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Catharsis Market

Frequently Asked Questions

Catharsis Market help and support

General Questions

Q: What is Catharsis Market?

A: Catharsis Market is a modern darknet marketplace that serves as a market-leading platform after Archetyp's closure. We feature a clean design, user-friendly interface, and comprehensive security features.

Q: How do I access Catharsis Market?

A: You must use Tor Browser to access our onion URL: http://catharacg5xdqwk45z3gep7lf6n7lt2penauxs5bwud2pqeejqjyf2yd.onion

Q: Is registration required?

A: Yes, registration is required but it's a simple one-step process. PGP key entry is optional but recommended for enhanced security.

Payment & Cryptocurrency

Q: Which cryptocurrencies do you accept?

A: We accept Bitcoin (BTC), Monero (XMR), and Litecoin (LTC) to provide flexibility and privacy options.

Q: Do you use escrow?

A: Yes, all orders use our secure escrow system to protect both buyers and vendors.

Q: How long are funds held in escrow?

A: Funds are held until you confirm receipt or the auto-finalize period expires (typically within the maximum shipping time of 5 days plus confirmation window).

Orders & Shipping

Q: How long does order confirmation take?

A: Orders are confirmed within a maximum of 3 days.

Q: What is the maximum shipping time?

A: The maximum shipping time is 5 days, though actual delivery times may vary based on location and vendor.

Q: Do you support Dead Drop?

A: Yes, Catharsis Market supports Dead Drop delivery for enhanced privacy and security.

Security & Privacy

Q: Is PGP encryption mandatory?

A: PGP encryption is recommended but optional. However, we strongly encourage all users to use PGP for communications and address encryption.

Q: How long do you retain user data?

A: We maintain minimal data retention of only 14 days to ensure your privacy and security.

Q: Is two-factor authentication available?

A: Yes, we recommend enabling 2FA for additional account security.

Vendors

Q: How do I become a vendor?

A: Established vendors can use our one-click registration process. New vendors need to apply through our vendor application system.

Q: Can I import my existing listings?

A: Yes, we offer automatic listing and review imports from established markets for verified vendors.

Support

Q: How do I contact support?

A: Visit our forum for announcements and support. You can also open a support ticket through your account dashboard.

Q: Where can I report scams?

A: Report any suspicious activity through our support system or post in the forum's security section.