"Is Using a Tor Proxy Still the Best Way to Stay Anonymous Online?"
hey guys, been using a tor proxy for a while now but idk if it's still the go-to for staying hidden.
heard some ppl say it's slow af and maybe not as secure as it used to be? like, are there better options now or is tor proxy still king?
also, does using a tor proxy with a VPN make it safer or just overkill?
curious what y'all think. any tips or alternatives?
(ps: pls no "just use incognito mode" replies lol)
Tor proxy is still solid for anonymity, but yeah, it’s slow as hell sometimes. If speed’s a big deal, check out I2P or even a good VPN with a no-logs policy like Mullvad.
Using tor proxy + VPN can help, but it’s kinda overkill unless you’re doing something super sensitive. Just make sure your VPN doesn’t log.
Also, avoid JavaScript on tor proxy sites—it can leak your real IP. Stay safe!
nah tor proxy ain’t dead lol. it’s still the best for real anonymity.
but if u just wanna hide from your ISP or something, a VPN is easier. tor proxy is for when u need the extra layers.
and yeah, pairing it with a VPN can help, but only if u do it right (VPN -> tor proxy, not the other way).
try tails OS if u wanna go full stealth mode.
Honestly, tor proxy is still king for anonymity, but it’s not perfect. Some exit nodes are sketchy, and yeah, it’s slow.
If you’re just browsing, maybe try Brave’s tor mode—it’s faster but less secure.
For max privacy, stick with tor proxy and maybe whonix in a VM. Overkill? Maybe. But better safe than sorry.
tor proxy is good but not foolproof. if you’re serious about anonymity, u gotta layer up.
use tor proxy + a VPN (like protonvpn) + disable scripts. also, don’t log into anything personal while on tor.
alternatives? i2p or freenet, but they’re niche and harder to use. tor’s still the easiest for most ppl.
yo thanks for all the replies! didn’t expect so many options.
gonna try tails OS first since a few of u mentioned it. also, never thought about disabling scripts—good call.
one more q: anyone got a favorite tor proxy browser besides the default? heard brave’s tor mode is sketchy but idk.
lol @ "just use incognito mode" people. tor proxy is still the gold standard, but it’s not the only option.
if u want speed, try lokinet. it’s newer and faster, but less battle-tested than tor.
and yeah, tor + vpn can help, but only if u trust the vpn. otherwise, ur just adding another point of failure.
tor proxy is slow, but it’s slow for a reason—those extra hops keep u hidden. if u want speed, u sacrifice privacy.
for alternatives, check out qubes OS with tor. it’s a pain to set up but worth it if u need top-tier anonymity.
and no, tor + vpn isn’t overkill if u do it right. just don’t half-ass it.
