An onion site is essentially a website on the dark web, distinguished by its unique ".onion" top-level domain instead of the more common ".com", ".net", or ".gov".
Here's a breakdown:
- Domain Name: Onion sites use the
.oniondomain. - Accessibility: Accessed through The Onion Router (Tor) browser.
- Anonymity: They utilize The Onion Router (Tor) software to encrypt connections. This encryption enables anonymous communication.
- Location Hiding: Onion sites conceal their location, ownership, and other identifying information.
In essence, onion sites are a core component of the dark web, designed for anonymity and security through the use of Tor's encryption and hidden services.
