Anonymity is not a tool or a setting. It's a set of solutions that must work together. Most issues arise not from a lack of technology, but from misunderstanding how these elements interplay. Below are common systemic errors that often lead to de-anonymization.
1. Lack of Separation of...
Initially, the Telegram company allegedly didn't hand over encryption keys to law enforcement agencies. This formed the basis for a marketing campaign as a messenger that won't betray you. A significant portion of the shadow business (dealers, scammers, service providers, etc) settled in...
Tor Browser is often described as a browser for anonymity. That's almost true, but with caveats that determine security. Tor doesn't make you invisible and doesn't replace common sense, but it does protect well against a whole class of observers: ISPs, public Wi‑Fi networks, advertising networks...
Public Wi‑Fi in cafes, airports and hotels is a high‑risk area. Even if a network is password‑protected, that offers no guarantee your data is safe. Hackers can easily intercept your traffic, spoof DNS responses, or create a clone network with a name similar to the official one to steal bank...