2.5 Years

Market Age

99.8%

Uptime

2

Payment Methods

9/10

Security Rating

Market Performance

Security Score 9/10
Trust Rating 10/10
Uptime 99%
Age Factor 70%
Payment Methods 60%

Market Screenshot

Kerberos Market Screenshot

Last verified: 2023-12-15

About Kerberos Market

Kerberos Market was widely recognized as one of the most trusted darknet marketplaces in its operational period from 2021 to early 2024. Our vision was to help restore the damaged reputation of darknet marketplaces which were caused by badly run platforms and scammers that ripped off everyone (including us!). With Kerberos Market we provided a decent and fair marketplace with the highest quality and safety features. We designed it to stay forever, after all.

Nobody here expected that trust would be built just by the words we said. This could only be done by turning words into actions. Everyone who experienced Kerberos Market noticed that we were different. The marketplace shut down in an orderly fashion in February 2024, allowing all users to withdraw their funds and finalize transactions. Unlike many other markets, Kerberos did not exit scam, which maintained its reputation until the end.

The operators announced the closure citing increasing pressure from law enforcement and the difficulties of maintaining security standards in the evolving darknet landscape. The market remains a benchmark for how darknet markets should operate - with user security as the absolute priority.

1,500+

Vendors

24,000+

Listings

250,000+

Users

Key Features

  • Escrow system with multisignature support
  • Advanced 2FA implementation
  • Bitcoin (BTC) and Monero (XMR) support
  • Vendor bond requirement of $1,000
  • Mandatory PGP for all communications
  • Direct deal system for trusted vendors
  • Automated dispute resolution system

Market Links

Always bookmark this URL to avoid being phished in the future.

Primary Link:
Mirror Links:

Market PGP Key

Always verify the market's PGP key to ensure you're on the official site. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Kerberos Market voluntarily closed operations in February 2024. The administrators cited increasing pressure from law enforcement agencies and the growing difficulty of maintaining their high security standards. Unlike many darknet markets, Kerberos did not exit scam and provided ample notice to users, allowing them to withdraw funds and complete transactions before the final shutdown.

The administration team has explicitly stated that Kerberos Market will not be returning. Any new markets claiming to be Kerberos should be treated as scams or phishing attempts. Always verify PGP signatures for any communications claiming to be from former Kerberos administrators.

Kerberos earned its high trust rating through consistent reliability, strong security practices, fair dispute resolution, and transparent administration. Throughout its 2.5-year operation, the market maintained 99.8% uptime, had a strict vendor verification process, and never suffered major security breaches or fund losses. Most notably, Kerberos closed operations in a controlled and ethical manner, allowing all users to withdraw their funds.

While we don't explicitly recommend any particular marketplace, we encourage users to thoroughly research any market before using it. Look for markets with strong security practices, escrow systems, and established histories. Always use PGP encryption, 2FA where available, and never keep more funds in market wallets than necessary for immediate purchases.

Security Features

Market Security
Strong end-to-end PGP encryption for all communications
Mandatory 2FA for all accounts
Bitcoin and Monero multisignature escrow
Rigorous vendor verification process
Periodic security audits by third parties
JavaScript-free browsing option for enhanced security
EXIF and metadata stripping from all uploaded images
Automatic timeout for inactive sessions
Security Tips
Always use PGP encryption for sensitive communications
Enable 2FA whenever possible
Use Monero for enhanced transaction privacy
Verify all market links through trusted sources

Disclaimer

This information is provided for educational purposes only. We do not endorse or encourage any illegal activities. Always follow the laws in your jurisdiction.