Torch Search Faq: Links, Mirrors And Darknet Answers

Quick answer: Torch FAQ

Torch is an onion search engine. The Torch link is its .onion address. Results are partial and can be stale, so verify a service before recording it, and compare Torch with other onion search engines when coverage matters.

What is Torch?

Torch is an onion service search engine. It indexes pages published on the Tor network and lets users search that index by keyword. It is a discovery tool, not a directory and not a complete map of the network.

Is Torch the same as Torch Browser?

No. Torch Browser is a separate software product that happens to share the name. The Torch discussed here is the onion search engine. The two are unrelated, and a page about one may have nothing to do with the other.

Does Torch index every onion service?

No. Crawlers only index what they can discover and fetch. Unlinked services, offline services, services behind authentication, and services that block automated access are likely to be missing. Absence from the index is not proof that a service does not exist.

Why do people say Torch is old?

Torch has been used for years, and its index reflects that history. Older indexes can contain services that newer crawlers never found or have since dropped. They can also contain more stale entries, so verification matters.

How current are the results?

Indexes are snapshots and refresh at different rates. A result may be days, weeks, or months old. Always check liveness and record the date you ran the query.

Where can I find the Torch link?

Use the address published by Torch and cross-check it with an independent source before bookmarking it. The Torch link guide covers canonical links and mirrors, and how to find the Torch link gives a verification checklist.

Is Torch anonymous?

Searching through Tor provides transport anonymity but does not make you invisible. Your queries, timing, browser fingerprint, and behaviour can still reveal information. Use an appropriate threat model and a dedicated environment.

Are the results safe?

No. Results can point to malicious, illegal, or misleading content. Treat every link as untrusted and do not interact beyond your research protocol.

Why do different engines return different results?

They use different seeds, crawlers, indexes, and ranking methods. Comparing engines is a useful way to estimate coverage and to find results that only one index has seen.

Can I cite a Torch result?

You can cite the search you performed, including the engine, query, date, and result. For the service itself, verify it independently and cite the verification. See verifying Torch results and onion sources.

Is this site affiliated with Torch?

No. This site is an independent informational resource and is not affiliated with Torch.

Where can I learn more?

Start with the overview, how Torch works, and the glossary.

Last updated: October 2026. Site map.