Things to Remember while using Tor
- For secure browsing use sites which use HTTPS encryption and while using Tor do not click on unnecessary links as it may lead to compromise in security.
- When you use Tor Browser, your traffic is routed through many relays which means you can access different sites without compromising your security and privacy.
- Do not access Banned or illegal sites as it may increase doubt by government agencies about your activity.
- You can use the New Identity feature so that your previous data will be automatically deleted. It keeps you anonymous whenever you return to the browser.
- Do not download unnecessary files from any site in the Tor browser it may harm your PC and inject harmful viruses or it may lead to a data breach. Data breach is very common so do not download untrusted document or files
What is Tor Browser ? – Definition, Functionalities & Disadvantages
It is very important to protect our personal identity and personal information when we browse on internet as it may increase risk and threats online. people often face many security and privacy issues when they browse on the internet. Many companies buy user data and misuse it in different ways. They collect all the browsing data and use it to show multiple ads based on the interest of the user.
The ads are personalized so that the user may find it interesting and purchase the product. To help people solve this problem the Tor browser was introduced so that people can anonymously browse on the internet without revealing their identity. Tor directs internet traffic worldwide via an overlay network which consists of multiple relays. That means your traffic is routed through multiple relays and the relay encrypt the traffic and send it between several thousands of relay which make it difficult for the trackers to breach your browsing data, identity, IP address, and location. Tor browser completely isolates you from the outside world and protects your privacy from third-party websites, advertisers, or even government agencies.
Table of Content
- History of Tor Browser
- What is Onion Routing?
- Features and Functions in Tor Browser
- Tor Developer Tools
- Things to Remember while using Tor
- Disadvantage of Tor