Knowledge Base

DrugHub Market is a specialized darknet commerce platform established in August 2023. We differentiate ourselves from legacy markets through a strict focus on operational security (OpSec) and technical robustness.

The platform operates exclusively on the Tor network and enforces Monero (XMR) for all transactions. Our infrastructure is built to resist censorship and surveillance, featuring a custom codebase that includes automated dispute resolution, multisig escrow, and a passwordless authentication system that prevents credential leaks.

1. Tor Browser: Ensure you are using the latest version of Tor Browser (Safest Mode recommended).
2. Verified Links: Only use links signed by our PGP key. Our main gateway is vmmrsxkevd5j2krt6qo3nw5saj555bbte3hc27lrjkadljxu43sfkcqd.onion.
3. Private Mirror: Upon your first successful connection, the system will assign you a dedicated mirror (LDN). Save this URL. It is unique to your session/account and provides isolation from network-wide DDoS attacks.

We have eliminated the "something you know" (password) factor in favor of "something you have" (private key). This prevents database leaks from compromising accounts.

• Step 1: Enter your username.
• Step 2: The server generates a random alphanumeric string and encrypts it using the PGP Public Key associated with your account.
• Step 3: You decrypt the PGP message using your local private key to reveal the token.
• Step 4: Enter the token to authenticate.

Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attacks result in loss of funds. Always verify the site signature.

Every page on DrugHub contains a signed message in the footer or verification page. Import the DrugHub Market Official Public Key into your PGP software. Copy the signed message from the website and verify it. If the signature is valid, the mirror is authentic. If invalid, leave immediately.

Bitcoin is a transparent ledger; every transaction is traceable. DrugHub enforces strict privacy standards that only Monero can meet. Monero utilizes Ring Signatures to hide the sender, Stealth Addresses to hide the receiver, and RingCT to hide transaction amounts. This ensures that your financial history on the market remains completely opaque to blockchain analysis firms.

We utilize a 2-of-3 Multi-Signature Escrow model. Funds are held in a digital vault with three keys:

• Key A: Buyer
• Key B: Vendor
• Key C: Market Admin

To release funds, 2 keys are required. Typically, the Buyer and Vendor sign to release funds upon delivery. If a dispute arises, the Market Admin investigates and signs with the winning party to release the funds. This prevents the market from unilaterally seizing funds (exit scam protection).

DrugHub maintains a curated list of vendors. New applicants must:

1. Deposit a Vendor Bond (1-5 XMR depending on tier).
2. Provide PGP-signed proof of reputation from other recognized markets (Archetyp, etc.).
3. Agree to our detailed Terms of Service regarding prohibited items (harm reduction policy).
4. Undergo a 30-day "New Vendor" probation period with extended escrow release times.

If an order is not received or quality is compromised, the buyer may open a dispute before the escrow auto-finalization timer (14 days) expires. A moderator will join the encrypted chat.

Evidence required includes: chat logs (internal), postage receipts (vendors), and tracking information. Decisions are final. We advise using tracked shipping for all high-value orders to ensure dispute protection.