Operational Security Protocols

The cardinal rule of OpSec is the complete separation of your "clearnet" (real-life) identity and your Tor identity. Cross-contamination often occurs through behavioral patterns rather than technical exploits.

• Username Reuse: Never use a username that you have used on Reddit, Steam, Discord, or any other platform.
• Password Hygiene: Use a unique, randomly generated password for every market account. KeepassXC is the recommended password manager.
• Contact Information: Never provide email addresses, phone numbers, or social media handles in private messages or support tickets.

Phishing is the most common attack vector. Malicious actors create clone sites that look identical to TorZon but steal your credentials and deposit addresses. This is often done via "Man-in-the-Middle" (MITM) attacks.

Verification Protocol:

The ONLY way to ensure you are on the real site is to verify the PGP signature of the onion address.

1. Import the TorZon Official Admin Public Key into your PGP software (Kleopatra/GPG4Win).
2. On the market login page, look for the "Verify Mirror" or "PGP Signed Message" link.
3. Copy the signed message and verify it against the imported key.
4. If the signature is valid, the onion URL in the message must match your browser address bar exactly.

The default settings of Tor Browser prioritize usability over maximum security. For TorZon research, additional hardening is required.

Blockchain analysis has advanced significantly. Sending Bitcoin (BTC) directly from a KYC (Know Your Customer) exchange like Coinbase or Binance to a darknet market is a critical failure.

The Golden Path:

Why Monero (XMR)? Unlike Bitcoin, Monero hides the sender, receiver, and amount of every transaction. It is the only currency suitable for darknet operations.