Tor: an anonymizing overlay network for TCP Tor is a connection-based low-latency anonymous communication system which addresses many flaws in the original onion routing design. Tor is a toolset for a wide range of organizations and people that want to improve their safety and security on the Internet. Using Tor can help you anonymize web browsing and publishing, instant messaging, IRC, SSH, and more. Tor also provides a platform on which software developers can build new applications with built-in anonymity, safety, and privacy features.