Reader reference on WeTheNorth Market. If you have never used the storefront, start with the first-time visitor path. If you are already familiar with the storefront and want to sharpen a specific habit, pick a topic from the left column.
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What WeTheNorth Market actually is
A short introduction to the Canadian Tor storefront, its history, and what makes it different from the larger markets.
Installing Tor Browser, correctly
One download source, one signature check, three settings that matter.
Picking a WeTheNorth mirror
Three current addresses. All equivalent. Pick whichever opens fast.
First login walkthrough
From paste to logged in, step by step, plus the check to run every session.
Registering a WeTheNorth account
Fresh username, strong password, mnemonic on paper, PGP key uploaded.
Depositing Bitcoin, first time
The workflow for a first Bitcoin deposit if that is the coin you already hold.
Placing a first order
Small, cheap, standard shipping, standard escrow.
Marking an order received
The signature that releases the coin. Do not do it before the package is in your hands.
Reading collections
Curated bundles of readings for specific reader needs. Read in order.
Verification, from key to signature
The full workflow for verifying a WeTheNorth rotation with PGP.
Reference material
- Reference library — Glossary, timeline, mirror list, FAQ, further reading.
- Glossary — Plain-language definitions of every term.
- Timeline — Dated events since 2021.
- Verified mirror reference — The three current WeTheNorth onion addresses, verified against the operator signed rotation.
- Frequently asked questions — Short answers to the questions reader mail brings up most.
- Downloads — Editor PGP public key.