MARKET_DOCUMENTATION // ABOUT_US
DrugHub Market: The New Standard in Darknet Security
Launched in August 2023 by a coalition of former White House Market administrators and privacy-tech developers, DrugHub Market was engineered to solve the "Trilemma" of darknet commerce: Anonymity, Stability, and Usability. In an ecosystem frequently destabilized by exit scams and DDoS attacks, DrugHub provides a resilient infrastructure built on a "Trust No One" architecture.
Today, with over 1,000,000 active users and 1,500+ verified vendors, DrugHub facilitates thousands of daily transactions exclusively via Monero (XMR). Our platform removes the weakest links in operational security—such as passwords and persistent wallet addresses—replacing them with cryptographic proofs and transient data handling.
Security Philosophy
Our security model is defensive by design. We do not store passwords because we do not use them. We do not store buyer shipping information; our auto-encrypt system utilizes a transient public key exchange to ensure data is readable only by the vendor, and only once. We employ a strict 2/3 Multi-Signature Escrow system, ensuring that no single party—including market administration—has unilateral control over transaction funds.
Passwordless Authentication
Traditional credentials (username/password) are the primary vector for account compromise via phishing or database leaks. DrugHub eliminates this vulnerability. Authentication is performed exclusively via PGP challenge-response. Without your private PGP key, an account is mathematically inaccessible, rendering phishing attacks futile.
Vendor Quality Control
We prioritize ecosystem health over volume. All vendor applicants undergo a rigorous vetting process, including cross-referencing PGP identities with established reputations on platforms like Dread and Recon. New vendors are restricted to escrow-only transactions until they establish a proven track record of successful deliveries and product quality.
Monero-Only Infrastructure
Bitcoin surveillance firms like Chainalysis have made BTC unsafe for darknet commerce. DrugHub operates exclusively with Monero (XMR). By leveraging Ring Signatures, RingCT, and Stealth Addresses, we ensure that transaction graphs are obfuscated at the protocol level, protecting both buyer and vendor financial privacy.
Market Interface Preview
SYSTEM_VISUALSDDoS Protection & Challenge Screen
PGP Decryption Login Interface
User Dashboard & Wallet
Main Marketplace Listings
The Individual Mirror System
Availability is critical. The Tor network is notoriously susceptible to congestion and targeted DDoS attacks. DrugHub mitigates this through our proprietary Individual Mirror (IM) technology. Unlike traditional markets that rely on a handful of public rotators, DrugHub assigns a unique, private .onion address to every user upon registration.
This architecture creates a moving target defense. Attackers cannot DDoS the platform because there is no single point of entry to flood. Traffic is distributed across thousands of hidden service nodes, ensuring that your shopping experience remains fast and uninterrupted even during network-wide attacks.
Operational Note:
Users are advised to save their private mirror immediately. It serves as your personal, uncongested gateway to the market.
Escrow & Dispute Resolution
Trust is engineered, not assumed. All standard transactions on DrugHub are protected by a 14-day Escrow window. Funds are held in a 2-of-3 Multi-Signature wallet. This means three keys are generated (Buyer, Vendor, Market), and two are required to move funds. The market cannot seize funds without the cooperation of one other party.
Finalize Early (FE): Reserve for top-tier vendors. Vendors must achieve $50,000 in sales volume and a 98% positive feedback rating over 6 months to apply for FE privileges.
In the event of a dispute, our support staff reviews encrypted communication logs and shipping evidence (where applicable) to render a fair judgment. Our resolution rate prioritizes buyer protection against non-delivery while safeguarding vendors from "friendly fraud" attempts.
Operational Standards
Can I browse without an account?
Yes. We believe in transparency. Guest users have full read-access to listings, vendor profiles, and feedback data. Registration is only required to place orders or communicate securely.
How are withdrawals processed?
Security over speed. To mitigate hot-wallet exploits, all withdrawals are authorized manually by senior staff. Processing typically occurs within 6-24 hours. This air-gapped approach protects user funds from remote compromise.
What items are prohibited?
DrugHub enforces a rigorous Harm Reduction policy. We strictly prohibit the sale of fentanyl, carfentanil, weaponry, explosives, poisons, and CSAM. Listings are manually reviewed for compliance.
Is Jabber/XMPP supported?
Yes. Users can link an XMPP account (OTR encrypted) to receive real-time notifications regarding order status, deposit confirmations, and PGP messages without needing to endlessly refresh the market page.