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Discussion => Newbie discussion => Topic started by: meloanthony on June 30, 2013, 03:16 pm
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I heard that using Tor wasn't a good idea while opening some sites, mostly those more advanced..
I also heard that making bank transfers via Tor isn't too safe..
What do you guys think about it?
THX :)
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Well, Just to buy bitcoins you don't need anything cause it's perfectly legal.
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There's nothing unsafe about using Tor, so long as you're using HTTPS or hidden services. So bank transfers using it are fine You may get a call from your bank asking if you're aware someone accessed your account from another country - tell them you're using a proxy and they'll leave you alone - they don't mind, they'll just be pleased they don't have to open a fraud case.
Do be careful to check the HTTPS connection is OK though (no broken padlock symbol or scary warning page), as it's possible a tor exit node could be trying to scam you.
But as ben78ynos mentioned, you don't need to use Tor to buy bitcoins. It buys you more anonymity, but obviously if you then just put your bank details into a form then that service still knows who you are. Also some bitcoin exchanges forbid Tor, because they want to look like they aren't helping people like us.
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good question. I have been wondering the same thing. +1
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I know MTGOX will block you account if it's tried to be accessed from TOR.
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depends on how you use to buy btc. some check if you use tor
i use tor through bitinstant still. i prefer the anonymity (use fake name, address, phone number, etc)
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depends on how you use to buy btc. some check if you use tor
i use tor through bitinstant still. i prefer the anonymity (use fake name, address, phone number, etc)
this is how I usually do it, but bitinstant changed thier website, and it hasnt let me buy any for the last week.