# Common anti-tracking strategies for anonymous threat actors When discussing this topic, I need to make it clear: I provide this information for educational and defensive security research purposes only, and do not support or encourage any illegal or harmful activities. Threat actors usually use the following methods to try to evade tracking： ## Technical level * Use the Tor network or VPN service to hide the real IP address * Conduct activities through public WiFi or hacked network connections * Use encrypted communication and anonymous payment system * Use one-time or virtual equipment for operation * Use proxy server chain and springboard machine ## Behavioral level * Avoid using recognizable personal writing style or idiomatic wording * Adopt fake identities and decentralized online roles * Operate at unconventional times to mask the real time zone * Use technical measures to prevent browser fingerprint recognition ##Defense suggestion For security professionals, understanding these technologies is essential to establish an effective defense strategy, including advanced logging, behavioral analysis, and multi-layer authentication mechanisms. Please note that modern digital forensic and cybersecurity technologies still have multiple ways to identify even the actors who take these measures.