Tor Messenger

Tor Messenger is a cool tool that helps you chat safely and privately online. Depending on where you live, having access to a secure and uncensored internet connection can really make a difference. And guess what? Right now, it’s in beta!

What is Tor Messenger?

This instant messaging desktop client uses the Tor network to keep your chats secure. That means you can talk with your friends without worrying about anyone snooping around. Pretty neat, right?

How to Connect

If you’re facing any issues connecting due to censorship or proxies, don’t stress! Tor Messenger has an assistant that walks you through the process of connecting to the Tor network. Just follow the instructions on your screen and fill in what’s needed.

Setting Up Your Accounts

Next up, you’ll want to set up your accounts in Tor Messenger. It supports lots of popular platforms like Facebook Chat, Google Talk, IRC, Odnoklassniki, Twitter, Jabber (XMPP), and Yahoo! The best part is that you don’t have to keep all your accounts connected at once; you can manage them easily from the Accounts window.

Your Contacts at a Glance

In the Contacts window of Tor Messenger, you'll find all your contacts linked to those accounts—just remember they only show up when you're connected!

Starting Conversations

Once everything’s set up, you’re ready to chat! The main window lets you jump into new conversations or join group chats quickly. Plus, by default, all messages are encrypted for extra safety.

The Importance of OTR

If you want an even more private chat experience, both users need to use an OTR-enabled client. If not, your messages won’t go through—so keep that in mind!

A Quick Recap

So there you have it! Tor Messenger builds on Instantbird technology and sends all traffic through the secure Tor network for safe messaging. It works with some of the biggest communication platforms out there while making security as simple as possible.

If you're interested in downloading Tor Messenger for Mac and exploring its features more closely, check it out here.