Vouch Protocol (2026)
Vouches exist to build trust and must always be voluntary, accurate, and verifiable. Any form of abuse, manipulation, or misrepresentation of the vouch system is strictly prohibited. Non-compliant vouches are denied without appeal.
Valid Examples
- +rep @user Nitro Boost – $9 [LTC]
- +rep @user Exchange $120 [UPI] → BTC
- +rep userid Spotify Family – ₹220 [UPI]
Invalid (Denied)
- Legit seller — no product/user
- Good deal — vague details
- Fast service — no transaction proof
Required Vouch Format
Every vouch must clearly include all of the following:
- User id / tag of seller
- Product or service purchased
- Exact amount paid
- Currency / Payment method
Minimum Requirements & Restrictions
- ✓Minimum accepted amount: €0.20 EUR (or equivalent)
- ✓Free, gifted, or giveaway transactions are not eligible
- ✓Vouches must never be requested, incentivized, or pressured
- ✓Vouching through alt accounts results in a permanent network ban
- ✓Warranty or service access cannot depend on leaving a vouch
Anti-Manipulation Enforcement
Rejected "Excuses" for Pressure
"I just asked if they were happy"
"It was a gift, not a sale"
"My warranty requires a vouch"
"They vouched after I asked"
"I only suggested it"
"I have many vouches already"
Detected Tactics (Immediate Blacklist)
Intent and context determine enforcement, not exact phrasing.
- • "Vouch or no warranty" / "No vouch no support"
- • "Vouch for a discount" / "Vouch for priority"
- • Zero-width character manipulation or forged TXIDs
Violations & Consequences
1st ViolationDenied with Explanation
3rd ViolationBlacklist
Fabricated EvidencePermanent Ban