// Account Registration
Nexus Market Registration Guide — Create Your Account
A complete, step-by-step guide to creating a Nexus Market account, setting up two-factor authentication, configuring PGP encryption, and logging in securely. Registration is anonymous — no email address required.
Quick Answer — How to Register on Nexus Market?
To create a Nexus Market account: 1) Download Tor Browser from torproject.org. 2) Open a PGP-verified .onion link from our Official Links page. 3) Click Register, choose a username and password (no email required). 4) Set a 6-digit PIN for 2FA. 5) Add your PGP public key. 6) Solve the captcha and submit. Registration is fully anonymous.
Before You Register — What You Need
Before you begin the Nexus Market registration process, make sure you have the following ready. This preparation ensures a smooth signup experience and a properly secured account from the start.
Tor Browser
Download from torproject.org — the only way to access .onion addresses. Always use the latest version for maximum security.
Official .onion Link
Get the verified Nexus Market URL from our Official Links page. Always verify via PGP signature.
PGP Software
Install Kleopatra (Windows), GPG Suite (Mac), or GnuPG (Linux) to generate your keypair.
Strong Credentials
Prepare a unique username and a strong password (16+ characters) that you don't use anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Registration — Creating Your Nexus Account
Open Tor Browser & Navigate to Nexus Market
Launch Tor Browser and paste the official Nexus Market .onion address into the URL bar. Ensure you're using a PGP-verified link from our Official Links section. The connection will route through multiple encrypted relays — this is normal and may take a few seconds.
Click "Register" on the Login Page
On the Nexus Market login page, locate the "Register" or "Sign Up" button typically found below the login form. Click it to begin the account creation process. If you encounter a captcha on this page, solve it first — this is the platform's anti-bot protection.
Choose Username & Create Strong Password
Enter a unique username — this will be your identity on the marketplace. Choose something memorable but not linked to your real identity. Create a strong password with at least 16 characters, combining uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters. No email address is required — Nexus Market supports fully anonymous registration.
Set Your 6-Digit Security PIN
Create a 6-digit PIN that will serve as your two-factor authentication (2FA) during future logins. This PIN adds an extra verification layer beyond your password. Choose a PIN you can remember but that isn't obvious (avoid birthdays, sequential numbers like 123456, or patterns).
Add Your PGP Public Key
Paste your PGP public key into the designated field. This step is mandatory for vendors and strongly recommended for all users. Your PGP key enables encrypted communication with vendors, secure delivery address transmission, and official mirror link verification. If you don't have a PGP keypair yet, generate one using Kleopatra, GPG Suite, or GnuPG.
Solve Captcha & Complete Registration
Solve the anti-bot captcha to prove you're a real user. Once completed, click the Register button to create your account. You'll be redirected to the Nexus Market login page where you can log in with your new credentials. Save your mnemonic/recovery phrase if shown — this is your only way to recover access if you lose your password.
After Registration — Essential Security Steps
🔐 Enable Full 2FA Protection
After logging into Nexus Market for the first time, navigate to your Account Settings and ensure 2FA is fully enabled. The platform uses a PIN + Security Token system. On each login, you'll be prompted for your username, password, and the 6-digit PIN you created during registration. This prevents unauthorized access even if your password is compromised.
🔑 Verify Your PGP Configuration
Go to your profile settings and verify that your PGP public key was saved correctly. Test encrypted messaging by sending yourself a test message or communicating with a trusted vendor. Ensure you can decrypt received messages with your private key. This step is critical before making any purchases or sharing delivery information.
📌 Bookmark the Official Link
Bookmark the verified .onion address in your Tor Browser immediately. This is your best defense against phishing sites that impersonate Nexus Market. Always access the marketplace from your bookmark — never from links shared in chats, forums, or emails. You can verify the authenticity of any link using the PGP-signed mirror list on our Official Links page.
💰 Fund Your Account
Once secured, navigate to the Wallet section at the top of the marketplace to deposit funds. Nexus accepts Bitcoin (BTC), Monero (XMR), and Litecoin (LTC). Deposits are free. For maximum privacy, consider using Monero — see our Monero Guide for detailed instructions on purchasing and using XMR.