Torry - Search Anonymously with Tor

Latest Version

Version
1.0002
Update
June 30, 2021
Size
227KiB
Developer
torry.io
Category
Users
808
Rating
3.85714 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (United States)
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Torry Extension

Torry is a search engine that anonymizes your searches and hides you from the websites you visit.


Tor Anonymous View

Clicking search results means leaving the protection of Torry. We developed the \"Tor Anonymous View\" so you can visit search results in full privacy inside the Tor Network. Nobody will ever know you were there. You’ll find the feature next to every search result.


Access Onion Websites & Services

Torry grants Internet users access to Tor Onion Websites and Services without having to use the Tor Browser.


Surf Privately

Torry never saves your searches, so you can surf the normal web or deep web with peace of mind. With Torry, you gain access to hidden search results while your personal information remains private


Your Privacy Matters

We’re interested in anonymizing search, not your data. Torry is committed to protecting your privacy. What you search for is your own business. You gain access to great search results while your personal information, searches, and what you do on the website you visit stays private.


Get the extension and start searching today. Your privacy will be better for it.


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Reach out to us anytime at [email protected]
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Source Manifest.json

{ "version": "1.0002", "update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 2, "name": "Torry", "short_name": "Torry", "chrome_settings_overrides": { "search_provider": { "name": "Torry", "keyword": "Torry", "search_url": "https://torry.io/search/?a=b&q={searchTerms}, "favicon_url": "https://torry.io/img/torry_head.png", "encoding": "UTF-8", "is_default": true } }, "description": "Torry - Search Anonymously with Tor", "icons": { "128": "img/128.png", "64": "img/64.png", "32": "img/32.png", "16": "img/16.png" }, "background": { "scripts": [ "bg.js"], "persistent": true } }
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How to download and manually install Torry extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Torry extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install Torry extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Torry extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Torry extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Torry extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the Torry Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Torry extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Torry extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Torry extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the Torry extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download Torry extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Torry extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the Torry extension file

Select and download the Torry extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the Torry extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your Torry extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the Torry extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install Torry extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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cute anddead (ID: 000000cbc15ee394) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 01/21/2022 it works :D

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Alex Freda (ID: 000000069774ee99) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 12/03/2021 Searching Tor sites works and can open onion urls. The Tor proxy speed is a bit faster too.

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HNS DON (ID: 000000bf49cf06db) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 06/15/2021 was able to visit a Tor site and the latency wasn't as bad as the Tor browser. Could be better at showing Tor results on top with no clicks!

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Matius Barker (ID: 000000aa49136562) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 02/20/2021 Great to be able to access the Tor network and open onion links without having to download full Tor browser.

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Kenji Q. Vox (ID: 0000003ef5f008ed) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 11/18/2020 It doesnt work Man/girl