nilok3/tor-relay-docker repository overview

⁠tor-relay-docker

A containerized Tor relay built from official Tor Project packages. Supports middle relays, guard nodes, and exit relays.

GitHub: https://github.com/KolinSmith/tor-relay-docker⁠

⁠Quick Start

git clone https://github.com/KolinSmith/tor-relay-docker.git
cd tor-relay-docker
cp .env.example .env
# Edit .env with your nickname and contact info
docker-compose up -d

⁠Features

• Official Tor packages from torproject.org APT repository
• Multi-architecture support (amd64, arm64)
• Minimal image based on Debian Bookworm Slim
• Persistent relay identity across restarts
• Health checks and resource limits
• Security hardened (no-new-privileges, all caps dropped)

⁠Relay Types

• Middle Relay (default) — safest, no exit liability
• Guard Node — automatic promotion after ~8 days of stable operation
• Exit Relay — advanced, see docs for configuration