Torzon Market FAQ 2026

The marketplace has operated continuously since September 2022 without documented exit scams, major security breaches, or insider scamming allegations. It maintains 98%+ uptime and achieved 99.3% dispute resolution rate. The platform was added to Dread's superlist of trusted markets in July 2025. The walletless escrow architecture significantly reduces exit scam risk by ensuring the market never holds large cryptocurrency reserves that could be stolen.

The marketplace launched in September 2022, making it over three years old as of January 2026. The founding team claims connection to the defunct White House Market, bringing proven darknet marketplace experience. The platform has maintained continuous operation throughout this period with consistent uptime and security standards.

The platform stands out through several innovations: walletless multi-signature escrow preventing exit scams, post-quantum cryptography for future-proof encryption, PGP verified vendor import allowing reputation migration from other markets, time-locked smart contracts for automatic buyer protection, warrant canary system updated every 72 hours, and RAM-only server infrastructure with zero persistent storage.

Access Torzon Market using Tor Browser downloaded from torproject.org. Verify Torzon mirror links using PGP signatures before accessing to avoid phishing sites. For maximum security, use Tails OS or Whonix instead of your regular operating system. Set Tor Browser security level to "Safest" and keep JavaScript disabled. Never access the platform through regular browsers or VPN services.

Import the official Torzon PGP public key into your keyring. Download the PGP-signed mirror list and verify signatures using "gpg --verify" command. Check the warrant canary has been updated within 72 hours. Only access links that pass verification — phishing sites are common and can steal your credentials and cryptocurrency. Save verified mirrors for future access.

Access a verified market mirror, click register, and create a unique username not used elsewhere. Use a strong password with 16+ characters combining uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols. Never reuse credentials from other sites. Immediately after registration, enable two-factor authentication and add your PGP public key to your profile for secure communications.

The platform officially does not support mobile access for security reasons. Mobile devices leak identifiers including IMEI, phone numbers, GPS location, and advertising IDs that compromise anonymity. Desktop access using Tor Browser with Tails OS or Whonix is strongly recommended. If mobile is absolutely necessary for browsing only, use iOS — never Android — and never conduct transactions on mobile devices.

Torzon Market accepts Bitcoin (BTC) and Monero (XMR) as primary payment methods. Monero is recommended for maximum privacy with lower fees (0.5% vs 2% for Bitcoin). Torzon supports Lightning Network for faster Bitcoin transactions and offers built-in Monero-Bitcoin atomic swaps for convenient currency conversion. Litecoin support was recently added for select vendors.

Monero provides superior privacy through ring signatures (hiding sender), stealth addresses (hiding receiver), and confidential transactions (hiding amounts). Bitcoin transactions are publicly visible on the blockchain, allowing chain analysis to potentially track users. Torzon Market also charges lower fees for Monero transactions (0.5% vs 2% for Bitcoin), making it the preferred payment method.

No. The platform uses a walletless system where buyers deposit funds directly into multi-signature escrow addresses rather than marketplace wallets. This architecture eliminates exit scam risk — the market never holds large cryptocurrency reserves that could be stolen. Each transaction creates unique escrow addresses controlled by buyer, vendor, and marketplace keys.

Torzon uses 2-of-3 multi-signature escrow with time-locked smart contracts. Buyer and vendor each hold one key, with Torzon holding the third for dispute resolution. Funds release when two parties agree (buyer confirms delivery or dispute is resolved). If disputes aren't resolved within 14 days, funds automatically return to the buyer through time-locked smart contract execution.

Orders automatically finalize (releasing funds to vendor) after 14 days for international orders and 7 days for domestic orders. Basic users can extend escrow twice for 7 days each. Basic-Plus and Premium members can extend three times. Always request extension if your order hasn't arrived before auto-finalization to maintain escrow protection.

Any open order can be escalated to dispute through your order page. Contact the vendor first to attempt resolution. If unsuccessful, open a dispute and submit evidence (tracking information, photos, communication history). Torzon's mediation team reviews evidence and makes decisions within 24-72 hours. The 99.3% dispute resolution rate demonstrates effective mediation processes.

Finalize Early releases funds to vendors immediately before delivery. FE is only available from trusted vendors with established positive feedback. Using FE removes escrow protection — only finalize early for vendors you trust completely based on extensive positive review history. Most transactions should use standard escrow protection.

Torzon implements post-quantum cryptography resistant to quantum computer attacks, PGP encryption for all communications, multiple 2FA options (TOTP, PGP, hardware keys), zero-knowledge architecture, RAM-only servers with no persistent storage, warrant canary updated every 72 hours, automated log purging within 12 hours, and multi-level DDoS protection across 9+ mirrors.

Torzon publishes a cryptographically signed warrant canary every 72 hours confirming the platform hasn't received law enforcement orders or been compromised. The canary references recent news events proving creation date. If the canary stops updating, signatures change, or referenced events are incorrect, assume potential compromise and exercise extreme caution.

The platform uses RAM-only servers with zero persistent storage — seized servers contain no useful data. All transaction records are purged after 14 days maximum, and access logs evaporate within 12 hours. The zero-knowledge architecture ensures administrators cannot access sensitive user data even if compelled by authorities. PGP encryption protects all communications.

Absolutely. Enable 2FA immediately after registration. Two-factor authentication prevents unauthorized access even if your password is compromised through phishing or data breaches. Torzon offers TOTP (authenticator apps like Aegis or Authy), PGP-based 2FA for advanced users, and hardware security keys (YubiKey, Titan). Choose the strongest option your setup supports and save backup codes.

Torzon offers three membership levels: Basic (free) with standard features and basic search, Basic-Plus ($5/month) with advanced search filters, priority messaging, extended escrow options, and free daily raffle tickets, and Premium ($15/month) with all features plus stealth transactions, private mirrors, priority dispute processing, and enhanced vendor analytics.

Vendors must purchase a bond ($300-$400 depending on category), provide proof of marketplace experience, complete security training, and pass a probationary period with escrow-only sales. Torzon's unique PGP verified import system allows established vendors to bring cryptographically verified reputation from other marketplaces including ASAP, Archetyp, and White House Market.

Torzon charges vendors a 4% commission per transaction with dynamic reductions based on monthly sales volume. Monero transactions incur 0.5% processing fee while Bitcoin transactions incur 2% fee due to blockchain costs. Buyers pay no additional marketplace fees beyond cryptocurrency network fees. Account upgrades are optional ($5-$15/month for enhanced features).

First verify your Tor Browser installation is working correctly by accessing other .onion sites. If Tor functions but all marketplace mirrors timeout, the platform may be experiencing a coordinated DDoS attack. Check Dread's official subdread for status updates during such situations. Try different mirrors from the verified list as attacks may only affect specific infrastructure nodes.

Account recovery depends on your security configuration. If you enabled two-factor authentication, you can use the backup codes provided during setup to regain access. For PGP-based 2FA users, signing a challenge message with your registered key proves account ownership. If you lose all recovery methods, contact support through the encrypted ticket system with account verification information.

Support is available through the encrypted ticket system accessible from your account dashboard. Submit tickets describing your issue in detail, including relevant order numbers or transaction identifiers. Support typically responds within 24-48 hours. For urgent matters involving active orders or security concerns, mark tickets as high priority. The support team will never ask for your password or 2FA codes.