Secured.fyi is an independent resource covering cryptocurrency escrow services, multisig wallet security, and safe peer-to-peer transactions. We research how escrow works, what makes a service trustworthy, and where people get scammed.
If you're about to use an escrow service for the first time — or trying to decide whether a particular service is legitimate — start with our pillar guide. It covers how crypto escrow works, the difference between custodial and non-custodial models, and the red flags that signal a scam.
Read: What Is Crypto Escrow? →How escrow crypto works, custodial vs. non-custodial models, USDT on TRON, use cases, and red flags. The complete foundation.
Must-have features, arbitration models, fee structures, on-chain transparency, and a pre-deposit checklist.
Fake escrow middlemen, screenshot fraud, pressure tactics, and how to verify a service before trusting it.
Why stablecoin escrow is practical, TRON-based flow, fees, and deal examples.
Risks of chat-based deals, common scam patterns, and what proof matters in disputes.
The 2-of-3 model, key distribution, cooperative release vs. dispute flow.
Who controls the funds, what the risks are, and which model is safer for P2P deals.
Flat vs percentage, who pays, hidden costs, and what fee structures signal about quality.
Freelance, digital goods, OTC trades, advertising, and milestone-based payments.
Evidence requirements, arbitration timeline, on-chain execution, and pre-deposit terms.
Code-driven vs key-driven escrow: flexibility, disputes, and which fits your deal.