The Tor Project has released a significant update to Tor Browser. While the update, Tor Browser 13.5.1 includes security patches for the desktop version.
- Windows + macOS + Linux
- Updated Firefox to 115.13.0esr
- Android
- Updated GeckoView to 115.13.0esr
- Build System
- All Platforms
- Updated Go to 1.21.12
You can see Change Logs here
3 Weeks Ago – Tor Browser 13.5 for Android Launched
For the past two years, the Tor Project has been steadily building its capacity to improve the Tor Browser experience on Android. This last update marks a major leap forward in that effort.
The Tor Project’s announcement keeps things vague, simply stating “tangible improvements” for Android users.
However, considering the project’s focus on mobile development in recent years, we can expect enhancements in several areas:
- Performance and Stability: Tor on Android has historically faced performance issues. This update likely addresses those concerns, making the browsing experience smoother and more reliable.
- Security Features: Tor is known for its robust security features on desktop. The update could bring some of those features, like fingerprinting resistance or advanced encryption options, to the Android version.
- Usability Enhancements: The Tor Browser interface might receive an overhaul for a more user-friendly experience on mobile devices.
Why is this Important?
Mobile internet usage continues to soar, with many users relying solely on their smartphones for web browsing. This trend highlights the importance of mobile privacy tools. Tor Browser on Android empowers users to browse the web privately and securely, regardless of their location or network.
Downloading the New Tor Browser
The official announcement recommends downloading the latest Tor Browser version here.
For those seeking more information on the specific changes in Tor Browser 13.5 for Android, we’ll have to wait for the Tor Project to release detailed patch notes.
Due to Firefox ending support for older versions of Windows and macOS, Tor Browser 13.5 will be the final major version of Tor Browser to support Windows 8.1 and older, and macOS 10.14 and older.
Keeping Tor Browser up to date is critical to maintaining your privacy, security and anonymity. However following Tor Browser 14.0’s release in Q4 this year, users of these platforms will no longer receive important updates.
