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TBUSD Escrow

Free Smart Contract Escrow

Secure, trustless escrow powered by immutable smart contracts. No fees. No middlemen. Just code.

100% Free - TBUSD Only

Choose Your Escrow Type

Buyer Protected

Buyer controls everything. Release when satisfied, or refund anytime.

Best for: Freelance work, first-time sellers

Time Release

Auto-releases after deadline. Buyer can cancel before deadline passes.

Best for: Clear deliverables, net-30 terms

Mutual Agreement

Both parties must agree to release or refund. Maximum security.

Best for: High-value deals, equal partners

Seller Protected

Seller controls everything. For trusted vendors and repeat business.

Best for: Established sellers, repeat customers

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is TBUSD Escrow?
TBUSD Escrow is a free smart contract service that holds funds securely until both parties fulfill their obligations. The funds are held by an immutable smart contract on the Base blockchain - not by any company or person.
How can I try it before using it for real?
Since the service is completely free, you can create a test escrow with yourself! Use your own wallet as both buyer and seller (you'll need two wallets), or create one with a friend for a small amount like $1. This lets you experience the full flow - creating, accepting terms, depositing, and releasing - before using it for larger transactions.
How do I manage my escrows after creating them?
Everything happens right here on this website! Connect your wallet and scroll down to "My Escrows" to see all escrows you're involved in. You can accept terms, deposit funds, release, or refund - all with one click. No need to visit a blockchain explorer or write any code.
Why is it free?
We don't charge transaction fees. The escrow service is free to encourage adoption of TBUSD. You only need TBUSD tokens and a small amount of ETH for blockchain gas fees (~$0.01).
What happens if there's a dispute?
The smart contract enforces the rules you chose when creating the escrow:
  • Buyer Protected: Buyer decides - release or refund
  • Seller Protected: Seller decides - release or refund
  • Mutual: Both must agree, or funds sit until they do
  • Time Release: Auto-releases after deadline; buyer can cancel before
There is no third-party arbitration. The contract is the final authority.
Can TBUSD Inc. access or move my funds?
No. The smart contracts are fully immutable with zero admin functions. Once deployed, nobody - not even TBUSD Inc. - can modify the contract, access the funds, or override your transaction. Only the buyer and seller addresses specified in the escrow can interact with it.
What if I send to the wrong address?
Double-check all addresses before creating an escrow. Blockchain transactions are irreversible. If you specify the wrong counterparty address, only that address can interact with the funds. TBUSD Inc. cannot recover funds sent to wrong addresses.
Where can I get TBUSD?
TBUSD is available on tbusd.io. You can convert USDC to TBUSD or purchase directly through our fiat on-ramp partners.
Is this service audited?
The smart contracts use standard, well-tested patterns from OpenZeppelin. The code is open source and available for review. As with all smart contracts, use at your own risk and never escrow more than you can afford to lose.
What happens if a party dies or becomes permanently unavailable?
Heirs inherit wallet access and can complete escrow actions using the deceased party's wallet. For TimeRelease escrows, funds automatically release to the seller after the deadline - this provides built-in protection if the buyer becomes unavailable. For Mutual escrows, both parties must cooperate, making it the riskiest type if one party becomes unavailable. Consider using TimeRelease or single-party protected types for higher-value transactions where this is a concern.