Tor Browser
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Developer
The Tor Project -
Category
Communication -
Package Name
org.torproject.torbrowser
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Content Rating
Everyone
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Version
14.5.6..128.14.0esr.
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Updated on
2025/08/19
Reviewer Analysis
From a user's point of view, the Tor Browser app is an essential tool for anyone concerned about online privacy and freedom. It effectively blocks trackers and ads, defends against surveillance, resists fingerprinting, and provides multi-layered encryption. However, the app could benefit from a more intuitive user interface and some performance improvements to ensure a smoother browsing experience.
Strengths
- Strong Privacy Protection: Tor Browser isolates each website visited, preventing third-party trackers and ads from following the user, and automatically clears cookies after browsing. π‘οΈ
- Anonymous Browsing: Tor Browser prevents any monitoring party from knowing the specific websites visited, making it difficult to track users' online activities. π
- Access Blocked Sites: Users can freely access websites that may be blocked by their local internet service provider. π«
Weaknesses
- User Interface: The app could offer a more intuitive and user-friendly interface to enhance the browsing experience. π±
- Performance: Some users have reported that the app can sometimes be slow or laggy, impacting the overall browsing experience. β³
Key Functions
- Block Trackers: Tor Browser isolates websites and prevents third-party trackers and ads from following the user. π«π
- Defend Against Surveillance: The app ensures that someone monitoring the user's connection can only see that Tor is being used, protecting against surveillance. πποΈβπ¨οΈ
- Resist Fingerprinting: Tor aims to make all users look the same, making it challenging to be identified based on browser and device information. ποΈπ€
Overall, the Tor Browser app is a powerful tool for safeguarding online privacy and securing freedom. While it has some areas for improvement, such as the user interface and performance, its strengths lie in its robust privacy protection, anonymous browsing, and ability to access blocked sites. With its commitment to user privacy and the support of generous donors, the Tor Project continues to advance human rights and freedoms online.
