Librewolf, a Firefox fork dedicated to privacy, strips out tracking, telemetry, and other data-gathering features. Although it doesn’t come with built-in Tor integration, Librewolf can be configured to connect through the Tor network for added anonymity. By setting Librewolf as your default browser with Tor, you’ll enjoy both privacy-focused browsing and the anonymity of Tor, all in a familiar interface.
Librewolf’s default privacy settings make it an ideal choice for those who want an out-of-the-box secure experience. Setting it up with Tor further enhances your privacy, ensuring that all your browsing activity goes through Tor’s encrypted network. Making Librewolf your default browser means all external links you open will be routed through this secure environment, protecting your online activities from tracking and monitoring.
Before beginning, make sure you have Librewolf installed on your device. You can download it from the Librewolf website. Once installed, follow these steps to set it as your default browser and configure it to use Tor.
Note: Your operating system may ask you to confirm this change. Select “Yes” or “Confirm” to complete the process.
To route Librewolf traffic through Tor, you’ll need to configure a proxy connection.
Reminder: Make sure Tor is running on your device to enable Librewolf to connect to the Tor network. You can use Tor Browser or the Tor service to start the Tor network connection.
To ensure Librewolf is successfully connected to the Tor network, follow these steps:
If you decide to stop routing Librewolf through Tor, reverting to standard settings is simple:
Using Librewolf with Tor offers enhanced privacy, but here are a few points to consider:
By setting Librewolf as your default with Tor, you’re prioritizing privacy with every session, creating a secure browsing experience free from tracking and monitoring.
Not sure which browser is ideal for Tor? Here's another one to check out. How to Configure GNU IceCat as Your Default Browser with Tor.