office message and grew into a global tradition celebrating people, places, events, and cultures across the world.
This year’s birthday Doodle serves as both a celebration of Google’s past and a reminder of how far the company has come since its launch in 1998.
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