Tor Browser Launches on Android Without Built-in Proxy
Tor Project releases alpha version of mobile Tor browser for Android devices with multi-layer encryption
Internet censorship has intensified in many regions, which prompted developers to accelerate work on a mobile version of the browser starting last year. An alpha version is now available, featuring multi-layer encryption and anonymity—advertising networks won't be able to determine your location. When the stable version of Tor Browser for Android launches, it will include a built-in proxy. For now, you'll need to use the third-party Orbot application.
The alpha version is currently available on Google Play or the official website. The first stable release is scheduled for January 2019.
Tor Browser for Android Features
Tor was designed to create an "isolated cocoon" when visiting websites, preventing ad networks from tracking your real location and serving targeted ads. Once you leave a page, all cookies are automatically cleared.
Once the proxy server is implemented, the browser will completely hide which sites you visit. Anyone trying to monitor your activity will only see that you're using Tor Browser. Additionally, unified information about your browser and device will be displayed. This means attackers won't know which specific mobile device you're using or what version of the operating system you have.
Once you launch the browser, all your transmitted and received data will be encrypted three times and routed through a network consisting of thousands of computers. With Tor Browser, you'll gain access to websites previously blocked in your region.
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