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Fixed Tor Browser not running on root user. Discover best practices fixed for opening the Tor browser, secure browsing, enhancing your online privacy, and safeguarding your system integrity while using Tor.
Tor browser should not be run as root
Are you running “root” user in your Kali Linux? don’t worry about opening problem the Tor browser on your Linux Machine. this is a simple set to fix this open Tor browser on root user in kali linux.
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Open Directory
Open the Linux Directory & go ‘root” Directory.
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Display Hidden Files
Click “View” on the menu bar. Check mark the “Show Hidden Files”. then it shows all hidden files & folders in your Linux Directory.
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Goto Torbrowser Directory / Folder
When displaying hidden files then visit “.local” folder => then goto “share” folder => then goto “torbrowser” folder. open the folder.
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Open “Browser” Folder
After open “torbrowse’ folder then goto “tbb” directory => then goto ‘x86_64’ directory => then goto “tor-browser” directory => then goto “Browser” directory.
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open “start-tor-browser” file on any text editor
then select “start-tor-browser” file and open it in any text editor. I am open here mousepad text editor. after open this file then find “root” word as you seen the above image. after find ‘root’ then comment in 4 lines using “#”.
#if [ “
id -u” -eq 0 ]; then
#complain “The Tor Browser should not be run as root. Exiting.”
#exit 1
#fiThen Save the file. open the tor browser.
conclusion
By following best practices and using a standard user account to launch Tor, you can enhance your privacy and reduce potential Identity. Always stay informed about the latest security updates and configurations to ensure a safer browsing experience on the Tor network.
FAQs
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What are the risks of running software as root?
Running software as root grants it elevated privileges, meaning any security flaws can be exploited more easily. This increases the risk of malware installation, data theft, and system manipulation.
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Is it possible to change my user permissions?
Yes, you can change your user permissions by creating a new user account with standard privileges. Follow your operating system’s guidelines to add a new user and set permissions accordingly.
