Anonsurf¶
Introduction¶
Anonsurf is a tool that routes all system traffic through the Tor network. Unlike Proxychains (which works application by application), Anonsurf anonymizes the entire operating system.
Installation¶
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Clone the Anonsurf repository:
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Move into the directory:
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Run the installer:
Alternatively, on some systems, you can install directly:
Usage¶
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Start Anonsurf:
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Stop Anonsurf:
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Restart Anonsurf:
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Change identity (request a new Tor circuit):
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Check Anonsurf status:
Features¶
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Routes all traffic through the Tor network.
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Prevents DNS leaks.
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Blocks IPv6 traffic to avoid accidental identity leaks.
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Provides a system-wide anonymity solution.
Verification¶
Before starting Anonsurf:
- Visit https://www.dnsleaktest.com to see your real IP.
After starting Anonsurf:
- Visit the same site and confirm your IP has changed to a Tor exit node.