What is anon?

Anon is a pseudonym or alias commonly used by individuals or groups to conceal their true identity while engaging in online activities such as activism, hacking, or social media posts. The term "anon" is short for "anonymous."

The term "Anonymous" is also a loosely organized collective of activists and hacktivists that have been known to carry out various operations against targets deemed as enemies of the Internet, free speech, and human rights.

The origins of the Anonymous movement are traced back to the imageboard site 4chan, where users began to coordinate online attacks against various targets.

The group's tactics often involve distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, defacing websites, doxing (revealing personal information about someone), and staging protests.

Anon has become a popular cultural reference, with movies, TV shows, and books featuring characters using the name or concept. However, the group is also controversial, with some accusing them of being vigilantes, while others see them as champions of free speech and activism.