MiddleM Guide: How to Secure Peer-to-Peer Crypto Deals

Peer-to-peer crypto trading has always carried one major risk: who sends first? Whether you’re buying an NFT, hiring a freelancer or closing a private OTC deal, someone has to trust the other party. MiddleM eliminates this problem entirely.

What is MiddleM?

MiddleM is an automated crypto middleman system for peer-to-peer deals. Rather than trusting a stranger with sending payment first, both parties rely on MiddleM to hold funds and release them once the agreed conditions are met.

How it works:

1. Both parties agree on terms (crypto, amount, who sends/receives)
2. The sender deposits funds into a secure escrow address
3. Once the sender confirms the deal is complete, funds are released to the receiver
4. Optional warranty period protects against disputes

Key Features:
 — Non-custodial: Funds are held in cryptographically-secured escrow addresses, not a company wallet
 — No accounts required: Access your deal via a unique private URL
 — No KYC or auth: Complete anonymity for both parties
 — Multi-chain support: BTC, LTC, ETH, USDC, USDT (Ethereum & Solana)
 — Warranty protection: Optional holding periods from 3 days to 1 year
 — Real-time confirmations: Track blockchain confirmations live

Step 1: Create a New Ticket

Start your secure deal by creating a ticket on MiddleM.

Action: Visit middlem.com and click “Create a Ticket”. You’ll receive invite code to share with the other participant.

Step 2: Select Your Cryptocurrency

Both parties must agree on which cryptocurrency to use.

Action: Type your selection (e.g., “BTC” or “USDC”) and confirm with “correct”.

Step 3: Assign Roles

Every deal has two roles:

• Buying an item? Buyer = Sender, Seller = Receiver
• Hiring a freelancer? Client = Sender, Freelancer = Receiver

Warning: Selecting the wrong role may result in loss of funds. Double-check before confirming.

Step 4: Enter the Deal Amount

Specify the USD value of the deal.

Action: Enter the amount (e.g. “10000” for $10,000). Both parties must confirm by typing “correct”.

Step 5: Fund the Escrow

Once terms are confirmed, MiddleM generates a unique address.

Action: The Sender sends the exact crypto amount shown to the escrow address. Scan the QR code or copy the address and the amount.

Step 6: Wait for Confirmation

MiddleM tracks blockchain confirmations in real-time.

Action: Wait for the required confirmations. You’ll see a live counter (e.g. “3/6 confirmations”).

Step 7: Complete the Deal

When the sender is satisfied (item received, service delivered), they release the funds.

Action: The Sender types “complete”. The Receiver provides their wallet address and confirms it.

Step 8: Receive Payout

Funds are automatically sent to the receiver’s wallet.

Action: Track the payout using the explorer link provided.

Known Scams to Avoid

1. Fake Websites

Scammers create cloned sites that look identical to MiddleM.

Prevention:
 — Always verify you’re on middlem.com
 — Bookmark the official site
 — Check for HTTPS

2. Fake Support

Scammers pretend to be MiddleM support and DM you first.

Prevention:
 — MiddleM support will NEVER DM you first
 — Official support only through t.me/middlem
 — Never share your ticket URL or Support Code

3. Reverse Role Scam

Scammer tricks you into selecting the wrong role.

Prevention:
 — Buyer (paying crypto) = Sender
 — Seller (receiving crypto) = Receiver
 — Double-check before confirming

4. Lying About Payment

Buyer claims they’ve paid when they haven’t.

Prevention:
 — Only proceed when the system confirms payment
 — Never trust screenshots or verbal confirmations
 — Wait for the “Funds Confirmed” message

Ready to secure your next deal? Visit middlem.com

Disclaimer: Cryptocurrency transactions are irreversible. This guide is informational only. Always verify counterparty legitimacy and use appropriate warranty periods.

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