The Problem with Traditional Escrow
When two strangers transact online, trust is the biggest barrier:- Buyers worry about sending money and never receiving the goods
- Sellers worry about delivering work and never getting paid
- Traditional escrow services charge high fees and require you to trust a company
How Zenland Works
At its core, Zenland is simple:
- Funds are locked in a smart contract when the escrow is created
- Both parties work according to their agreement
- Funds are released when the work is complete — or a dispute is resolved
Key Features
100% On-Chain
All escrow logic lives on Ethereum. Every transaction is transparent and verifiable by anyone.
Non-Custodial
Zenland never holds your funds. They’re secured in smart contracts that only respond to the rules.
Dispute Resolution
Professional agents can intervene when parties disagree, providing fair and efficient resolution.
DAO Governed
The protocol is owned by its community. Token holders vote on fees, upgrades, and parameters.
Who Uses Zenland?
Zenland is perfect for:- Freelancers & Clients — Secure milestone-based payments
- NFT/Crypto OTC Trades — Safe peer-to-peer exchanges
- Service Providers — Get paid after delivering quality work
- High-Value Transactions — When you can’t afford to trust blindly
What Makes Us Different?
| Feature | Traditional Escrow | Zenland |
|---|---|---|
| Trust Model | Trust the company | Trust the code |
| Fees | 3-10% + hidden costs | 1% (max $50) |
| Availability | Business hours | 24/7/365 |
| Transparency | Opaque | Fully on-chain |
| Control | Company controls funds | Smart contract controls funds |
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