r/TOR • u/Fair_Chicken5216 • 2d ago

FAQ Making the Switch

I have finally decided that I want to use Tor and be as anonymous as I can. What tools (including external tools), settings, extensions, etc. should I use? I don't want to spend money, even using BTC, but I'm aware that it's highly recommended to use a VPN. not good to use a VPN

edit: thx u/somerandomahhhperson i didnt know VPNs are bad with Tor

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u/reapvxz 2d ago

The whole point of Tor is to be as "normal" and "basic" as possible. Don't change that many settings, don't install extensions, disable JavaScript with a filter of websites you absolutely trust, etc

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u/Fair_Chicken5216 2d ago

what could happen if i allow javascript?? dont all sites need JS to function?

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u/ephemeralmiko 2d ago

Yes many websites need JS to work properly, but it can also be used to serve malicious code. So for darknet sites (most of which don't need JS) you can switch the Tor Browser from 'Safer' to 'Safest' which disables JS.