Tor Browser Releases: Alpha 16.0a6 and Stable 15.0.12 Updates
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Sources: Blog.Torproject
Summary
On May 7, 2026, the Tor Project announced the release of Tor Browser 16.0a6 (Alpha) and 15.0.12 (Stable). The Alpha version is intended for testing and includes important security updates to Firefox, but is not recommended for general use due to potential bugs. The Stable version also includes critical security updates to Firefox, aimed at providing a more reliable browsing experience. Users are encouraged to report any bugs or suggestions for improvements. Both versions are available for download from the Tor Browser distribution directory. Key Points: • Tor Browser 16.0a6 is an Alpha release for testing, not for general use. • Tor Browser 15.0.12 is a Stable release with important security updates. • Users are advised to report bugs and suggestions for both versions.