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Tor Network

Network Privacy

VPN (Virtual Private Network) Fingerprinting IP Address Proxy

A privacy network that routes traffic through several relays.

Definition

Tor sends your internet traffic through multiple volunteer-run relays, which helps hide your IP from the websites you visit.

In plain English A privacy network that routes traffic through several relays.

Why this matters

Why it matters: It can reduce tracking based on IP address, but it does not automatically stop all tracking (like fingerprinting).

Example

Example: Using Tor Browser to visit a website without revealing your home IP.

Apps Using Tor Network

Examples of apps that implement or relate to this privacy concept

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Tails

Privacy Score: 96

Tails is a operating system focused on security and privacy. It helps you keep more control over ...

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Brave logo

Brave

Privacy Score: 78

Brave is a privacy-friendly web browser with tracking protection. It helps you keep more control ...

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Tor Browser logo

Tor Browser

Privacy Score: 95

Tor Browser is a privacy-friendly web browser with tracking protection. It helps you keep more co...

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Mullvad Browser logo

Mullvad Browser

Privacy Score: 93

Mullvad Browser is a privacy-friendly web browser with tracking protection. It helps you keep mor...

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OnionShare logo

OnionShare

Privacy Score: 91

OnionShare is a secure way to send files directly. It helps you keep more control over your data.

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