
Template:Reload Tor
After editing /etc/tor/torrc you must reload Tor so your changes take effect. (Note: if after completing all these steps and you are not able to connect to Tor, you have most likely done something wrong. Go back and check your /etc/tor/torrc and redo the steps outlined in the sections above. If your are able to connect to Tor, then you have completed your changes correctly.)
For Qubes-Whonix
The Whonix-Gateway and any dependent AppVMs now must be shutdown and restarted for the changes to take effect.
For graphical Whonix-Gateway
Start Menu -> Applications -> Settings -> Reload Tor
For terminal-only Whonix-Gateway
sudo service tor reload