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Comparison of darknet markets
The purpose of this comparison is to keep an overview about the constantly changing phenomenon of darknet markets. The comparison in durability, success and security shall enable people to evaluate markets and make independent decisions before using them.
Current Markets
| Name, Adress, Forum, Subreddit | Date of Opening | No. of Listings | Registration | 2-Factor-Authentification | Escrow System | Java Script, use of | PGP enforced | Security Incidents | Wallet Clearing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agora (http://agorahooawayyfoe.onion/) Forum (http://lacbzxobeprssrfx.onion) Subreddit (/r/AgMarketplace) |
2013-12-05 | +14000 |
Invite Only | Yes | finalize early, central | No | No | No | No |
| BlackBank (http://wztyb7vlfcw6l4xd.onion/) Forum (http://kth2mwuwlkezwziy.onion) Subreddit (/r/BlackBank) |
2014-01-31 | ~700 | Open | Yes | finalize early, central, multi-signature | No | No | No | No |
| Evolution (http://k5zq47j6wd3wdvjq.onion/) Forum (http://i25c62nvu4cgeqyz.onion) Subreddit (/r/EvolutionMarket) |
2013-12-28 | ~17500 | Open | Yes | finalize early, central, multi-signature | No | No | No | No |
| Middle Earth (http://mango7u3rivtwxy7.onion/) Forum (http://mango7u3rivtwxy7.onion/talks/) Subreddit - |
2014-06-22 | ~1000 | Open | Yes | finalize early, central | optional | No | No | No |
| Nucleus Market http://nucleuspf3izq7o6.onion/ Forum http://z34uj4opd3tejafn.onion/ Subreddit /r/NucleusMarket |
2014-10-24 | ~2500 | Open | Yes | finalize early, central | No | No | No | ? |
| Outlaw Market (http://outfor6jwcztwbpd.onion/) Forum http://outforumbpapnpqr.onion Subreddit - |
2014-02-04 | ~500 | Open | Yes | finalize early, central | No | ? | yes [1] | ? |
| Panacea Flower Sanctuary http://panaceaz4give75l.onion Forum http://flower777wpnxpkj.onion/ Subreddit /r/Panacea |
2014-10-27 | ~120 | Open | Yes | finalize early, "seamless" multi-signature | No | No | No | - |
Explanations:
| Criterion | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Marketplace | The name of the marketplace. |
| 2-Factor-Authentification | With 2-factor authentification you need to decrypt a with your private PGP key. This feature avoids successful phishing of your name and password. |
| Account Deletion Option | Can you delete your account on the marketplace? |
| Automatic Worst-Case Procedure | Will the site automatically shutdown if i.e. for a certain amount of time no admin is logging in? |
| Escrow System, Type of | Escrow should ensure neither buyers nor vendors scam each other. No escrow increases the probability vendors or customers scam each other. On-site wallets decreases this risk but unfortunately were abused in the past to steal bitcoins from users by hackers or admins (Atlantis, Project Blag Flag, Sheep, Silkroad 2.0). With Multi-Signature-Wallets 2 of 3 people (Market Admin, Vendor, Customer) must agree to the release of the money in escrow. |
| Java Script Disable (Forced) | Many people consider Javascript as a securtiy risk. Some sites force you to turn it off before entering their site. |
| Open Source Software | Is the software of the site Open Source (i.e. BitWasp [1]). Open Source Software is available for security assessment by external persons. |
| PGP in PMs (Forced) | Is the use of PGP obligatory in private messages? Writing unencrypted messages endangers you and other people. |
| Security Incidents | Bitcoins disappeared? Team members busted? Page hacked? |
| Wallet Clearing (after finished Escrow) | Will your on site wallet be cleared if all transactions are finalized? With Multi-Signature Wallets a unique address is created for every transaction. Only the exact amount if money is required. |
Minor Markets
(need to be integrated into chart or moved to dead marketplaces)
- Dream Market: http://ltxocqh4nvwkofil.onion
- The Majestic Garden: http://2mybnercfcums5lj.onion Forum: http://bm26rwk32m7u7rec.onion
- RAMP: http://ramp2bombkadwvgz.onion
- Silkroad Reloaded: http://silkroadreloaded.i2p
- Ukrainian Psy Community: http://psyco42coib33wfl.onion
- Abraxas
- Area51
Dead Markets
Further Reading
General
- A dictionary of often used terms about the darknet.
- Subreddit for all Darknet Markets
- "Grams" - Darknet Market search engine, Bitcoin mixer, Vendor directory
- The Hub - General darknet market forum
- "The Kingdom Forums" - General darknet market forum
Lists of darknet markets
- List and Comparison chart of hidden Marketplaces TOR/I2P @ Deep Dot Web
- Comparison of current and dead darknet markets made by gwern.net
- Comparison of darknet markets by dnstats.net
- Darknet market "Superlist" on /r/DarkNetMarkets
- Wall of Shame List of markets to avoid on reddit.com/r/darknetmarkets
Vendor directories and reviews
- "All Markets Vendor Directory" - A Directory for Darknet Vendors
- "The Darknet Feedback Database" - Search by pgp key and known username. Includes the feedback database of the now offline BlackMarketReloaded.
- "Grams" - Darknet Market search engine, Bitcoin mixer, Vendor directory