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You can access sites prohibited by Roskomnadzor, watch TV series blocked for users from Russia, and also hide your real location from curious services for collecting information about network users using an anonymizer plug-in for the browser. Let's take a closer look at what a plugin (add-on) is, how to install it in the browser, and which of the many is the most effective.

What is a plugin (add-on, extension) anonymizer for the browser

A browser plugin (add-on, extension) is a compact application that is installed in the browser and adds new functions to it.

Add-ons for anonymization - maintaining anonymity, hiding information about IP, location, browser type and version, etc. - allow you to easily and safely access any sites. After activating the add-on, your browser connects to one of the remote servers. The server loads the Internet page and transmits it to your browser. Due to this, it is the server data, instead of your real ones, that is recorded by tracking services for Internet users. Bypassing the provider's restrictions follows a similar scheme - the program detects the transition to a server that is allowed for access, and therefore does not interrupt the connection.

Where to download anonymizer for browser

It is convenient to search for extensions on the Webstore virtual storefronts:

• Mozilla Firefox- https://addons.mozilla.org/ru/firefox/ ;
• Chrome and Yandex Browser - https://chrome.google.com/webstore/category/apps.

To install, select the add-on, click “Install”, wait until it downloads and installs, and use it.

You can also download add-ons from file storages and from official developer sites. In this case, to install you need to run the file, confirm your intention to install the extension, and wait for the installation process to complete.

Popular anonymization plugins for browsers

AnonymoX - free plugin from German developers with the ability to manually and automatic settings. There are versions for Chrome and Mozilla Firefox.

Once installed, it fits neatly into the panel. By clicking on the icon, a compact settings window opens, where you can select a country - USA, UK, Netherlands - and server.

AnonymoX succeeded in hiding its browser from surveillance - the location changed to the USA. We were able to calculate the real data only through flash. But the data transfer speed with the plugin enabled leaves much to be desired - an average of 4.35 Mbit/s, which is almost 4 times lower than the usual speed provided by the Internet provider.

FriGate is a domestic product, released in versions for Mozilla Firefox, Opera and Chrome. For the latter, there are three options: Lite (for the average user), CDN (for the advanced) and Proxy (for the geeks). As an everyday browser anonymizer, the Lite version is sufficient.

To enable/disable, just click on the icon in the browser panel. The activated extension creates a small window in the upper right corner, where you can click on the flag to select a server and disable anonymization for individual tabs and sites. Fine tuning hidden in the “Options” context menu item.

In matters of concealment, he lost to the previous decision on several points at once. But the download speed remained virtually unchanged after turning on friGate. Not a bad option for watching TV series blocked for users from Russia.

Browsec VPN is another anonymization option from European creators. The plugin is free, but it is possible to purchase a paid subscription. A paid subscription expands the channel to increase download speed, opens access to more servers. The add-on is available for Opera, Chrome, Mozilla Firefox.

The Browsec VPN plugin was able to hide the IP of the device under test for most services. We calculated the substitution using several methods, which is not so bad. The speed is much worse; launching the plugin reduced it almost 10 times; changing the server in the settings did not help. You can use it if you are willing to tolerate slow page loading speeds.

ZenMate VPN - free product with the option to purchase a premium subscription. Suitable for Opera, Chrome, Firefox.

Installing it in the browser is a simple matter, but you won’t be able to launch it without registration. To register, you need to fill out the form, wait for the activation email to arrive and follow the link sent. As a bonus for your efforts, the developers are giving 7 days of free Premium.

After successful registration, you need to click on the program icon and launch the anonymizer. A pleasant interface brightens up the negativity left after the hassle of activation. Servers can be configured manually by selecting the appropriate country.

The Romanian server was enabled in the settings, but we determined its location in Turkey. The download speed turned out to be almost half as low as without anonymization, which is quite good compared to competitors. The main drawback is that Premium is given free of charge for only a week, then for speed and manual settings you will have to pay dearly.

None of the tested free anonymization extensions were able to hide the device under test and completely replace the data it transmitted. All failed with a single vulnerability - Flash, and in some, the use of anonymization was discovered by other methods. However, with the help of anonymizer add-ons, it was possible to bypass restrictions on access to spicy sites; sites blocked by Roskomnadzor also began to work.

Most high speed loading data was demonstrated by the friGate extension, pages opened a little slower when ZenMate VPN was enabled, anonymoX and Browsec VPN were slow, regardless of the settings. All options except ZenMate VPN work without registration.

If you plan to watch movies and use complex online services through an anonymizer, then install friGate or buy paid subscription on ZenMate VPN. For everyday surfing, any of the described solutions is suitable.

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Hola for Google Chrome– an extension installed in the Google Chrome web navigator. Thanks to the plugin, users can easily visit blocked Internet resources. The add-on does not need to be run as a separate application.

The Hall extension integrates into the browser control panel. The user just needs to click on the add-on icon, after which all that remains is to select the country. The developers have tried to do everything to ensure that the plugin allows users to fully enjoy surfing the Internet.

Key Features

• Substitution of real IP address;
• Ability to visit even blocked websites;
• Acceleration of loading Internet resources;
• Support for Russian-language interface;
• Quick settings;
• Free.

Advantages

Any applications, utilities and extensions have some advantages over their analogues. The same applies to the Chrome add-on. First of all, it should be noted that the installed extension allows you to visit even Internet resources blocked by your provider. In addition, the location of the user does not matter.

Simple and user-friendly interface. The user just needs to click on the icon located next to the search bar, and then select a country from the list provided. If necessary, the extension can be disabled or removed.

Another important advantage is that the add-on is free. All you need to do is download the plugin from the Google store and then integrate it into your browser.

Flaws

In fact, the supplement has few shortcomings, but they are serious. The developers overlooked some “holes” that affect the security of the browser and the system as a whole. If desired, attackers can take advantage of this to obtain confidential data.

Another serious drawback is that VPN works on the P2P principle. A computer running Hola becomes a node in one chain. When you download files or visit pages, traces may be left on the third-party computer.

Installing the extension

To install Hola for Chrome browser, users need to visit the Google store. First, open the menu located in the upper right corner. When the submenu opens, you will need to select “Settings”.

When the settings page opens, go to the “Extensions” section. This will launch the page with installed add-ons.

The next step requires you to go to the footer of the page. Then click on the “More extensions” link.

The Google Store will open in a moment. The user can only enter the name of the plugin in the search bar, namely “Hola”.

After downloading the search results, you need to select a VPN. The extension will be at the very top of the list. All that remains is to click on the “Install” button.

Installation takes no more than 1 minute. Once the integration process is complete, you can start using the plugin.

After the user is able to download Hola for Chrome, an icon in the form of a smiling emoticon will appear next to the search bar. In the menu that opens, you must select a country.

After a few seconds, the settings will be applied and sites loaded through the browser will see the new IP address. You can verify this by visiting “https://2ip.ru/”. If desired, you can use another resource.

Conclusion

With the introduction of the copyright law, many interesting websites were blocked. Users cannot watch movies or download various files. To bypass the blocking, just use the Hola plugin, which is installed for Google Chrome.

In addition to changing the IP address, the extension allows websites to load much faster. In addition, you can quickly download any files. This is possible thanks to data compression. When the VPN is no longer needed, you can disable it or completely remove it.

Video review of Hola for Google Chrome

Using the anonymizer for Chrome, you can visit blocked resources, hide information about your IP address, surf inaccessible foreign sites and improve your privacy. To use the benefits of the service you need to install the necessary browser extension. We will look at the TOP anonymizers that are most often installed for the Google Chrome browser.

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Anonymizer - what is it?

Means for hiding basic information about a computer are used not only to increase the level of confidentiality, but also for a number of other reasons.

Blocking sites according to anti-piracy law

Anonymizer for Google Chrome is installed if necessary:

• hide information about a user working on the network from a remote server;
• visit sites that are temporarily or permanently blocked;
• gain access to the necessary chats or forums if your existing IP has been blocked;
• bypass file hosting restrictions.

Interesting to know! Since November 2017, a law has come into force in the Russian Federation prohibiting the use of VPN services and anonymizers to visit prohibited resources in the state. Roskomnadzor has pledged to block the owners of such programs themselves who do not follow the letter of the law.

How to choose a service

When choosing an anonymizer for Google Chrome, you need to pay attention to their quality. Some are free or few known versions may lead to information leakage from the anonymizer server. Therefore, it is important to check whether the tool ensures complete data confidentiality.

Connection via anonymizer

A few tips to help you choose a decent program:

1. Install only known versions. Such services should be actively used for at least several years.
2. Use the anonymizer plugin for Chrome and other browsers with caution.
3. Give preference to paid versions that have advanced functionality compared to free ones.

Since 2015, Runet users have been offered free use of anonymizer plugins. But this risk is not justified, since plugins, on the contrary, betray the user.

Important! If necessary, most requests can be intercepted by the government using anonymizer lists of IP addresses.

After detecting the anonymizer's IP address, it is possible to monitor requests, obtain statistics and other data. Moreover, the government can issue a request for official cooperation with local providers and thus discover the MAC addresses as well as their actual location.

Changing the MAC address is difficult because it requires special equipment or necessary motherboards, because modern communication options can be easily identified. The only exception is an SSL request by IP address (“https://ddd.ddd.ddd.ddd”). Although it can be tracked, it is not readable.

Types of anonymizers

There are quite a few types of anonymizers and they all differ both in the method used to bypass blockers and in other operating technologies.

The following types of services are distinguished:

Web anonymizers. Tools that help you avoid installing software and visit the necessary Internet resources. In order to visit the desired resource, you need to search bar web anonymizer, enter the site address. Thus, blocked resources and all their content can be viewed.

But these types of services have their limitations. For example, sites that are complicated by link mass, as well as AJAX, JavaScript, etc. technologies. do not always function fully. There may be problems with redirecting multimedia data: music, video, etc. To a greater extent, this is a method of accelerating the discovery of simple blocked resources.

Browser extensions. To use them, you must first install the program, after which you can visit the necessary web pages. It works by redirecting traffic through the system servers. The quality of work will depend on what functionality was included by the developer in a specific extension and the operation of the server itself. Some can work even with the most complex resources, full of media content, while others cannot cope with the task that a web anonymizer can handle.

Proxy servers. Like the previous type, corporate proxy servers can work flawlessly or, on the contrary, have operational errors.

The technology does not require prior installation of the program. To get started, you just need to specify the address of the selected proxy server in your browser settings. Good proxy servers provide full broadcast of diverse content and open any, even the most complex, interactive resources with media content.

The disadvantages include the impossibility of a selective type of work: the server will work in the same way for all sites, not only those that are needed. That is, if a proxy was previously used on the user’s network to connect to the Internet, this method is not suitable.

Special browsers. This method is suitable for those who want to use another browser that has built-in extensions (Chromium or FireFox). You can also use the anonymous TOR network. To view the necessary resources, you need to install a new additional browser.

VPN. The technology, like proxy servers, is more often used for other tasks, for example: providing remote access in internal network. But it is often used as a means of anonymization. Advantages: the ability to fully redirect traffic, both web and other services. To get started you need to either install additional programs, or configure VPN access manually. This method excludes work through corporate proxy servers.

Free anonymizer: selection 2019

HideME.ru. This is a web anonymizer with good and advanced functionality. The user will be given a choice of servers through which the redirection will be carried out. This could be Romania, America or Germany. There are also additional options: domain address encryption, built-in ad blocker, HTML optimization, cookie blocker.

The Domain Address Encryption feature is designed to bypass complex filters that not only check the web server address, but also monitor the URL searches for queries, which allows you to bypass all these complex filters. The program copes well with processing complex resources, including social media. networks. With its help, videos from Youtube and other web pages are redirected. It is noteworthy that the service is not defined as a proxy server.

The disadvantages include the need to pay for the work, since only after this the user will have access to all the settings of the premium version. There are also built-in advertising blocks and the presence of problems during testing.

friGate CDN– this extension can be used not only for Google Chrome, but also for other browsers: Opera, Mozilla Firefox. The principle of operation is granular provision of transparent proxying of individual web pages.

The extension has a separate database of built-in sites that were blocked according to decisions of government agencies, so it may automatic mode turn on specifically for these sites. But you can enable it manually for individual resources.

The extension works through separate proxy servers that are located in different countries, and the server address can be changed if necessary. As an addition, it is worth using the function to increase loading speed and the special anonymity mode.

friGate CDN default settings reproduce advertising content sites, but it can be disabled for free in the settings. Media content and websites are displayed correctly and load quickly.

Browsec. Used as an extension for mobile devices based on iOS, as well as Mozilla browsers Firefox and Google Chrome. The program does not restrict the user's traffic and does not show advertising. Servers are located in the USA, the Netherlands, the UK and Singapore.

It has both paid and non-paid versions. The main difference is that when paying, the number of high-speed servers increases. Also copes well with complex resources and media content. Free version Slows down video playback somewhat.

Hola Hola. Available version, which allows you to install browser extensions: Internet Explorer, as well as Chrome and Firefox. It has applications for iOS, Android, MacOS, Windows and a web version of the anonymizer.

With Hola Hola, you can choose a proxy server in almost any country in the world, but any settings or additional functions are missing. It is distinguished by the absence of its own built-in advertising. It is worth noting that when Hola Hola operates, it uses the user’s PC as a separate server for other users. That is, traffic proxying is carried out by redirecting data through subscribers who have installed this application.

PrivateTunnel. It works by redirecting traffic using its own servers. Implements a VPN tunnel, quickly renders not only web pages, but also online services. The tool is designed as a separate application and can be installed on MacOS, Windows, iOS, Android.

Available in two versions. In the free version, traffic is limited to 500 MB, in the paid version – 50-500 GB. Quickly connects and disconnects a VPN channel. At moments when anonymity is not needed, it immediately reduces the amount of traffic consumption. Due to the fact that PrivateTunnel has special encryption, it can be used when logging into Wi-Fi through public or unsecured networks.

TunnelBear. Analogue previous version– PrivateTunnel. It also has its own application and setting restrictions in the same volumes. It’s distinctive that when you pay for a subscription, TunnelBear completely removes all restrictions on consumed traffic.
It is considered concise because it has one option for selecting the country where the server is located and setting for switching VPN. Less speedy on/off of a protected server.

Anonymizer programs for Windows, Android, macOS, iOS

To install an anonymizer for Android Chrome, you can use the following programs:

1. VPN Master is a VPN application that opens access to content previously blocked on the network.
2. Psiphon Pro is considered a reliable VPN application.
3. Security Master is a utility with a built-in VPN, a built-in anonymizer in Google Chrome, which cleans the system of garbage and protects against viruses.
4. Orbot – Proxy with Tor – the application allows you to remain incognito on the Internet.
5. Hola – the application allows you to select the country in the settings.

Interesting to know! If necessary, the user can install an anonymizer for Google Chrome on Android, iPhone and computer.

Programs for Windows:

Data protection services for MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac based on macOS:

Programs for iPad and iPhone, compatible with iOS.

IN Lately In different countries, useful sites are often blocked, especially in Russia. Roskomnadzor obliges many operators to block access to resources, since they are on the list of prohibited sites. Therefore, it is worth considering in detail the topic of how to open a blocked site, what is needed for this.

What does it mean - the site is blocked

This means that the site is on the list of prohibited sites in your country, and all providers have blocked access to it. In fact, the site may continue to exist and be accessible in other countries other than the one in which it is blocked. When you try to access such a resource, a message will appear as in the screenshot.

To access such a resource, you need to do some manipulations, which we will talk about later.

Why do you need to bypass the blocking?

This is necessary in order to access the resource. Perhaps it contains helpful information or important files, in this case, the user wants to bypass the blocking, and despite all the prohibitions, visit the site. Everyone has their own reason why to do this.

All workarounds

We have prepared many ways to bypass blocking, from simple browser extensions to specialized programs.

Tor browser

Tor browser is one of the most powerful tools for bypassing blocks. It will provide you with an IP address of another country in which the resource is not blocked. The web browser successfully copes with blockages of any complexity, but has a slow connection speed. However, it's worth it.

Note!Due to the slow speed, it may take a long time to connect to a blocked resource.

Changing DNS servers

By adjusting the DNS servers, you can gain access to blocked sites and also speed up the Internet. An OpenDNS server is often used, however, you can use DNS from Google. To configure, do the following:

1. Open Control Panel.
   
2. Go to Network and Sharing Center.
   
3. Select "Change adapter settings".
   
4. RMB click on network connection, select"Properties".
   
5. Find an item "4 (TCP/IPv4)",open its properties.
6. Place a check mark on"Use the following DNS server address".
7. Enter values:Preferred DNS Server: 208.67.222.222 and Alternative DNS server: 208.67.220.220.
8. Apply the changes, go to the blocked site.

Hosts File

This method only works if access to the site is blocked on your computer by viruses or other users, the algorithm of actions is as follows:

Browser extensions

There are many browser extensions that allow you to bypass resource blocking; let’s look at the most popular ones.

Yandex browser

For the Yandex browser, it is worth highlighting two popular options - Hola VPN and Frigate, both of which are great at blocking. Finding and installing them is very simple:

Wait for installation, the extension icon will appear in the upper right corner. Click on it, select a country in which the required resource is definitely not blocked.

Note! The free list of servers is limited; to expand it you need to buy Premium access.

Chrome

To bypass blocking via Google browser For Chrome, the same extensions are suitable as for Yandex Browser; also pay attention to such products as:

• VPN Hotspot Shield
• Touch VPN
• Just Proxy VPN
• Hide My IP VPN

Opera

If you have an Opera browser, ZenMate VPN is suitable for bypassing blocks; to install it:

Firefox

If you are a user Firefox browser, to bypass blocking use the anonymoX plugin:

Click on the plugin icon in the top right corner and configure it as you need.

Turbo mode

Almost every modern browser has a Turbo mode function. Not everyone knows that it helps bypass blocking, since traffic passes through the function’s servers.

To activate in Yandex Browser, open its menu and select"Enable Turbo"in other browsers the list of actions is similar.

Anonymizers

Anonymizer - online services, through which you can open any site blocked by the provider. One such tool is the Chameleon http://cameleo.xyz . You need to open the link and paste the address in the window on the website. desired page and click the “Go” button.

Also pay attention to the following sites:

• anonymouse.org
• hideme.ru
• unblocksites.co

VPN clients

VPN clients are programs for computers that change the user’s IP address to an address belonging to another country. You can find both paid and free programs. Of the latter, we note the following solutions: ProtonVPN or NordVPN.

Advice!Use a VPN client in conjunction with the Tor browser to hide traces of your online presence.

Applications for mobile devices

There is also a Tor browser for mobile devices; to use it, you need to download and install Orbot. .

IN mobile browsers There is a traffic saving function or turbo mode. They can also be activated to bypass blocking.

How to access a site blocked by Roskomnadzor

In order to visit a site blocked by Roskomnadzor, use any of the above methods to bypass the blocking: change DNS, install a VPN client or browser extension. The best method is to use the Tor browser to access blocked resources.

Advice!Don't tell anyone that you are visiting sites that are banned in your country. This will lead to bad consequences.

Underwater rocks

Beware of free proxy servers, as their owners may be scammers. All your traffic will pass through their servers, so if you entered passwords, logins and other important data, they can easily track them.

Of course, it’s not a fact that this will happen to you, but be careful. If possible, buy paid proxy servers to avoid scammers.

FAQ

Let's look at the answers to questions that users often ask.

Why can’t I access a non-blocked resource?

If a resource is not on the list of prohibited ones, but there is no access to it, there may be many reasons for this:

• access is blocked on your computer, pay attention to the hosts method.
• The site is temporarily unavailable, please try again later.
• effects of viruses, check your computer with an antivirus program.