4 min read · 2026-06-08

How Escrow Works on P2P Marketplaces

A step-by-step explanation of escrow checkout, delivery confirmation, and dispute resolution when buying digital goods.

Escrow is a payment model where the marketplace holds your money until both sides fulfill their obligations. For digital goods, that means the seller delivers and the buyer confirms receipt.

The order lifecycle

1. You pay — funds are held by the platform, not sent to the seller.

2. The seller delivers — automatically or manually depending on the listing.

3. You confirm delivery — payment is released to the seller.

4. If there's a problem — open a dispute before confirming. Our team reviews evidence from both sides.