mobazha Tor Browsing & Privacy Configuration
Access Mobazha stores anonymously through Tor, or run your own store as a .onion hidden service.
Part A: Browse Mobazha Stores via Tor (Buyer)
Step 1: Install Tor Browser
Download from the official Tor Project website: https://www.torproject.org/download/
| Platform | Install Method |
|---|---|
| Windows | Download and run the installer from torproject.org |
| macOS | Download the .dmg, drag to Applications |
| Linux | sudo apt install torbrowser-launcher or download from torproject.org |
| Android | Install "Tor Browser" from Google Play or F-Droid |
Step 2: Access a .onion Store
If a Mobazha store has Tor enabled, it will have a .onion address. Open Tor Browser and navigate to:
http://<store-onion-address>.onion
The store looks and works exactly like the clearnet version, but your connection is routed through the Tor network for privacy.
Step 3: Browse the Mobazha Marketplace via Tor
The SaaS marketplace can also be accessed through Tor by visiting:
https://app.mobazha.org
Tor Browser handles the connection routing automatically. Note that .onion addresses provide stronger anonymity than accessing clearnet URLs through Tor.
Privacy Tips for Buyers
- Use Tor Browser exclusively — don't use a regular browser with a Tor proxy
- Don't maximize the window — keeping the default size reduces fingerprinting
- Avoid logging in — browsing without an account provides the strongest anonymity
- Use cryptocurrency — for truly private purchases, pay with privacy-focused coins like Zcash (shielded)
Part B: Run Your Store as a Tor Hidden Service (Seller)
Option 1: Enable During Docker Installation
curl -sSL https://get.mobazha.org/standalone | sudo bash -s -- --overlay tor
This sets up your store with a .onion address. No domain name or public IP required.
Option 2: Enable on an Existing Docker Store
In the store admin dashboard:
- Go to Admin → System → Network
- Enable the Tor overlay
- Save and wait for the service to restart
The .onion address will be generated and displayed in the Network settings.
No re-installation needed.
Option 3: Using mobazha-ctl
cd /opt/mobazha
# Update .env to set OVERLAY_TYPE=tor and CONNECTIVITY=overlay
# Then restart:
docker compose -f docker-compose.yml -f docker-compose.overlay.yml --profile tor up -d
Finding Your .onion Address
After enabling Tor, your store's .onion address is shown in:
- Admin → System → Network in the dashboard
- The container logs:
docker compose logs | grep "onion"
How It Works
When Tor overlay is enabled:
- Your store runs a Tor hidden service inside the Docker container
- A
.onionaddress is generated (no domain purchase needed) - Buyers can access your store anonymously via Tor Browser
- Your VPS IP is not exposed to buyers
- You can run with Tor and a clearnet domain simultaneously
Lokinet Alternative
Mobazha also supports Lokinet as a privacy overlay:
curl -sSL https://get.mobazha.org/standalone | sudo bash -s -- --overlay lokinet
Lokinet provides similar anonymity properties with potentially lower latency.
Security Considerations
- Tor does not encrypt stored data — it protects network traffic only
- If running a hidden service, keep your VPS identity separate from your real identity
- Use cryptocurrency for payments to maintain transaction privacy
- Regularly update your store to get the latest security patches