Configuring Specific Apps to Work with Orbot

1. Tor Browser:

• Download and Install:
  • For Android, download the Tor Browser from the Google Play Store or F-Droid.
  • For iOS, download the Onion Browser from the App Store.
• Use with Orbot:
  • Open Orbot and start the Tor network.
  • Open the Tor Browser or Onion Browser. The browser will automatically use the Tor network provided by Orbot.

2. Firefox (Android):

• Download and Install:
  • Download Firefox from the Google Play Store.
• Configure to Use Orbot:
  • Open Firefox and go to the settings menu.
  • Find the Proxy settings (usually under Advanced or Network).
  • Set the HTTP Proxy to localhost and the Port to 8118.
  • Start Orbot and ensure it’s running.
  • Now, Firefox will route its traffic through the Tor network via Orbot.

3. Telegram (Android):

• Download and Install:
  • Download Telegram from the Google Play Store.
• Configure to Use Orbot:
  • Open Telegram and go to the Settings menu.
  • Navigate to Data and Storage > Proxy Settings.
  • Add a new proxy with the following details:
    • Server: localhost
    • Port: 9050
    • Type: SOCKS5
  • Start Orbot and ensure it’s running.
  • Telegram will now use the Tor network for its traffic.

4. Other Apps (Android):

• Download and Install:
  • Ensure the app you want to use is installed.
• Configure to Use Orbot:
  • Open Orbot and go to the Settings menu.
  • Tap on Apps VPN Mode or Selective Apps Proxy.
  • Select the apps you want to route through the Tor network.
  • Start Orbot and ensure it’s running.
  • The selected apps will now use the Tor network for their traffic.

Additional Tips:

• Always On VPN: If you want all your traffic to go through Orbot, you can set Orbot as an “Always On VPN” in your device’s VPN settings.
• Bridges: If your internet provider blocks Tor, you can use bridges. In Orbot’s settings, go to Bridges and select or configure a bridge to use.

Security and Privacy:

• HTTPS: Use HTTPS websites to ensure your data is encrypted end-to-end.
• Sensitive Information: Avoid entering sensitive information when using Tor, as exit nodes can see your unencrypted traffic.