Why do we need a Tor Browser to Access the .onion Web?

The TOR browser stands for ‘the onion router’. In the dark web only .onion pages are available and can be accessed through the special TOR browser and not through the usual browser we use to browse the surface web.

The TOR browser has many special features that make it ideal for browsing on the dark web. TOR browser is an open-source browser project that anyone can contribute to and can have access to information to anything, marketplaces, etc.

Features of TOR Browser

The following are the features of a TOR browser that keep users safe and secure:

 

1. It provides anonymity while browsing on the dark web, the users true IP address and identity is masked.
2. People staying in countries where some websites are banned can access such websites through TOR.
3. The people who want anonymity to visit certain websites without being detected use TOR browser.
4. When people do not want to be spied on usually use TOR browser.
5. It provides security to users as there are many in-built add-ons like plugins, extensions, and themes on it.
6. It protects them by blocking plugins like Flash, RealPlayers, etc., as they can be easily manipulated to extract your IP address.
7. TOR browser bans third-party trackers and Ads.
8. TOR can automatically delete all cookies after your browsing for the day is over.
9. You can also up the security of TOR browser by making changes like accessibility to only HTTPS websites NoScript option is activated.
10. TOR browser window’s original settings must not be maximized or minimized as anonymity is decreased.
11. TOR browser gives users safe access and protects their privacy especially when they access various marketplaces.
12. Through TOR browser, one can create an anonymous email account.
13. It enables anonymous communication through secure email providers, like sending and receiving free encrypted emails.

Points to be Noted:

Things to keep in mind when browsing on the TOR browser:

 

1. Do not share your personal details with anyone, especially in chat rooms, forums, etc.
2. It is safer to make payments through cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc., do not make direct payments through credit cards or banks, as there may be hackers who may steal your important financial and personal information.
3. Do not go to any website you do not know about, as it could be dangerous.
4. It is best not to download plugins, themes, or extensions, as it could have malware, etc.
5. Use a reputed and trusted VPN (Virtual Private Network) along with TOR browser to enhance your security while browsing the dark web.
6. Always use secure email providers like zMail.eMail for anonymous communication.
7. Always use the specific URL of a website, as with a wrong or different URL, you may reach the wrong page which could be dangerous.
8. TOR is slow when compared to surface web browsers, but it is advisable not to download other programs to gain speed as it could bring down your security and anonymity.

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zMail.eMail (Email Service Provider on Dark Web): http://zmailaone5l2x2i6.onion/