Onion Browser

Onion Browser

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Onion Browser: Your Gateway to True Online Anonymity

Experience the ultimate level of privacy on iOS. Browse the Tor network to block trackers, bypass ISP surveillance, and access .onion sites with the original open-source secure browser.

Publisher

Mike Tigas

Category

Utilities

Downloads

4M+

User Rating

3.3/5

Total Ratings

9K+

Locales

38

Privacy in Every Pixel

Discover the interface used by 4M+ users.

Onion Browser setup screen prompting the user to install Orbot for a secure Tor connection

Onion Browser setup screen prompting the user to install Orbot for a secure Tor connection

Onion Browser home screen on iOS featuring quick links to DuckDuckGo, New York Times, and BBC over a purple background.

Onion Browser home screen on iOS featuring quick links to DuckDuckGo, New York Times, and BBC over a purple background.

Security settings menu in Onion Browser showing gold silver and bronze protection levels

Security settings menu in Onion Browser showing gold silver and bronze protection levels

A screenshot of the Onion Browser settings menu showing privacy and security options.

A screenshot of the Onion Browser settings menu showing privacy and security options.

Onion Browser security settings screen with gold silver and bronze protection levels

Onion Browser security settings screen with gold silver and bronze protection levels

Onion Browser tab switcher interface showing open tabs for DuckDuckGo and various news websites

Onion Browser tab switcher interface showing open tabs for DuckDuckGo and various news websites

Uncompromising Privacy for the Modern Web

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 4M+ users.

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Multi-Layered Anonymity

Route your traffic through the Tor network to hide your IP address and browsing habits from ISPs and network surveillance.

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Advanced Anti-Fingerprinting

Strip away tracking scripts and auto-clear cookies to ensure your digital footprint remains non-existent across every session.

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Unrestricted Web Access

Reach .onion domains and bypass restrictive firewalls with built-in bridge support, even on highly censored networks.

About the app

Everything you need to know about Onion Browser.

Description

Onion Browser is the original free and open-source Tor-powered web browser for iOS. Onion Browser helps you access the internet with more safety and privacy, and no extra cost to you. “The best Tor-related offering on iOS right now is Onion Browser” - The Daily Dot, October 14, 2015. Featured in: The New York Times, The Guardian, Salon, TechCrunch, Gizmodo, Boing Boing, Lifehacker, Macworld, The Daily Dot, & others. FEATURES: • Browse the internet over Tor: - Protect your privacy from website tracking - Secure your traffic from insecure wireless networks and ISPs - Access .onion sites that are only accessible over Tor. • Fight online tracking: block scripts and automatically clear cookies and tabs, based on your preferences. • And more privacy-enhancing features! DISCLAIMERS: - Web browsing is much slower than through a normal web browser or a VPN because your traffic is encrypted and relayed through the Tor network. - Onion Browser might not work on networks with advanced network restrictions. If the app does not connect, try using bridges (or a different type of bridge), force-quit, and then restart the app. - Use of Onion Browser is at your own risk; remember that sensitive data does not always belong on a mobile device. ** Onion Browser is free and open-source software. You can read more about Onion Browser and how to support development of Tor on iOS by visiting onionbrowser.com **

Latest Version

3.3.2

Size

74.2 MB

First Released

Apr 25, 2012

Reclaim Your Digital Sovereignty

Join over 4 million users who trust the original, open-source Tor browser for true anonymity and unfettered access on iOS.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Onion Browser

What is Onion Browser?

Onion Browser is the original free and open-source Tor-powered web browser for iOS. It helps users access the internet with enhanced safety and privacy at no additional cost.

Is Onion Browser a free application?

Yes, Onion Browser is free and open-source software. It provides Tor-powered web browsing on iOS without any charge to the user.

How does Onion Browser enhance user privacy?

Onion Browser protects privacy by browsing over Tor, securing traffic from insecure networks, blocking scripts, and automatically clearing cookies and tabs. It also accesses .onion sites.

Can Onion Browser access .onion sites?

Yes, Onion Browser allows users to access .onion sites, which are only accessible through the Tor network.

Does Onion Browser require Orbot for a secure connection?

Yes, Onion Browser relies on the Orbot app for a secure connection to Tor. Users must install Orbot to continue using the browser.

Does Onion Browser help against online tracking?

Onion Browser fights online tracking by blocking scripts and automatically clearing cookies and tabs, based on user preferences.

Is browsing with Onion Browser slower than other browsers?

Yes, web browsing through Onion Browser is much slower than with a normal web browser or VPN because traffic is encrypted and relayed via the Tor network.

What are the security levels available in Onion Browser?

Onion Browser offers three default security levels: Gold, Silver, and Bronze. Silver is the recommended default, providing good security while maintaining website functionality.

Can Onion Browser be used on restricted networks?

Onion Browser might not work on networks with advanced restrictions. If connection fails, users can try using bridges, force-quitting, and restarting the app.

What is the default search engine in Onion Browser?

The default search engine in Onion Browser is DuckDuckGo. This setting is configurable within the app's settings menu.

Can users customize security settings in Onion Browser?

Yes, users can customize security settings in Onion Browser, including allowing JavaScript, persistent cookies, and access to device motion data or microphone/video.

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