Tor
The Onion Router (also known as Tor) is an open-source browser and a long-standing favorite of privacy advocates. It's free to use and anonymizes web traffic, making it much harder for third-parties to keep tabs on browsing sessions.
For
- Completely free
- Decentralized network
- High level of anonymity
- Bypass censorship
Against
- Slower speeds
- Can’t easily choose your location
VPN
Virtual Private Networks (or VPNs) are popular tools used to give your digital privacy a boost. They work like any other app on your device and are available at all sorts of prices – which means they're especially consumer-friendly.
For
- Potential for fast speeds
- Encrypts all traffic
- Ability to bypass content blocks
- Many extra features
Against
- Paid subscription required
- Requires trust in VPN provider
