🛡️ How to Block Securly

Securly is a web filtering tool often used in schools to block certain websites. If you're trying to access privacy tools like Tor or VPNs and Securly is in the way, here are some safe and responsible steps:

• Use a VPN before connecting to your school network. This may prevent Securly from seeing your traffic.
• Try accessing Tor Browser from a personal device not managed by your school.
• Use mobile data or a hotspot instead of school Wi-Fi to avoid filtering.
• If you're on a Chromebook,
• Use Bridges in Tor Browser to disguise your traffic and bypass filtering.

Important: Never attempt to bypass Securly on school-owned devices without permission. Always respect your institution’s rules and use privacy tools responsibly.

📥 Download Tor Browser

• Windows: Go to torproject.org/download and choose the Windows version. Run the installer and follow the setup instructions.
• macOS: Visit the same link and select the macOS version. Drag the Tor Browser into your Applications folder.
• Linux: Download the Linux version from the site. Extract the folder and run the start-tor-browser.desktop file.
• Chromebook: 🧭 Step-by-Step: Install Tor Browser on Chromebook ✅ Step 1: Check if your Chromebook supports Linux - Click the clock in the bottom-right corner of your screen. - Click the gear icon ⚙️ to open Settings. - In the left sidebar, click "Advanced" → then click "Developers". - Look for "Linux development environment (Beta)". - If you see it, your Chromebook supports Linux. - If not, your device may not support this method. 🧱 Step 2: Turn on Linux - In the "Linux development environment (Beta)" section, click "Turn On". - A setup window will appear. Click "Next". - Choose a username (any name is fine). - Set Disk size (default is okay unless you want more space). - Click "Install". - Wait a few minutes while Linux installs. A Terminal window will open automatically when done. 🌐 Step 3: Download Tor Browser - In the Terminal window, type this command exactly: sudo apt update && sudo apt install wget - Press Enter. This updates your system and installs the download tool. - Now download the Tor Browser: wget https://www.torproject.org/dist/torbrowser/12.5.6/tor-browser-linux64-12.5.6_ALL.tar.xz - Press Enter. This downloads the latest Tor Browser package. 📦 Step 4: Extract and Install Tor Browser - Extract the downloaded file: tar -xvf tor-browser-linux64-12.5.6_ALL.tar.xz - Press Enter. This unpacks the browser files. - Navigate to the Tor Browser folder: cd tor-browser - Press Enter. - Launch the installer: ./start-tor-browser.desktop - Press Enter. The Tor Browser will start and guide you through setup. 🚀 Step 5: Use Tor Browser - Once installed, you can launch Tor Browser anytime by opening the Terminal and typing: cd tor-browser ./start-tor-browser.desktop - You can also create a shortcut: - Right-click the Tor Browser icon in your app shelf. - Select "Pin" to keep it handy. 🛡️ Tips for Safe Browsing - Always download Tor Browser from the official site: https://www.torproject.org - Keep your Linux environment and Tor Browser updated. - Avoid installing extra browser extensions—they can compromise privacy.
• iOS: Tor Browser is not officially available on iOS. Use the Onion Browser from the App Store, developed by the Tor Project.

🔒 Turn On a VPN

Using a VPN with Tor adds an extra layer of privacy. Here's how to do it:

1. Choose a trusted VPN provider (e.g. ProtonVPN, Mullvad, NordVPN).
2. Download and install the VPN app for your device.
3. Connect to a server before launching Tor Browser.
4. Once connected, open Tor Browser and begin browsing anonymously.

Note: VPN first, then Tor = more privacy. Tor first, then VPN = different use case (less common).

🧭 Bypass Securely

If you're trying to access blocked content or bypass restrictions:

• Use Bridges in Tor Browser settings to avoid censorship.
• Enable Snowflake or obfs4 bridges for stealth access.
• Always keep your VPN active while using Tor.
• Never log into personal accounts while using Tor for bypassing.