Core Systems
Platform Features 01–06
01
Multi-Layer Escrow System
Torzon's four-stage escrow architecture holds all transaction funds in a cryptographically secured neutral position from the moment of purchase until the buyer actively confirms receipt. Stage one locks funds at order creation. Stage two confirms vendor dispatch via encrypted delivery confirmation. Stage three opens a dispute window. Stage four releases funds to the vendor upon buyer confirmation or successful mediation. Neither party can force fund release unilaterally outside of the dispute window.
02
Mandatory PGP Encryption
All private messages on the platform are encrypted using PGP (Pretty Good Privacy) at the application layer. Vendor accounts are required to upload a valid PGP public key before listing any product. Buyers are strongly encouraged to use PGP for all shipping address submissions. The platform's administration publishes all official announcements as PGP-signed documents, allowing users to cryptographically verify authenticity. The admin keypair fingerprint is published on the market's canary page and verified by independent community sources.
03
Two-Factor Authentication
Torzon implements a time-based one-time password (TOTP) 2FA system compatible with any standard authenticator application. Account login requires both a password and a 6-digit rotating authentication code. Withdrawal of funds and account settings changes require separate 2FA confirmation. The platform also supports a PIN-based login delay feature, where multiple failed PIN attempts temporarily lock the account to prevent brute-force credential attacks over Tor circuits.
04
Vendor Accountability System
New vendors are required to pay a security bond denominated in cryptocurrency before creating listings. This bond is held by the platform and forfeited in full upon a confirmed scam determination by the dispute resolution team. The bond amount varies by listing category. Established vendors with verified transaction histories above certain thresholds unlock tiered permissions — including Finalize Early (FE) access for buyers who voluntarily release escrow. Vendor feedback is category-specific and tracked permanently.
05
Multisig Escrow (v4)
As of the v4 escrow release, orders above a configurable value threshold can opt into 2-of-3 multisignature escrow for both Monero and Bitcoin transactions. In this model, three keys are generated: one held by the buyer, one by the vendor, and one by the platform. Fund release requires any two of the three parties to sign, meaning no single entity can unilaterally access transaction funds. In a dispute, platform staff hold the deciding key and review evidence before signing. This eliminates exit scam risk for high-value orders.
06
Dispute Resolution Framework
Unresolved transactions automatically enter the dispute window after a configurable delivery period expires. Either party can escalate to staff mediation. The resolution team requests evidence from both parties — tracking information, photographs, encrypted message logs — within a defined response window. Staff determine outcomes based on community standards, vendor history, and policy guidelines. All dispute decisions are documented and inform vendor reputation scoring. Repeat fraud violations result in permanent account bans and bond forfeiture.
