Glossary
Last updated: May 2026
This glossary defines key terms used throughout the Dark Market Bible.
Common Terms
- OPSEC
- Operational Security — practices to keep your activities safe and private.
- PGP
- Pretty Good Privacy — encryption standard for secure communication.
- Tor
- The Onion Router — anonymity network that routes traffic through multiple layers.
- XMR
- Monero — private cryptocurrency that hides transaction details.
- Tails
- Amnesiac OS — runs from USB, leaves no traces on the computer.
- Whonix
- VM‑based OS with a Tor gateway for total anonymity.
- Onion
- Top‑level domain for .onion sites accessible only through Tor.
- Clearnet
- The regular internet accessible without Tor.
- Escrow
- Third‑party holding of funds until a transaction is complete.
- Fingerprint
- Unique identifier for a PGP key used for verification.
- Controlled Delivery
- Law enforcement monitoring of a package delivery.
- Love Letter
- Seizure notice from customs or law enforcement.
Common Acronyms
- DNM — Darknet Market
- LE — Law Enforcement
- XMR — Monero
- BTC — Bitcoin
- VM — Virtual Machine
- VPN — Virtual Private Network
- SSL/TLS — Secure Sockets Layer / Transport Layer Security
- FE — Finalize Early
- DD — Direct Deal
- 2FA — Two‑Factor Authentication
Remember: Understanding these terms is essential for following the guide and staying safe.