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AlphaBay Market (2014-2017) was an online darknet market operating on the Tor network's
onion service. According to law enforcement and multiple trusted sources, it was the largest and most
trusted anonymous marketplace ever, offering a vast array of black market items. These ranged from drugs,
hacking tools, and malware to credit cards, counterfeit goods, and even firearms (now banned).
Founded by alpha02 in 2014, AlphaBay saw rapid growth, acquiring 14,000 new users in its
first 90 days. The darknet informer Gwern(dot net) ranked AlphaBay among the top-tier markets in terms of
survival probability. By October 2015, Dan Palumbo, research director at Digital Citizens Alliance,
recognized it as the largest darknet market.
AlphaBay distinguished itself by continuously innovating with features that are now industry standards:
Customizable digital contracts for reputation building
Autodispatch listings (automated selling)
Sticky and featured ads
PGP-signed withdrawal addresses
Integration of a credit card and accounts shop
In May 2015, AlphaBay introduced integrated digital contracts and an escrow system, allowing users to
formalize engagements and services under agreed terms. By October 2015, less than a year into its
operation, AlphaBay boasted over 200,000 users. At its peak in July 2017, it had over
400,000 active users.
AlphaBay was also a pioneer in adopting cryptocurrency, being one of the first markets to support
Monero in addition to Bitcoin. This integration, introduced in August 2016,
highlighted its commitment to privacy and innovation.
AlphaBay Market was a prominent darknet marketplace that operated from 2014 until its shutdown by
international law enforcement in July 2017. It facilitated the anonymous sale of illegal goods and
services, including drugs, counterfeit items, and hacking tools. The site's founder, Alexandre
Cazes, was arrested in Thailand and later died in custody.
In August 2021, AlphaBay was relaunched by an individual known as DeSnake, who claimed to be a
co-founder and the original security administrator. The revived platform emphasized enhanced
security measures and introduced features like AlphaGuard, designed to protect user funds in case of
disruptions.
However, in early February 2023, the marketplace went into lockdown due to a missed security
protocol, and DeSnake became unresponsive. As a result, AlphaBay ceased operations, and its current
status remains inactive.
Our Vision
AlphaBay is committed to providing unparalleled safety, ease of use, and the most capable staff to
facilitate all your transactions. Our administration team is composed of seasoned professionals with over
20 years of experience in computer security, underground business operations, darknet market management,
customer support, and most importantly, evading Law Enforcement (LE).
On the technical front, we’ve built a secure, audited codebase from scratch, supported by bulletproof
servers and multiple safeguards designed to withstand any disruptions, including hardware failures or
raids. Our innovative AlphaGuard (AG) system ensures that users and vendors can access
their wallet funds (including escrow) on both I2P and Tor networks at any time, while also automating
the restoration of core marketplace functions like dispute resolution.
While the administration remains the same, the staff team has been completely replaced for security
purposes. We’ve carefully selected trusted individuals as moderators, vetted through long-standing
business relationships. As AlphaBay expands, we’ve implemented a granular system to monitor staff and
ScamWatch actions, restricting access for junior moderators to only the data and functions necessary for
their role. This new system increases productivity and significantly improves response times for both
support tickets and disputes.
One of our most innovative features is the Automatic Dispute Resolver (ADR) system,
designed to handle most disputes without third-party intervention. ADR allows buyers and sellers to
propose and accept solutions such as extending escrow time, issuing full or partial refunds, or replacing
items. Both parties can negotiate directly, streamlining the resolution process.
We highly encourage using ADR as it mimics the steps a moderator would take during dispute resolution,
reducing the need for external involvement. Even if an agreement isn’t reached, the system provides
clear progress and options for reshipping or replacement. If ADR fails to resolve the issue, or if users
prefer direct moderation, a moderator will step in to resolve the dispute within 24 hours.
Why Choose AlphaBay
AlphaBay offers unparalleled safety, ease of use, and an experienced team dedicated to facilitating all
your transactions. With a mature administration team boasting over 20 years of expertise
in computer security, underground business operations, darknet market management, customer support, and
evading Law Enforcement (LE), AlphaBay ensures the highest level of professionalism.
On the technical side, AlphaBay operates on a secure and audited codebase, built from the ground up. Our
bulletproof servers are designed with multiple safeguards to handle any form of disruption, including
hardware failures or raids. Our proprietary AlphaGuard (AG) system ensures that users and
vendors can access their wallet funds (including escrow) on both I2P and Tor at any time, while also
restoring core marketplace functionalities like dispute resolution, all through fully automated
processes.
While the core administration remains unchanged, the staff team has been entirely replaced for enhanced
security. We’ve appointed trusted moderators, vetted through years of business dealings. As AlphaBay
continues to grow, our granular system for monitoring staff and ScamWatch actions will ensure
accountability. Junior moderators and ScamWatch members are granted only the necessary access for their
roles, ensuring data security and operational efficiency.
A key innovation is our Automatic Dispute Resolver (ADR) system. Based on years of
experience, we’ve designed ADR to handle most disputes without third-party involvement. This system
facilitates negotiations between buyers and sellers, offering options such as extending escrow time,
issuing full or partial refunds, or replacing items. ADR mirrors the steps a moderator would take, streamlining dispute resolution. Even if an agreement isn't reached, the system provides clear progress and options for reshipping or replacement. If ADR fails or users prefer direct moderation, a moderator will step in to resolve the dispute within 24 hours.
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