# Nostr: Can I use Nostr through Tor?

Some clients can connect to relays through Tor when configured to use a Tor proxy or a Tor-capable environment.

2026-08-09
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## Short answer

Some clients can connect to relays through Tor when configured to use a Tor proxy or a Tor-capable environment. Check the particular client's documentation and test that all relay and media requests use the intended route; Tor Browser by itself does not route a separate Nostr app. Tor can hide your home IP from relays, but your public posts remain linkable to your key.

## Sources

[NIP-01: Basic protocol](https://github.com/nostr-protocol/nips/blob/master/01.md), [Tor Project: Managing identities](https://support.torproject.org/tor-browser/features/managing-identities/).

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