torsocks ☆
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Description:
Use SOCKS-friendly applications with Tor
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @torproject  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: tor anonymity proxy networking privacy socks
Install: brew install torsocks
About:
Torsocks is a command-line utility that allows any SOCKS-friendly application to connect to the Tor network. It intercepts network calls and transparently routes TCP and DNS traffic through a SOCKS proxy, typically Tor. This enables users to anonymize network activity for applications that lack native Tor support.
Key Features:
  • Transparently routes TCP connections through Tor
  • Handles DNS queries to prevent leaks
  • Works with unmodified applications
  • Supports IPv4 and IPv6
Use Cases:
  • Anonymizing traffic for command-line tools like wget or curl
  • Running network diagnostics through the Tor network
  • Developing and testing applications in a Tor-routed environment
Alternatives:
  • torsocks – The original tool; torsocks is a modern reimplementation with similar functionality.
  • proxychains – More flexible, supporting multiple proxy types beyond SOCKS, but less Tor-specific.
Version History
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Dec 23, 2024 4:11am 0 VERSION_BUMP d0816def
Sep 12, 2024 8:02pm 0 VERSION_BUMP abb676ff
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