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All Versions of Orbot

1.7.1

June 5, 2024

- Updated Tor to latest version 0.4.8.11. - Updated translations. - Fixed issue with still selected bridges on iOS where we had to remove bridge support. - Added WebTunnel support to macOS version. - Fixed crash when deleting block items.
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1.7.0

March 5, 2024

With this update, Orbot for iOS should be usable again for many people! To reduce RAM usage (and hence don't let it get killed by the iOS memory watchdog), do the following: - Clear the Tor cache on every start. (There's a setting which does that automatically!) - Disable GeoIP usage. (That's a new setting, also.) - Unfortunately, we had to remove bridge support (Obfs4proxy and Snowflake), that also uses too much RAM. - iOS 17.3.1 seems to have a bug with VPNs. A device restart might help. The macOS version still has all the features, including bridge support, since there's no RAM limit there. Changelog: - Removed support for Obfs4proxy and Snowflake on iOS to reduce RAM usage. - Added toggle to disable GeoIP which reduces RAM usage on iOS. - Updated leaf dependency used for routing traffic. - Updated Snowflake support for macOS.
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1.6.7

December 23, 2023

- Updated Tor to latest version 0.4.8.10. - Updated Ukrainian translation. - Updated Snowflake to latest version 2.8.0.
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1.6.6

October 31, 2023

- Added Croatian translation. - Updated Spanish translation. - Updated Snowflake to latest version 2.7.0. - Fixed Snowflake AMP support. - Updated Tor to latest version 0.4.8.7. - Show new circuit type "CONFLUX_LINKED" in circuits list.
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1.6.5

October 4, 2023

The growth of the Tor network unfortunately makes the client use a lot of RAM, which brings us near the limit of 50 MB RAM, a "Network Extension" (also known as "VPN") is allowed to use. This limit is in iOS only, Hence the following changes are iOS only: - Brought back "Clear Cache" button on the home screen. - Added setting to always clear the cache automatically before start. - Reduced `MaxMemInQueues` to 5 MB again. Recent problems with bridges are also addressed: - Updated Snowflake configuration to make it work again. - Added Meek Azure support, since it still works, albeight often slowly. - Removed deprecated CAPTCHA support which is now completely replaced by automatic configuration. - Improved "Ask Tor" auto-configuration: - Update built-in Obfs4 and Snowflake configuration on the fly without the need for a new app release. - Store private Obfs4 bridges for later use if we happen to receive any. (Check out "Custom bridges" after you pressed "Ask Tor", it might contain bridge lines.) - Fixed minor issue where the "strict nodes" setting didn't show its real state. - Improved minor details in edge cases.
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1.6.4

September 11, 2023

- Improved reliability of Snowflake: - Updated built-in bridge list (incl. Snowflake configuration). - iOS: Keep iOS from killing the VPN, when the start takes longer. - iOS: Increased default `MaxMemInQueues` from 5 to 10 MB, as it looks like we have more headroom now due to the Tor patch.
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1.6.3

August 31, 2023

- Updated Tor to latest 0.4.8.4. - Added patch to Tor which improves memory consumption with a warm cache on startup. - Restarts should now be much faster again if the cache contains valid data.
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1.6.2

August 29, 2023

- Updated Tor to 0.4.7.14, updated Snowflake and Obfs4proxy now known as "Lyrebird". - iOS: Always clear Tor cache on startup to increase reliability. Removed explicit buttons to clear the cache. - macOS: No RAM limit there, so removed unneeded `MaxMemInQueues` limitation. - Allow to override `MaxMemInQueues`, so advanced users can experiment with it. - Added Arabic translation. - Content blocker: Persist changes right away. - Removed LZMA library to save some RAM.
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1.6.1

June 30, 2023

- Workaround for problems on iOS 16.5: Added watchdog which tries to start again, if start failed. - Added a prominent "Clear Tor Cache" button for easier access to remedy problems easier. - Remote Control: Improved reliability of other apps starting Tor. - Remote Control: Allow authorized apps to stop Tor. - Added Tor status widget. (Reliability limited due to iOS limitations!)
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1.6.0

April 11, 2023

- Improved Smart Connect: Don't stop, if auto-config server cannot be reached. - Improved Smart Connect UI. - Improved manual bridge configuration UI. - Added configurable Smart Connect timeout for user testing. - Updated Obfs4proxy and Snowflake libraries. - Support multiple Snowflake bridges. - Added setting: Switch back to the last VPN after Tor stops. - New app icon. - New illustrations. - Updated translations. - Updated Tor to 0.4.7.13.
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Description of Orbot

Orbot is the original free and open-source Tor-powered VPN for iOS and macOS. Orbot helps you access the internet with more safety and privacy, and no extra cost to you. FEATURES: - Browse the internet over Tor. - Secure your traffic from insecure wireless networks and ISPs. - Access .onion sites that are only accessible over Tor. DISCLAIMERS: - Web browsing is much slower than through a normal VPN because your traffic is encrypted and relayed through the Tor network. - Orbot might not work on networks with advanced network restrictions. If the app does not connect, try using bridges (or a different type of bridge). - Use of Orbot is at your own risk; remember that sensitive data does not always belong on a mobile device. ** Orbot is free and open-source software. You can read more about Orbot and how to support development of Tor on iOS by visiting orbot.app **
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Orbot: FAQ

Is Orbot iPad-friendly?

Yes, Orbot offers an iPad version.
The Orbot app was built by The Tor Project, Inc.
Your iOS device must have at least iOS 15.0 installed to use the app.
Orbot has an okay rating of 3.1 out of 5, according to user reviews.
The App Genre Of The Orbot App Is Utilities.
The latest version of the Orbot app is 1.7.1.
The latest Orbot app update was released on July 1, 2024.
Orbot was first made available on February 6, 2023.
Safe for kids, with no inappropriate or mature content.
Orbot is now available to use in Arabic, Croatian, English and 6 more.
Sorry, Orbot is not part of Apple Arcade.
No, Orbot is not eligible for in-app purchases.
Unfortunately, Orbot is not fully compatible with Apple Vision Pro.

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  • go back to version 1.6.4

    Edit: plz help me I can’t compile this with Xcode 14+, I get cc link errors.
    Was an older version of clang used?

    what are you doing. go back to version 1.6.4, increase the memory limit back to 10MB it works fine edit: never mind , i understand now why you did it. for everyone else: it was done because the more you surf or multitask, the more memory you use and when you finally cap out at max the vpn disables for a moment which defeats the purpose of using it at all.
  • This app works again

    There are a lot of comments pointing out issues (that I also experienced) with a previous version, but—at least for me—recent updates have fixed these problems. With Orbot back to working, it’s a great tool to consider using, depending on one’s threat model.
  • go back to version 1.6.4

    what are you doing. go back to version 1.6.4, increase the memory limit back to 10MB it works fine

    edit: never mind , i understand now why you did it. for everyone else: it was done because the more you surf or multitask, the more memory you use and when you finally cap out at max the vpn disables for a moment which defeats the purpose of using it at all.