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Enjoy Firefox functionality and full Tor encrypted privacy in a specially designed mobile device tool

Enjoy Firefox functionality and full Tor encrypted privacy in a specially designed mobile device tool

Vote: (21 votes)

Program license: Free

Developer: The Tor Project

Version: Fennec-52.9.0esrTorBrowser-7.5-1Orfox-1.5.4-RC-1

Works under: Android

Vote:

Program license

(21 votes)

Free

Developer

Version

The Tor Project

Fennec-52.9.0esrTorBrowser-7.5-1Orfox-1.5.4-RC-1

Works under:

Android

This app shows that you don't need a full-sized computer to use a secure third-party browser that works to protect you while on the Internet

An Overview of OrFox: Tor Browser for Android

A lot of browsers advertise themselves as the ideal one to use when you're using the Internet. This one claims to be faster, while that one claims to have more features. Though if you're using the Internet, you're probably focused on safety. If you want secure browsing on your mobile device, then the OrFox: Tor Browser for Android might have exactly what you're looking for.

The Tor Project creates one of the safest browsers in use today, though typically their Tor browser is reserved for desktops and laptops. This OrFox app allows you to get the free browser for your Android OS. You will get the same level of protection on the mobile browser, which is great for many users.

The Features of OrFox: Tor Browser for Android

What makes the Tor browser so unique is that it actually automatically connects you to a VPN and proxy connection every time you log on. This gives you a ton of security, while it also means that you can simply use Tor to access blocked content and to ensure that you're browsing in total safety.

The fact that you can access restricted sites and content is great, though keep in mind that Tor browsers are notoriously resource heavy and sort of bulky. So, unfortunately, one of the biggest features of this mobile browser is its footprint. Though it's still very safe.

Pros and Cons of OrFox: Tor Browser for Android

  • A very secure browser
  • Access restricted and blocked content
  • Browser is free to use
  • Updates very frequently
  • Bulky and slow at times
  • Might be useless on an older mobile device