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- How do I contact Tor?
- Can you be traced if you use Tor?
- Why isn't my Tor working?
- Does CIA own Tor?
- Is Tor legal or illegal?
- Can police track Tor?
- Should I use VPN with Tor?
- Is Tor better than VPN?
- Can Russians access Tor?
- How do I reset my IP Tor?
- How can I get Tor by email?
- How do I submit a manuscript to Tor?
- Who controls Tor?
- What is a Tor email address?
- How do you download Tor if it's blocked?
- Can I use Gmail with Tor?
- Can you get flagged for using Tor?
How do I contact Tor?
Having a problem with the website? Drop a line to [email protected].
Can you be traced if you use Tor?
Although your internet traffic is encrypted on Tor, your ISP can still see that you're connected to Tor. Plus, Tor cannot protect against tracking at the entry and exit nodes of its network. Anyone who owns and operates the entry node will see your real IP address.
Why isn't my Tor working?
You might be on a network that is blocking the Tor network, and so you should try using bridges. Some bridges are built in to Tor Browser and requires only a few steps to enable it. To use a pluggable transport, click "Configure Connection" when starting Tor Browser for the first time.
Does CIA own Tor?
The Tor Project says that it has always been transparent about its funding sources and that it has no past or present connection to the CIA. "We make free and open source software that's available for anyone to use—and that includes the CIA," says Stephanie Whited, communications director for the Tor Project.
Is Tor legal or illegal?
Accessing the dark web is legal in India. The Indian government does not recognize it as an illegal activity, because it is just another part of the internet that you are surfing, through TOR, Freenet, etc. However, this doesn't mean you are free to do whatever you want.
Can police track Tor?
There is no way to track live, encrypted VPN traffic.
Using the Tor browser could be suspicious to your ISP and, therefore, to the police. However, you're not going to get in trouble just because it looks a bit suspicious.
Should I use VPN with Tor?
Generally speaking, we don't recommend using a VPN with Tor unless you're an advanced user who knows how to configure both in a way that doesn't compromise your privacy. You can find more detailed information about Tor + VPN at our wiki.
Is Tor better than VPN?
To put it simply, Tor is best for those transmitting sensitive information. A VPN is usually a more effective solution for everyday use as it strikes a great balance between connection speed, convenience, and privacy. However, every online user's needs are different.
Can Russians access Tor?
In December 2021, Russia's media regulator, Roskomnadzor, enacted a 4-year-old court order that allows it to order Internet service providers (ISPs) to block the Tor Project website, where the Tor Browser can be downloaded, and restrict access to its services.
How do I reset my IP Tor?
It's at the top-right corner of Tor. Click New Identity. Choose this option if you want a new IP address everywhere on Tor and don't want your previous activity to be linked to the new IP address.
How can I get Tor by email?
Send an email to [email protected]. In the body of the mail, write the name of your operating system (such as Windows, macOS, or Linux).
How do I submit a manuscript to Tor?
When we are open, please submit your novellas through the form at https://tor.moksha.io/publication/tornovellas. Once you've registered there you can also use that portal to check the status of your submission.
Who controls Tor?
The Tor Project, Inc. is a Seattle-based 501(c)(3) research-education nonprofit organization founded by computer scientists Roger Dingledine, Nick Mathewson and five others. The Tor Project is primarily responsible for maintaining software for the Tor anonymity network.
What is a Tor email address?
Tor Mail was a Tor hidden service that went offline in August 2013 after an FBI raid on Freedom Hosting. The service allowed users to send and receive email anonymously, to email addresses inside and outside the Tor network.
How do you download Tor if it's blocked?
You can request via email or Telegram bot https://t.me/gettor_bot. You can also download Tor Browser from https://tor.eff.org or from https://tor.calyxinstitute.org/.
Can I use Gmail with Tor?
In general, yes. The point of TOR is anonymity.
Can you get flagged for using Tor?
Tor is perfectly legal in most Western countries. It only becomes illegal when you use it to access sites to trade in illegal materials. Though, you can still get flagged for dodgy activity if someone like your ISP spots you using it.
