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So you want to know how to access the deep web? First, you should get the terminology straight. The deep web is simply any web page or site that’s not indexed by standard search engines like Google. That could, for examples, include pages of this site that are still in draft—visible to us here at the Daily Dot but not yet published online.
What you’re actually looking for is the dark net, the hidden internet full of secret search engines, online drug marketplaces, and even hitmen. To really understand it, you’ll need to spend some time there. (Editor’s note: For the sake of clarity, we’ll only use the term “deep web” for this article.)
We should warn you: The deep web is mostly boring. For every gem you’ll discover along the way, there are thousands of dead links and half-finished sites that offer nothing of value. But if you value your privacy or are looking for some things that you wouldn’t want in your search history, let alone in the hands of a police agency, the deep web is an essential tool. It covers your tracks and anonymizes your behavior, which makes it an essential tool for journalists, activists, and others who need to share sensitive information away from prying eyes....
So you want to know how to access the deep web? It's easier than you might think, but you're still going to need help getting into it.