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Comprehensive marketplace operation procedures with security focus

Required Components

Before proceeding, verify you have completed:

Phase 1: Platform Access

Marketplace Listings

Main marketplace catalog interface

Tor Connection

  1. Start Tor Browser application
  2. Allow network initialization to complete
  3. Enter verified .onion URL
  4. Confirm secure connection indicator
  5. Store URL in browser bookmarks

Authenticity Checks

  • Validate URL against official sources
  • Confirm PGP-signed administrator communications
  • Cross-reference mirrors via trusted communities
  • Reject URLs from unverified sources

Phase 2: Account Setup

Registration Interface

Account creation portal

Registration Process

  1. Select "Create Account" option
  2. Generate anonymous username (avoid personal identifiers)
  3. Construct complex password (minimum 20 characters)
  4. Pass CAPTCHA challenge
  5. Archive credentials in password vault

Security Configuration

  • Activate two-factor authentication
  • Upload PGP public key to account
  • Record mnemonic recovery phrase securely
  • Establish security challenge questions
  • Preserve backup codes in offline storage

Important Security Tips

  • Use unique password not used anywhere else
  • Never share account credentials
  • Don't reuse usernames from other platforms
  • Store credentials encrypted (KeePassXC recommended)

Step 3: Browsing Products

Product View

Product details and vendor information

Navigation

  • Categories: Browse by product type
  • Search: Use keywords to find specific items
  • Filters: Sort by price, rating, location
  • Vendors: Check vendor profiles and ratings

Evaluating Listings

  • Read product descriptions carefully
  • Check vendor ratings and feedback
  • Review recent transactions
  • Verify vendor PGP key
  • Look for detailed product photos

Vendor Verification

# Import vendor's public key
gpg --import vendor_pubkey.asc

# Verify vendor's signed message
gpg --verify vendor_message.asc

Step 4: Making Orders

Checkout Process

Order checkout and payment interface

Order Process

  1. Select product quantity
  2. Review escrow terms
  3. Provide shipping information (encrypted)
  4. Select payment method (BTC/XMR)
  5. Confirm order details

Payment

  • Copy payment address carefully
  • Use Monero (XMR) for better privacy
  • Send exact amount specified
  • Wait for blockchain confirmations
  • Save transaction ID

Escrow System

The escrow system protects both buyers and sellers:

  1. Payment held: Funds locked in escrow when order placed
  2. Vendor ships: Seller sends product after payment confirmation
  3. Buyer receives: Confirm delivery within specified timeframe
  4. Finalize: Funds released to vendor after confirmation
  5. Dispute: Admin mediates if issues arise

Step 5: Communication

Encrypted Messaging

Always use PGP encryption when communicating with vendors.

# Compose message in text editor
nano message.txt

# Encrypt for vendor
gpg --encrypt --armor -r vendor@market.onion message.txt

# Copy encrypted message
cat message.txt.asc

Communication Best Practices

Step 6: Order Tracking

Monitoring Orders

After Delivery

  1. Verify package contents match order
  2. Test product quality (if applicable)
  3. Finalize order in marketplace
  4. Leave honest feedback for vendor
  5. Rate transaction experience

Handling Issues

Security Best Practices

During Use

Privacy

  • Always use Tor Browser
  • Enable VPN before Tor
  • Don't access over public WiFi
  • Use Tails OS for maximum security

Account Security

  • Log out after each session
  • Clear browser data regularly
  • Change passwords periodically
  • Monitor account activity

Financial Security

  • Use separate crypto wallets
  • Don't reuse addresses
  • Mix coins for privacy
  • Verify all addresses carefully

Common Mistakes to Avoid