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We've compiled a list of 22 free and paid alternatives to Whonix. The primary competitors include Debian, Linux Mint. In addition to these, users also draw comparisons between Whonix and elementary OS, Xubuntu, Kubuntu. Also you can look at other similar options here: Security and Privacy Software.


Debian
Free Open Source

The Universal Operating System

Linux Mint
Free Open Source

Linux Mint is one of the most popular desktop Linux distributions and used by millions of people. The purpose of Linux Mint is to produce a modern, elegant and comfortable operating system which is both powerful and easy to use. Latest : Tara (19.1)

elementary OS
Free Open Source

A free, fast and aesthetically pleasing operating system based on Ubuntu

Xubuntu
Free Open Source

Xubuntu is an elegant and easy-to-use operating system. Xubuntu comes with ...

is an official flavour of the Ubuntu operating system which uses the KDE Plasma Desktop.

Tails
Free Open Source

Tails is a Debian based live CD/USB with the goal of providing complete Internet anonymity for the...

Puppy Linux
Free Open Source

Linux is a free operating system, and Puppy Linux is a special build of Linux meant to make...

Knoppix
Free Open Source

Knoppix is an operating system based on Debian designed to be run directly from a CD / DVD (Live...

ALT Linux
Free Open Source

ALT Linux is a set of RPM-based operating systems built on top of the Linux kernel and Sisyphus...

Parrot Security OS
Free Open Source

The best choice for security experts, developers and crypto-addicted people.

A High Security Method of Surfing the Internet

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Whonix Overview

Whonix is a desktop operating system designed for advanced security and privacy. Whonix mitigates the threat of common attack vectors while maintaining usability. Online anonymity is realized via fail-safe, automatic, and desktop-wide use of the Tor network. A heavily reconfigured Debian base is run inside multiple virtual machines, providing a substantial layer of protection from malware and IP address leaks. Commonly used applications are pre-installed and safely pre-configured for immediate use. The user is not jeopardized by installing additional applications or personalizing the desktop. Whonix is under active development and is the only operating system designed to be run inside a VM and paired with Tor.

Based on Tor
Whonix utilizes Tor's free software, which provides an open and distributed relay network to defend against network surveillance.

Isolation
Connections through Tor are enforced. DNS leaks are impossible, and even malware with root privileges cannot discover the user's real IP address.

Compatibility
Whonix is available for all major operating systems. Most commonly used applications are compatible with the Whonix design.

Whonix Features

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