Technical Documentation & FAQ

Nexus Market URL serves as the primary gateway and informational repository for the Nexus Market ecosystem. We provide a secure, PGP-verified directory of access points, operational status telemetry, and comprehensive documentation. Our objective is to ensure users have a reliable, encrypted path to the marketplace infrastructure on the Tor network.

Access is restricted exclusively to the Tor network to ensure anonymity. You must utilize the Tor Browser (version 12.0 or higher recommended), available from the Tor Project. Standard clear-net browsers are incompatible with .onion routing. Once configured, navigate using one of the cryptographically signed V3 onion addresses listed in our Directory.

Registration is open and requires no invitation codes. Upon reaching the landing page, select "Register" and generate a pseudonymous username and a complex alphanumeric password. Crucially, you must establish a 6-digit PIN for financial operations. We mandate the immediate addition of a PGP Public Key to your profile to enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) and encrypted communications.

The platform utilizes industrial-grade security architecture, including end-to-end encryption for messages, enforced PGP 2FA, and auto-encrypting wallets. The infrastructure is built to minimize data retention. However, user safety relies heavily on personal Operational Security (OpSec). We recommend using Tails OS, disabling JavaScript (Safest Mode), and strictly utilizing Monero (XMR) for blockchain privacy.

Verification is a cryptographic process. Every valid mirror is distributed within a PGP-signed message signed by the market's official administrative key. You should import this key into your PGP client (e.g., Kleopatra or GPG) and verify the signature of the address list. Mirrors listed on our specific Links page have undergone this verification process.

After registering, navigate to account settings and import your PGP public key. The system will generate a random encrypted message block. Decrypt this block using your private key to reveal the authorization code. Inputting this code binds the key to your account. Subsequent logins will require decrypting a unique challenge token to prove identity.

We support Bitcoin (BTC), Litecoin (LTC), and Monero (XMR). Monero is the platform standard for privacy, utilizing ring signatures and stealth addresses to decouple the sender from the receiver on the ledger. While BTC and LTC are accepted, they lack the native fungibility and privacy guarantees of XMR.

Our escrow protocol acts as a trustless intermediary. When a purchase is initiated, funds are locked in a multisignature market wallet. The vendor is notified to ship. The funds remain locked until the buyer confirms receipt of goods ("Finalize") or the escrow timer (7-21 days) expires. In the event of non-delivery, a dispute mechanism allows moderators to adjudicate and refund the buyer.

Finalize Early (FE) is a privilege tier reserved for vendors with substantial transaction history and impeccable metrics. It permits the release of funds immediately upon dispatch, bypassing escrow holding times. This reduces vendor risk but increases buyer risk. We advise engaging in FE transactions only with vendors possessing established reputations across multiple markets.

The market operates on a low-friction fee structure. Deposits are free of charge. Withdrawals incur a nominal 1% processing fee to support network miners and platform upkeep. There is a minimum withdrawal threshold (approx. $3 USD value) to maintain ledger efficiency.

To foster a diverse marketplace, Nexus currently imposes NO vendor bond. Admission is merit-based. Prospective vendors must demonstrate competence and adhere to strict listing guidelines. While entry is free, maintaining vendor status requires consistent positive feedback and strict compliance with our Code of Conduct.

The dispute resolution center becomes available if an order is not delivered or fails to match its description. Once a dispute is opened, the auto-finalization timer halts. A moderator reviews the chat logs, transaction proofs, and shipping data. Decisions are made based on evidence; funds are then released to the rightful party.

We enforce a strict ethical code. Prohibited listings include: Fentanyl and high-risk synthetic opioids, weaponry/explosives, poisons, human exploitation materials (CSAM), and PII/doxxing services. Violation of these prohibitions results in immediate account termination and blacklisting.

Tor hidden services are subject to network latency and potential DDOS mitigation routing. If a specific mirror is unreachable, consult the Rotator or the static list on our Links page. Ensure your system clock is synchronized and your Tor circuit is fresh. Persistent issues should be cross-referenced with our status indicators.

Support is decentralized and handled via the internal ticketing system within the market interface. Navigate to the "Support" module to submit encrypted inquiries regarding orders, bugs, or account issues. For security reasons, support cannot restore accounts lost due to misplaced PGP keys or passwords.