The 10 biggest Dark Web markets in 2025

In 2024, the dark web markets continue to thrive in digital obscurity, harboring illicit activities ranging from drug dealing to stolen data. These platforms operate under the anonymity of the Tor network or sometimes on the clear web, making law enforcement efforts to shut them down complex and arduous. Each market, with its own specificities, defies the authorities and constantly redefines the boundaries of cybercrime.

1. Abacus Market

Founded after the closure of AlphaBay in September 2021, Abacus Market has rapidly become a reference on the dark web, attracting users from closed markets. It offers over 40,000 products ranging from drugs at fraudulent digital productsthrough to piracy services and malware. The market stands out for its bug rewards program and its strict security policy with the implementation of thetwo-factor authentication (2FA).

Abacus Market remains attractive to cybercriminals looking to sell or buy stolen personal information or counterfeit products. Despite the closure ofIncognito MarketAbacus was able to attract users to the platform, increasing its business. Today, the market is estimated at 15 million dollarswith cryptocurrencies Bitcoin and Monero as the main means of transaction.

2. Russian Market

Since its launch in 2019, Russian Market is one of the major players in the sale of stolen data, particularly from CVVof the accounts RDP and stolen banking information. He is known for his stealer logsThese are records of sensitive data stolen by malware such as RedLine Stealer. This market also offers hacking tools to carry out massive frauds.

Transactions carried out via Bitcoin, Litecoin and EthereumRussian Market continues to be a prime location for cybercriminals specializing in fraudulent use of personally identifiable information (PII).

3. BriansClub

BriansClub is one of the oldest and most infamous markets, founded in 2014. BriansClub focuses primarily on the trading stolen credit cards and personal information. Operating both on the surface web and via Tor, BriansClub uses a wide range of cryptocurrencies such as USDT, Dashand Monerofor greater anonymity.

In addition to offering Dumps, CVV2 and Fullz (ensemble d’informations permettant de voler une identité complète), BriansClub a accumulé une réputation solide au sein de la cybercriminalité pour les fraudeurs financiers. Ce marché constitue une pierre angulaire du dark web, avec des outils spécifiquement conçus pour faciliter les transactions non autorisées.

4. Torzon Market

Created in September 2022, Torzon Market has rapidly become one of the dark web's busiest markets, with over 11,000 illegal products for sale, including drugsand hacking guides and counterfeit goods. This market is distinguished by its unique import system for vendor feedback from other markets, boosting buyer confidence.

Torzon Market also offers premium accounts with benefits such as access to detailed seller statistics and priority order processing. Valued also at 15 million dollarsTorzon has been able to attract a large customer base with transactions carried out mainly in Bitcoin and Monero.

5. FreshTools

FreshTools is specialized in the sale of stolen accounts, operating since 2019 on the clear web. This market offers more than 800,000 products related to the sale of leads, RDP, WordPress compromisedand others digital services. Its specific niche in the hacked accounts and sensitive data has set it apart from other dark web players.

Using cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Litecoin and PerfectMoneyFreshTools has become a benchmark for criminals seeking unauthorized access to critical systems.

6. Cypher Marketplace

Launched in February 2020, Cypher Marketplace offers a variety of illicit products, such as stolen credit cardsand counterfeit productsand fraud guides and malware. Operating via the Tor network, Cypher focuses on user anonymity and security, with an emphasis on the sale of fraudulent documents.

This contract, with an estimated value of 15 million dollarsuses Bitcoin and Monero as a means of payment, ensuring secure, anonymous transactions.

7. MGM Grand Market

Created in April 2021, MGM Grand Market focused on improving the user experience, with an interface optimized for mobile devices. This market, accessible via the Toroffers more than 16,000 illegal itemsmainly drugs and fraudulent products.

With a value of around 3 million dollarsMGM Grand Market attracts a large number of users looking for fast and secure transactions via Bitcoin.

8. BidenCash

BidenCash has grown rapidly since its creation in 2022, specializing in the sale of stolen credit cards and personal data. This market has become known for free release of millions of stolen dataused as an advertising tactic to attract criminals to the platform.

In addition to offering credit cards and identification information BidenCash uses cryptocurrencies to guarantee the anonymity of transactions.

9. 2easy

Active since 2020, 2easy is a market dedicated to the sale of Stealer Logssensitive data extracted via malware. The market offers stolen data including password, credit cards and initial access information used for ransomware attacks.

2easy remains a key player in the sale of stolen data, offering its services in several languages and operating both on the international and domestic markets. clear web and via Tor.

10. WeTheNorth (WTN)

WeTheNorthfounded in 2021, is a Canadian marketplace operating in both English and French. This marketplace offers more than 9,000 illegal productsincluding drugsand counterfeit productsand digital services.

With a value of around 3 million dollarsWeTheNorth stands out for its user-friendly interface and its use of Bitcoin and Monero for transactions.

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FAQ - Dark Web markets and cybersecurity in 2025

1. What is a dark web market?
Dark web markets are online platforms, often accessible via the Tor network, where illegal products such as drugs, stolen information and hacking tools are bought and sold. These markets generally operate using cryptocurrencies to guarantee the anonymity of transactions.

2. What are the dangers of dark web markets for businesses?
Companies are exposed to cyber attacks via the dark web, où des informations sensibles comme des données clients ou des identifiants volés sont souvent mises en vente. Des malwares, tels que des ransomwares, peuvent également être acquis et utilisés contre des entreprises.

3. How does Axis Intelligence help combat cyberthreats from the dark web?
Axis Intelligence offers proactive monitoring of the dark web, aidant à détecter les menaces potentielles, comme les fuites de données ou la vente de comptes compromis, avant qu’elles ne causent des dommages à l’entreprise.

4. Which cryptocurrencies are used on dark web markets?
Dark web markets mainly use cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Monero, Litecoinand Dash to guarantee the anonymity and security of transactions.

5. What measures can companies take to protect themselves from dark web cyberthreats?
Companies can invest in cyber security advances, such as the real-time threat monitoring and thedata leakage analysis. They can also train their employees to recognize and prevent attacks such as phishing.