Torch

Privacy Policy

Torch is designed as a privacy-first search engine for publicly reachable Tor (.onion) services. This page explains what minimal data we handle, the reasons behind it, and how we protect your anonymity at all times. This policy applies equally to users of both the Tor and clearnet versions of Torch. For information about the service itself, see our Terms of Service.

1. Torch Does Not Handle Personal Information

Torch does not retain or process personal data. If someone enters personal details into the search bar by mistake, those terms are not used to identify or monitor anyone.

We strongly recommend avoiding the submission of personally identifiable information in searches or emails unless absolutely required and provided with your clear consent.

2. No Tracking. No Profiling. No Cookies.

  • No IP addresses are logged.
  • No cookies are set or read.
  • No browser fingerprinting, local storage, or similar techniques are used.
  • No analytics scripts or tracking pixels are present.
  • No behavioral or usage profiles are created.
  • No data is written to or retrieved from your device.
  • No registration or account creation is required.
  • We never correlate Torch data with external datasets.

4. What We Collect and Why

Torch does not gather information that can identify a person. Only a small amount of non-personal operational data is processed to keep the service functioning reliably:

  • Search queries entered on the site
  • Outgoing link clicks from Torch results
  • Browser user-agent string
  • HTTP referer header (when provided)
  • Timestamps for incoming requests

These records contain no IP addresses or any data that could reasonably be used to identify an individual. They exist solely for maintenance, optimization, and improving automated filtering.

5. How This Data Is Used

  • Logs are stored without IP addresses.
  • No data is sold, rented, or shared with third parties.
  • Logs are used exclusively to refine automated filtering, strengthen safety mechanisms, and maintain service quality.

6. Changes to This Policy

Torch may revise this Privacy Policy as technology or operational needs change. The most recent version will always appear on this page. Continuing to use Torch after updates indicates acceptance of the modified terms.

Contact

For privacy-related issues or abuse notifications, please use the contact details provided in our Contact. Avoid including sensitive personal information unless absolutely required.