SYSTEM FAQ

DrugHub Market Access is the definitive entry node and status monitor for the DrugHub ecosystem. We maintain a synchronized registry of cryptographically signed mirrors and provide real-time network status updates. Our primary function is to facilitate secure, verified connections to the marketplace infrastructure, preventing users from accessing compromised or outdated nodes.

DrugHub Market is a next-generation decentralized commerce platform operating on the Tor network. Established to set new standards in operational security, it operates exclusively with Monero (XMR) and utilizes a passwordless PGP-based authentication system. The platform hosts a vetted community of over 1,500 vendors and enforces strict quality control standards, including spectrum analysis for listed goods.

Connection requires the Tor Browser configured for maximum privacy. Users must navigate to a valid .onion entry node provided in our Links registry. Once connected, users should verify the server's PGP signature to confirm the integrity of the connection before proceeding with any interaction. This cryptographic verification step is critical for maintaining session security.

DrugHub implements a distributed load-balancing architecture where users are assigned dedicated private mirrors following their initial login. This segregation isolates traffic, rendering the network immune to conventional DDoS attacks by eliminating single points of failure. Each user's unique entry point ensures consistent uptime and high-speed access to market functions.

Absolute encryption is enforced. PGP is required for the 2FA login sequence and all inter-user communications. The platform automatically encrypts plaintext messages using the recipient's public key as a fail-safe, though client-side encryption is standard operating procedure for optimal security. Plaintext shipping data never touches the database in readable form.

Monero (XMR) is the sole currency supported. This policy ensures fundamental privacy for all financial data through ring signatures, stealth addresses, and confidential transactions. Transparent ledgers like Bitcoin are incompatible with our privacy standards and are not supported.

Transactions are secured via a 2-of-3 Multi-Signature Escrow. Funds are locked in a contract accessible only by the buyer, vendor, and market administration. Releasing funds requires consensus from two parties, ensuring that neither the vendor nor the market can seize funds unilaterally. This structure guarantees fair dispute mediation.

Guest access is permitted. Unregistered clients may query the full product index, vendor profiles, and feedback data. Interaction, including purchasing and messaging, requires an authenticated session to preserve the integrity of the reputation system.

Vendor admission is rigorous. Applicants must submit a security bond (1-5 XMR) and provide product samples for chemical analysis. This vetting process ensures that only established suppliers with verified inventory are permitted to operate.

The dispute resolution protocol can be initiated within the escrow window. Administrators review transaction logs and communication records. Utilizing the multi-sig architecture, the administrator acts as the third signer to either finalize the transaction to the vendor or refund the buyer based on the evidence provided.

If a specific node is unreachable, consult the 'Links' registry on this site for alternative signed mirrors. Tor network latency can occasionally cause timeouts; cycling the Tor circuit often restores connectivity. Our systems monitor node health continuously.