Help & FAQ
Questions about listings, donations, banner ads, and the latest dark web news.
Listings & Donations
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Is it free to submit a listing?
Submitting a basic listing is free. However, we rely on donations to maintain our servers and scanning infrastructure. Users who donate support the network and may receive prioritized review status and higher visibility in the directory.
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How do I make a donation to get listed?
You can submit your site via the Submit Listing page. Once submitted, you will receive instructions on how to send a donation. Donations help expedite the verification process and ensure your listing stands out to users.
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Why is PGP verification required?
To prevent phishing and scams, we require that you sign a challenge message with your site's private PGP key. This cryptographically proves that you own the onion address. Listings without verified PGP signatures are not marked as "Safe."
Advertising & Banners
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Can I purchase a banner ad?
Yes. We offer static banner placements (Header, Sidebar, Footer) to reach thousands of privacy-conscious users daily. This is a paid service. Please visit the Advertising Page to view rates, available positions, and submission guidelines.
News & Updates
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What kind of news does Dark Stats cover?
We provide the latest intelligence on the dark web. This includes reports on market seizures (by law enforcement like the FBI or Europol), exit scams, newly launched services, and critical security vulnerabilities affecting the Tor network.
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How can I stay updated on market closures?
Check our Blog regularly. We publish immediate updates when a major market goes offline or is confirmed seized. We also track the status of listings in our directory in real-time.
Safety & Reporting
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How do I report a scam or phishing site?
If you encounter a fraudulent listing, use the "Report" button on the listing page. This alerts our moderators and updates the site's Risk Score. For urgent phishing reports, please contact us directly via encrypted email.
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How accurate is the uptime monitoring?
We use automated scanners to check onion services via the Tor network every few minutes. If a site is unreachable or returns an error, it is flagged as "Offline" or "Unstable" automatically.