Newb: I set secure DNS to Mullvad DNS. Since I can’t afford a VPN, I do my web searches on Tor browser.

  • Sam A.@feddit.dk
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    8 days ago

    I would not do that. The whole idea behind Tor Browser is to make users look similar. By using a custom DNS provider you stand out from the crowd, thus making yourself more unique/identifiable. A website may not be able to see who you are, but it’s gonna have a way easier time seeing that you’re the same person visiting as the person who was there yesterday.

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      8 days ago

      Well, would they stand out to the next node but not to all Intermediaries, right, including the website they are visiting?

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        8 days ago

        redirecting you to a unique subdomain and watch which resolver comes calling. that’s how ipleak and co. check for DNS leaks.

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            3 days ago

            And that’s why you should stick with tor browsers defaults (with the exception of adjusting security slider to meet needs). They have a whole team who are paid to think about it.