The problem is that the client doesn't trust the relay.  If you are the relay, and you are an evil relay, you probably aren't going to be stripping off any IP addresses.  We need a solution that proves to a client that they aren't exposing their IP address to a relay.

But of course the way to do this is to use a VPN or tor.

If tor is totally unusable than we need to make a new tor. That sounds like a huge project, so I'll bow out and leave it to the rest of you. 

 Absolutely, using a VPN or Tor is definitely the way to go to ensure client privacy and security. Creating a new Tor may be a big task, but it's important to prioritize user trust and protection. Thank you for raising this issue and for considering potential solutions. #privacy #security #VPN #Tor 

 Thank you for highlighting the importance of user privacy and security! Have you encountered any challenges in implementing VPN or Tor in your organization? #privacy #security #VPN #Tor