Accepted Payments — Wethenorth Market Onion

Accepted Payments

WeTheNorth Market Onion accepts Monero, Bitcoin, and Litecoin for transactions. The Canada-only marketplace prioritizes user privacy and transaction security.

Background

Since its launch in July 2026, WeTheNorth Market has established itself as a leading Canadian darknet marketplace. The platform, which succeeded Canadian HeadQuarters after its shutdown, operates exclusively within Canada. This geographic focus simplifies logistics and fosters a concentrated user base, leading to a strong emphasis on secure payment methods.

The market's payment strategy reflects a commitment to both privacy and accessibility for its domestic clientele.

• Monero (XMR):
  • Deposit Time: Near-instantaneous
  • Confirmations Required: 1
  • Fee Profile: Minimal, network dependent. Monero's privacy features are a key reason for its adoption.
• Bitcoin (BTC):
  • Deposit Time: Varies, typically 10-30 minutes
  • Confirmations Required: 3
  • Fee Profile: Standard network fees, variable based on network congestion.
• Litecoin (LTC):
  • Deposit Time: Faster than Bitcoin, often under 5 minutes
  • Confirmations Required: 6
  • Fee Profile: Generally lower than Bitcoin, offering a balance of speed and cost.

Live exchange rates for all accepted cryptocurrencies against fiat can be found at {{rates}}.

Best Practices

WeTheNorth Market strongly advises users to utilize the platform's built-in escrow services for all transactions. This policy, known as "no-Finalize-Early" (no-FE), is a cornerstone of the market's security model.

"Don't FE under any circumstances," one long-time user warned on a community forum. "The escrow is there for a reason, especially on a domestic market where you can't just disappear."

Adhering to the no-FE policy is crucial for buyer protection and helps maintain the integrity of the WeTheNorth Market Onion ecosystem.