- Exchange
P2P exchange bitcoin for national currencies. Robosats simplifies the peer-to-peer user experience.
Scores
- Guaranteed no KYC
- Terms explicitly state KYC will never be requested.
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Account required -1 0
Users require creating an account with the service in order to access and use its features.
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Guaranteed no KYC +25 0
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Identity-Free registration +10 0
Users can create accounts without giving personal information (such as full name, address or phone number). Note that some services might initially allow this, but they may subsequently request personal information (i.e. Automated flagging systems, Shotgun KYC…).
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Verified 0 +10
Thoroughly tested and verified by the team. But things might change, this is not a guarantee. Read more about the listing statuses.
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Non-custodial wallet +3 +5
A non-custodial wallet is a type of crypto wallet where the user holds and manages the private keys to the wallet and the assets in custody. The user is responsible for safeguarding their funds, and they are the only ones with access to their private keys. Using a non-custodial wallet requires no trust in any institution.
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Open source code 0 +7
The source code of the service is publicly available and licensed as open-source. This allows the community to audit the service, though it doesn’t guarantee security or quality.
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Peer to peer network +2 +5
A peer-to-peer network is a decentralized networking model where individual computers (peers) directly connect and share resources or data with each other, rather than through a central server.
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Escrow available 0 +6
Escrow is a secure method where a trusted third party holds funds during peer-to-peer transactions, releasing them only when both parties fulfill their agreed terms. For safety, always verify transaction details and trust the escrow service. However, you have to trust the escrow service throughout the process.
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Accepts Monero +5 0
This service accepts Monero, a privacy-focused cryptocurrency that provides enhanced anonymity.
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Has Onion or I2P URLs +5 0
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Mature service 0 +5
This service has been operational for 3 years. While this indicates stability, it is not a future-proof guarantee.
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Uses hodl invoices 0 +5
A hodl invoice on the Lightning Network temporarily holds your payment, similar to escrow. The receiver doesn’t get the funds immediately; instead, the payment is locked until specific conditions are met. Once those conditions are fulfilled, the receiver releases the funds by supplying a cryptographic key. This method is useful for secure transactions or deposits.
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Peer to peer market 0 +4
Peer-to-peer marketplaces are online platforms where unknown people can trade goods, cryptocurrencies and services directly from each other, without the need for intermediaries like traditional retailers or service providers.
A peer-to-peer market can be centralized, so do not confuse this with peer to peer networks.
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API available 0 0
An API is available for programmatic interaction with this service.
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JavaScript needed 0 0
The service requires the user to enable JavaScript in order to access and use its features.
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Telegram bot available 0 0
- Base score +50 +50
Overall = 60% Privacy + 40% Trust (Truncated)
Terms of Service Review
RoboSats is a private, KYC-free, and Tor-only P2P exchange for Bitcoin. It uses Lightning Hodl invoices for fast, secure trades. Open source and emphasizes privacy by default.
KYC-Free
The platform explicitly states it is “KYC-free” and promotes “Best privacy practices by default.”
Tor-Only Access
Access to the exchange is “Tor-only,” enhancing user anonymity and privacy.
Temporary Identity
Users will “generate a random Robot avatar for a single use” for each exchange, promoting ephemeral identities.
Open Source
RoboSats is “fully open source,” allowing for transparency and community auditing of its code.
Reviewed from learn.robosats.com/read/en
ToS reviews are AI-generated and should be used as a reference only.
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Verification
Learn moreThoroughly tested and verified by the team. But things might change, this is not a guarantee.
Comments
What we will do without Robosats? An absolutely essential tool, anonymous, P2P
I find it ideal for lightning transactions. Simple, fast, run over Tor.
I have used RoboSats several dozen times without an issue. It requires no downloads other than Tor. NO KYC EVER. It is good for BTC transactions that are smaller like USD/Euro 1000. Many currencies are available though most market makers are USD or EUR. I love this site. Great for stacking seats discreetly.
It is anonymous service (Tor, no KYC, no account, Lightning works well). Good for newbies.
Love the service. Great UX! Always worked for me as expected.