Anonymity risks while leaving Whonix-Gateway connected

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Is there any anonymity risks like identity correlation or timing attacks when I do not run any Whonix-Workstation (e.g. Tor browser or other application) but leave the Whonix-Gateway connected, i.e. Tor Control Panel saying “Connected to the Tor network!”?

Or should I “Stop Tor” on Tor Control Panel (Whonix-Gateway) after I am finished with my activity on Tor and only connect when I need Tor access again through a Whonix-Workstation? There might be some hours in between.

What is better in terms of anonymity and security to prevent identity correlation or timing attacks?

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There is no such advice.

Do Multiple Things at Once implies more usage is better.

Unspecific to Whonix.

Best to investigate as per:

I suggest to remove the Whonix specific part of your question and rephrase it as a general Tor question directed at the Tor community.

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