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What is DrugHub Onion?
DrugHub Onion is a Tor-based (.onion) darknet marketplace that has been operational since approximately 2024. It facilitates peer-to-peer trade via a structured platform featuring dual-layer XMR escrow, mandatory PGP verification, and a vendor trust scoring system. Access requires the Tor Browser.
Who runs DrugHub Market?
DrugHub Market is operated by anonymous parties, consistent with all darknet platforms. The operators are known only through their PGP signing key and published canary documents. No identifying information has been publicly disclosed.
Is DrugHub Market legal?
Access to and use of darknet marketplaces is illegal in many jurisdictions. This website provides informational content only. We do not encourage, facilitate, or endorse any illegal activity. Consult your local laws.
How long has DrugHub been operating?
Based on open-source reports, DrugHub launched in 2024 and has grown rapidly to become one of the larger Tor marketplace platforms by listing count.
What makes DrugHub different from other marketplaces?
Key differentiators documented in research: XMR-only payments (no BTC), mandatory PGP 2FA for vendors, no-fentanyl policy, multi-sig escrow architecture, and a monthly signed transparency canary.
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How do I access DrugHub Market?
Download the Tor Browser from torproject.org. Navigate to a verified .onion address from our /verified_links page (PGP-signed). Never use addresses from search engines, forums, or social media without PGP verification.
Do I need a VPN as well as Tor?
A VPN before Tor can hide Tor usage from your ISP, but adds a trusted third party. For maximum privacy, use Tails OS which routes all traffic through Tor automatically. The EFF's SSD guide covers this in detail.
Can I access DrugHub on a phone?
It is strongly discouraged. Mobile devices have weaker anonymity guarantees, persistent device identifiers, and are more likely to leak personal information. Use a dedicated desktop/laptop with Tails OS if possible.
What is the official DrugHub URL?
Verified .onion addresses are listed on our /verified_links page with PGP signature confirmation. Never type an address manually from memory — always copy from a PGP-verified source.
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What cryptocurrency does DrugHub accept?
Monero (XMR) exclusively. XMR was chosen for its mandatory privacy properties: Ring Signatures (sender hiding), Stealth Addresses (receiver hiding), and RingCT (amount hiding). See /coins for a full explanation.
Can I use Bitcoin on DrugHub?
No. Bitcoin is explicitly rejected due to its transparent blockchain. DrugHub Market's security model requires financial privacy that Bitcoin cannot provide, even with mixing services.
How do I buy Monero privately?
Options include: Bisq DEX (no KYC), Haveno-Reto DEX, cash-to-BTC ATMs followed by a swap to XMR on a non-KYC exchange, or peer-to-peer trading. See our full XMR guide at /coins/xmr.
Where do I store my XMR?
Use a self-custodied wallet. Feather Wallet (featherwallet.org) or the official Monero GUI wallet (getmonero.org) are recommended. Never leave funds on exchanges.
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How does the escrow system work?
When placing an order, XMR is sent to a platform-controlled escrow subaddress. The vendor is notified but cannot access funds. After buyer confirms receipt (or the escrow timer expires), funds are released. Multi-sig prevents unilateral fund movement.
What is the escrow timer?
The escrow timer is typically 14–21 days after the vendor marks the order as shipped. If no confirmation or dispute is filed within this window, funds auto-release to the vendor.
How do I open a dispute?
Before the escrow timer expires, navigate to the order and select 'Open Dispute'. Provide evidence via encrypted PGP messages. Staff aim to resolve within 4.8 days on average.
What happens to my funds in a scam?
If a vendor scams and you open a dispute within the escrow window with evidence, platform staff can award funds to the buyer. Disputes opened after timer expiry cannot be reversed.
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Is it safe to use DrugHub Darknet?
No marketplace offers absolute safety. Risks include phishing attacks, vendor scams, law enforcement operations, and delivery failures. Comprehensive OPSEC, PGP encryption, Tails OS, and harm reduction awareness significantly reduce risks.
What is PGP and why is it required?
PGP (Pretty Good Privacy) is an asymmetric encryption protocol. On DrugHub, vendors must use PGP to sign account actions and encrypt shipping communications. This prevents message interception and account takeover.
What is a transparency canary?
A canary is a signed statement confirming no law enforcement access, warrants, or data breaches have occurred. Published monthly by DrugHub operators. Failure to publish signals compromise.
How do I set up PGP?
Download Kleopatra (Windows/Linux) or GPG Suite (Mac). Generate a 4096-bit RSA keypair. Keep your private key secure and offline. Upload your public key to your marketplace profile.
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How do vendors register on DrugHub?
Vendor registration requires: a security deposit in XMR, a registered PGP keypair, agreement to platform policies (including no-fentanyl), and a verification process. New vendors start at Trust Level 0.
How are vendor trust scores calculated?
Scores are computed from: completed transaction count (weighted by age), delivery confirmation rate, dispute rate, and buyer review distributions. Updated daily. Level 0–5 system with public display.
Can vendors be trusted?
No vendor can be unconditionally trusted. Use trust scores, review history, and escrow to manage risk. Never finalise orders early (FE) without very strong reason — FE removes escrow protection.
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How do I avoid phishing sites?
Only use addresses from PGP-verified sources. Bookmark verified links. Never click .onion links from search engines or social media. Enable PGP 2FA immediately after account creation. See /phishing for full guide.
How do I know if a site is fake?
Warning signs: loads unusually fast, slightly different layout, HTTP not .onion, no valid canary visible, requests seed phrase or private key, URL found on unverified forum post.
What should I do if I was phished?
Do not deposit funds. Treat your password as compromised. Report the phishing address to community forums. Reassess your OPSEC and rotate all credentials.
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Where can I find drug safety information?
Our /harm_reduction page covers all major drug categories with overdose response, testing information, and links to DanceSafe, TripSit, PsychonautWiki, and Erowid.
What is a reagent test?
A reagent test is a chemical reaction test that produces colour-coded results to identify or confirm the presence of specific substances. Marquis, Mecke, Ehrlich, and Simon's are the most common for darknet-sourced drugs.
What is naloxone?
Naloxone (Narcan) is an opioid antagonist that rapidly reverses opioid overdoses. It's available without prescription in many countries. Everyone who uses or is around opioids should carry it.
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How do I contact the platform?
Legitimate DrugHub Market contact occurs only through the platform's internal encrypted messaging system. Any external contact claiming to be 'DrugHub support' is a scam.
Does this site have any affiliation with DrugHub?
No. dmdrughub.info is an independent informational resource. We have no operational, financial, or technical affiliation with any darknet marketplace. All content is for informational purposes only.