Last updated: November 11, 2026
Is Tor down? User reports indicate possible problems with Tor
Tor is a free, volunteer run network and browser that protects users' privacy by routing traffic through multiple relays. This page tracks its live status, user connection reports, and the most common browser and network problems.
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Tor outage history
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Tor uptime and reports
Live report counts and the day by day record for the last 30 days.
User reports received in each period.
Last 30 days, day by day: 12 October 2026 to 10 November 2026
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Is Tor Down Right Now?
No, the Tor network is not down for everyone right now. The live reports above show the current Tor status from real users. Most connection trouble affects one country, provider, or computer at a time.
Tor is a free privacy network run by volunteers, with Tor Browser as its main app. A Tor outage can mean slow circuits, blocked connections, or a browser that never connects. This page tracks Tor down reports and basic connection fixes.
Is Tor Down for Me or Everyone?
Try a normal website in a regular browser first. If that fails too, your own internet line is down, not Tor. If normal browsing works, the block or fault sits on the Tor side of the path.
Check the Tor network status through the official project pages when you can. Relay problems in one region slow circuits there. A fresh circuit or a short wait often restores normal speed. VPN users run the same short wait, since a TorGuard server that refuses connections frees up once the crowd moves on.
Why Won’t Tor Browser Connect?
The browser needs a working path to the Tor network. Some networks and countries block the known entry points. The connection screen then stalls at the first step for minutes.
A wrong system clock blocks connections as well. Tor checks certificates during setup, and a clock off by hours fails those checks. Set the clock to update automatically and try again.
Why Is Tor Browser So Slow?
Traffic passes through three volunteer relays around the world. Each hop adds distance and delay. Busy relays slow things further, so speed swings through the day are normal.
A new circuit can land on faster relays. Use the new circuit option for the current site first. Avoid large downloads, since they strain the shared network and rarely finish faster.
Why Do Some Websites Block Tor Users?
Sites see traffic from shared exit relays, and abuse from a few users taints those addresses. Many sites answer with captcha walls or outright blocks. The site cannot tell you apart from other exit traffic.
A new circuit may exit through a different relay with a cleaner record. Some sites still refuse all Tor exits. In that case, only the site owner can change the policy.
Common Tor Problems and Fixes
Browser stuck while connecting
Browser stuck while connecting: Check your system clock and set it to automatic. If your network blocks Tor, request a bridge in the connection settings. Restart the browser after changing bridge settings.
Tor Browser says it is already running
Tor Browser says it is already running: A stuck process from an earlier session holds the lock. End the old Tor Browser process in your task manager. Then start the browser again and let it connect fresh.
Websites keep blocking you
Websites keep blocking you: Request a new circuit for the site from the browser menu. If the block stays, the site refuses Tor exits as policy. Note the site and try again another day.
Pages load painfully slowly
Pages load painfully slowly: Ask for a new circuit to change relays. Close extra tabs that share the same circuit. Check the official relay status for regional trouble before blaming your machine.
Browser update failed
Browser update failed: Download a fresh copy from the official project site only. Verify the signature if you know how. Install over the old copy to keep your settings and bookmarks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why won’t Tor Browser connect to the network?
Blocked entry points or a wrong system clock are the top causes. Fix the clock first, then try a bridge if your network blocks Tor.
How do I get a bridge if Tor is blocked in my country?
Open the connection settings in Tor Browser and request a bridge. Built in options like Snowflake work well in many blocked regions.
Why is Tor Browser so slow?
Traffic crosses three volunteer relays worldwide, and busy relays add delay. A new circuit can land on faster relays.
Why does Tor Browser say it is already running?
An old process still holds the session lock. End the Tor Browser process in the task manager, then start it again.
How do I fix the clock error in Tor Browser?
Set your system clock to update automatically from the internet. Restart the browser after the clock corrects itself.
Why do websites block Tor users?
Sites see shared exit relay addresses and block them after abuse by others. A new circuit sometimes exits through a cleaner relay.