Tor Browser

Name: Tor Browser
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Author: Tor Project

Tor Browser is a privacy focused web browser based on Firefox that routes all traffic through the Tor network, anonymizing your connection by bouncing it through multiple encrypted relays around the world. It blocks trackers, resists browser fingerprinting, and provides access to .onion sites. It is free, open source, and runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

What it does

When you launch Tor Browser and click Connect, it establishes a circuit through at least three Tor relays. Each relay only knows the previous and next hop, so no single point can see both who you are and what you are accessing. Websites see the IP address of the exit relay, not yours. The browser clears all cookies and history when you close it, running in a permanent private browsing mode.

Built in fingerprinting resistance makes all Tor Browser sessions look identical to websites. The browser normalizes window size, fonts, and other parameters that trackers typically use to identify individual users. Three security levels (Standard, Safer, Safest) let you trade convenience for protection. The Safest level disables JavaScript entirely on non HTTPS sites. If Tor is blocked in your country or network, bridge relays (obfs4, Snowflake, meek) disguise the connection to look like regular web traffic.

Advantages

Strong anonymity through multi relay encryption
Built in fingerprinting resistance without any configuration
Access to .onion hidden services
Bridge support to bypass network censorship

Drawbacks

Browsing speed is noticeably slower due to multi relay routing
Some websites block Tor exit node IP addresses
Not suitable for torrenting or large downloads
Highest security level breaks many modern websites by disabling JavaScript

Who it is for

I use Tor Browser when I need actual anonymity online, not just privacy. A VPN hides your traffic from your ISP but the VPN provider still sees everything. Tor removes that single point of trust. It is the right tool for journalists, activists, and anyone in a censored environment. For everyday browsing where speed matters, Firefox with uBlock Origin is a better fit. But when anonymity is the priority, nothing else comes close to what Tor provides.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tor Browser legal?

Using Tor Browser is legal in most countries. It is a privacy tool used by journalists, activists, researchers, and ordinary people who value anonymity. Some countries with strict internet censorship restrict or block Tor access.

Is Tor Browser safe?

Tor Browser protects your anonymity by routing traffic through encrypted relays. It does not protect against malware in downloaded files or phishing sites. The browser itself is safe, but the .onion sites you visit may not be.

Is Tor slower than a regular browser?

Yes. Because your traffic passes through at least three relays around the world, Tor is noticeably slower than direct browsing. Video streaming and large downloads are impractical. For everyday browsing where speed matters, use a regular browser with a privacy extension.

Features & How-To Guide

#	Feature	How to use
1	Anonymous internet browsing	Launch Tor Browser › Click Connect › The browser connects to the Tor network › Browse websites anonymously.
2	Access to .onion sites	Type a .onion address in the address bar › Tor Browser automatically resolves hidden service addresses on the Tor network.
3	Change Tor identity with new circuit	Click the broom icon on the toolbar (New Identity) › The browser restarts with a new Tor circuit.
4	Bridge configuration to bypass censorship	Settings › Connection › Bridges › Select a built-in bridge (obfs4/Snowflake) › Bypasses Tor network blocks.
5	Security level settings	Click the shield icon on the toolbar › Security Settings › Standard/Safer/Safest › A higher level disables JavaScript.
6	Browser fingerprinting blocking	Active by default › Tor Browser standardizes the window size and other parameters › All sessions look identical.
7	Browsing without saving history	Active by default › After you close the browser, cookies and history are erased › Private mode permanently.
8	Tor usage with Snowflake bridge	Connection › Bridges › Snowflake › Connects through volunteers' browsers acting as proxies › Bypasses advanced censorship.