Step 1. Download Tor Browser from official sources
Tor Browser is a modified Firefox that’s preconfigured to work with Tor. Download it only from the official Tor Project website and official documentation.
- Use the official download page and pick the correct OS (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android).
- Avoid “custom builds”, unknown archives, and “optimized” versions from third parties.
- Keep the installer and the browser updated — security fixes matter.
If Tor is blocked in your country, follow official Tor docs on bridges and censorship circumvention.
Step 2. Installation and first launch
- Run the installer and follow the setup steps.
- Start Tor Browser and wait for the connection window.
- In most cases, click “Connect”.
- If you’re behind censorship/proxy, use “Configure” and set bridges per official docs.
Step 3. Basic security settings
Tor hides your IP address, but it does not replace common sense. A few settings and habits reduce risk significantly:
- Security Level. Increase it for safer browsing. Higher levels can break some site features.
- No random plugins. Avoid extra extensions. Add-ons can fingerprint you or leak data.
- Minimum personal data. Avoid logging into identifiable accounts unless necessary.
- Don’t open downloaded files inside Tor. Open PDFs/DOCs in a separate, “clean” environment.
Step 4. Verify links and avoid phishing
Search queries like “Torzon market link” or “Torzon market shop” are frequently used by attackers to push clones and fake “official” pages.
- Cross-check the address in several independent sources.
- Compare spelling carefully: look-alike names (Torzon vs Torzon) are a red flag.
- Never enter credentials or personal data on a page you can’t verify.
- Prefer signed announcements (PGP or other verification) when available.
Step 5. Online behavior
Even the best tools can be compromised by unsafe behavior.
- Don’t mix your normal browser identity with Tor sessions for the same accounts.
- Use strong unique passwords and a password manager (outside Tor) when appropriate.
- Update Tor Browser regularly.
- Always consider local laws and use Tor for legal purposes.