Press Release — October 9, 2026

Dead Brands, LLC Launches Tor Onion Mirror for Private, Censorship-Resistant Access

Quick Answer

Dead Brands, LLC has launched a free Tor onion mirror at http://2mrkizwki2qlcs3463avgp7of3tcyrc7bkzmumrxknrigswuekgj5oqd.onion, providing private, censorship-resistant access to the entire deadbrands.co website. No account required, no tracking, no data collection.

Pottsville, PA -- Dead Brands, LLC today announced the launch of a Tor onion mirror for deadbrands.co, providing users with private, censorship-resistant access to the company's website, blog, and resources. The onion service is available immediately at http://2mrkizwki2qlcs3463avgp7of3tcyrc7bkzmumrxknrigswuekgj5oqd.onion.

Why a Tor Mirror?

Privacy isn't a luxury — it's a fundamental right. In an era of increasing surveillance, data breaches, and internet censorship, Dead Brands believes users deserve options for how they access content online.

"Privacy isn't a feature — it's the foundation," said David Strausser, CEO of Dead Brands, LLC. "We're building for the future of the web, and that means giving people options for how they access our content. The Tor mirror is us putting our infrastructure where our principles are."

What Is Tor?

Tor (The Onion Router) is free, open-source software that enables anonymous communication. When you access a website via Tor, your traffic is routed through multiple encrypted relays around the world, making it extremely difficult to trace back to you. Tor is used by journalists, activists, researchers, and privacy-conscious individuals worldwide.

An "onion service" (formerly called a "hidden service") is a website that's only accessible via the Tor network. Onion addresses end in .onion and provide end-to-end encryption plus anonymity for both the visitor and the site operator.

Key Features of the Dead Brands Onion Mirror

• Complete parity: The onion mirror provides access to the entire deadbrands.co website — blog posts, resources, company information, and more.
• Real-time sync: The mirror is synchronized in real-time with the main site. When content updates on deadbrands.co, it's immediately available via Tor.
• Zero tracking: No analytics, no cookies, no third-party scripts. The onion mirror collects no user data whatsoever.
• No account required: Access is completely anonymous. No signup, no login, no personal information needed.
• Censorship resistant: Accessible even in regions where the clearnet site might be blocked or monitored.
• Free forever: No cost, no premium tier, no strings attached.

How to Access the Tor Mirror

Accessing the Dead Brands onion mirror is straightforward:

1. Download Tor Browser: Visit torproject.org/download and download the free Tor Browser for your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux, or Android).
2. Open Tor Browser: Launch the browser and connect to the Tor network (this happens automatically).
3. Visit the onion address: Navigate to http://2mrkizwki2qlcs3463avgp7of3tcyrc7bkzmumrxknrigswuekgj5oqd.onion
4. Browse privately: That's it. You're now browsing Dead Brands with maximum privacy.

Technical Details

For the technically inclined, the Dead Brands onion mirror runs on the company's own infrastructure (Oracle Cloud free tier) using a reverse proxy configuration. This ensures the onion service always serves current content without manual synchronization. The service is configured as a systemd unit for automatic restart and persistence across reboots.

The onion address (2mrkizwki2qlcs3463avgp7of3tcyrc7bkzmumrxknrigswuekgj5oqd.onion) is a v3 onion address, providing the strongest cryptographic security available in the Tor network.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is using Tor legal?

Yes. Tor is legal in most countries and is used by millions of people daily for legitimate privacy purposes. However, users should be aware of their local laws regarding internet privacy tools.

Do I need to install anything special?

Just the Tor Browser, which is free and open-source. No additional software or configuration is required.

Is the onion mirror different from the main site?

No. The onion mirror provides access to the exact same content as deadbrands.co. It's simply an alternative, more private way to access it.

Why doesn't the onion address use HTTPS?

Tor onion services provide end-to-end encryption natively through the Tor protocol itself. The .onion address is self-authenticating — when you visit an onion address, you have cryptographic assurance you're connecting to the correct service. HTTPS is unnecessary and would actually reduce privacy by requiring certificate authority trust.

About Dead Brands, LLC

Dead Brands, LLC is a business development and marketing company based in Pottsville, PA, specializing in ERP solutions (Odoo and SAP Business One), business growth strategies, and brand revitalization. The company operates deadbrands.co as its primary web presence, providing straight talk on business technology, sales, and entrepreneurship.

Media Inquiries:
David Strausser
CEO, Dead Brands, LLC
david@deadbrands.co