Frequently Asked Questions

WeTheNorth Market is Canada's definitive anonymous marketplace, designed specifically for domestic trade. By operating exclusively within Canadian borders, we provide a high-security platform for the exchange of digital and physical goods without the risks associated with international customs. The platform is fully bilingual (English/French) to serve the entire nation.

Access requires the Tor Browser (v3 Onion Service). Ensure you are using the official mirror listed below. Never access the market via clearweb proxies or gateways.

Domestic trade eliminates the risk of border seizure by the CBSA (Canada Border Services Agency). International shipments are subject to high scrutiny and x-ray scanning. By restricting vendors and buyers to Canada, we ensure faster delivery times (typically 2-4 days via Xpresspost) and significantly higher success rates for all orders.

Verification is critical for confirming you are connected to the authentic server. Import the WeTheNorth public key (available on the Links page) into your PGP client. When logging in, verify that the signed message provided by the server matches our key. If the signature is invalid, leave immediately.

PGP 2FA is mandatory for all Vendor accounts and highly recommended for Buyer accounts. It prevents unauthorized access even if your password is compromised. You can enable 2FA in your account settings after uploading a public PGP key.

We operate under a strict "No Logs" policy. Server access logs are disabled at the kernel level. Transaction data is retained only for the duration of the escrow period to resolve potential disputes. Once an order is finalized and aged off the system, all associated data is permanently purged.

We accept Bitcoin (BTC) and Monero (XMR). We strongly advise the use of Monero for all transactions. Unlike Bitcoin, which has a transparent public ledger, Monero utilizes ring signatures and stealth addresses to obfuscate the sender, receiver, and amount, providing true financial privacy.

The market acts as a trusted third party. When an order is placed, funds are moved to a secure escrow wallet. The vendor is notified to ship. Once the buyer receives the goods and inspects them, they finalize the order to release funds to the vendor. Auto-finalization occurs after 14 days for physical goods if no dispute is raised.

If an order does not arrive or matches the description, the buyer can initiate a dispute before the auto-finalization timer expires. A moderator will review the case, examining evidence such as tracking information (if applicable) and communication history. Funds remain frozen in escrow until a resolution is reached.

Vendor status requires a non-refundable bond payment to ensure commitment. Applicants must have PGP 2FA enabled and undergo a vetting process by our administration team. We prioritize vendors with established reputations on other platforms or proof of product quality.

We enforce a zero-tolerance policy on Fentanyl (and analogues), Carfentanil, weapons/explosives, poisons, child exploitation material, and services related to physical harm. Vendors found listing these items will be permanently banned and their bond seized.

No. Off-market communication is strictly prohibited to protect user anonymity and prevent scams. Any attempt to direct users to Telegram, Wickr, Signal, or email will result in an immediate account ban. All communication must occur via the market's encrypted messaging system.

The Tor network can experience congestion, and markets are often targets of DDoS attacks. If the main link is down, please consult the Links page for verified mirrors. We maintain multiple entry nodes to ensure continuous availability.

Registered users can open a support ticket via the dashboard. Our support staff is available 24/7 and is fully bilingual (English/French). For account recovery issues where login is impossible, please refer to the PGP-signed instructions on our official Dread sub-community.