Tor doesn't read the torrc file

1. How do I open Torrc files?
2. Where is my Torrc file?
3. Why are my Tor pages not loading?
4. Where is Tor config file?
5. What ports need to be open for Tor?
6. How do you view a Tor circuit?
7. How do I manually connect to Tor?
8. How do I edit a Torrc file?
9. Is Tor network illegal?
10. Is Tor legal or illegal?
11. Is Tor just Firefox?

How do I open Torrc files?

The torrc is in the Tor Browser Data directory at ~/Library/Application Support/TorBrowser-Data/Tor . Note the Library folder is hidden on newer versions of macOS. To navigate to this folder in Finder, select "Go to Folder..." in the "Go" menu. Then type ~/Library/Application Support/ in the window and click Go.

Where is my Torrc file?

You can find your torrc file in the \Tor Browser\Browser\TorBrowser\Data\Tor path, where Tor Browser is the Tor's installation folder.

Why are my Tor pages not loading?

If Tor Browser was working before and is not working now your system may have been hibernating. A reboot of your system will solve the issue. Delete Tor Browser and install it again. If updating, do not just overwrite your previous Tor Browser files; ensure they are fully deleted beforehand.

Where is Tor config file?

The config file for Tor is /etc/tor/torrc . Tor is, by default in a secure mode. Adding a Hidden Service allows your machine to be communicated with regardless the network and its location. It is essential that we only forward ports we need, and have full authentication turned on for these services.

What ports need to be open for Tor?

Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and User Datagram Protocol (UDP) ports commonly affiliated with Tor include 9001, 9030, 9040, 9050, 9051, and 9150.

How do you view a Tor circuit?

You can view your current Tor circuit by clicking on the [i] on the URL bar.

How do I manually connect to Tor?

Or, if you have Tor Browser running, click on "Settings" in the hamburger menu (≡) and then on "Connection" in the sidebar. In the "Bridges" section, locate the option "Choose from Tor Browser's one of built-in bridges" and click on "Select a Built-In Bridge" option.

How do I edit a Torrc file?

The torrc file is just a flat text file, any text editor (like vim , gedit or notepad.exe ) should suffice. Open the file in the text editor and add the lines, or edit the lines if the options already exist with different definitions.

Is Tor network illegal?

Is Tor legal in the US? Tor is legal in the US. You won't likely get in trouble just because you use the Tor browser. However, Tor is not a lawless domain, so you can't use this browser for illegal activities.

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.

Is Tor just Firefox?

Tor Browser is a modified version of Firefox specifically designed for use with Tor. A lot of work has been put into making the Tor Browser, including the use of extra patches to enhance privacy and security.