Getting started questions

Hey, welcome to the community. My first order took about two weeks from placing it to it landing in my mailbox, so I figured I'd share what I've learned along the way. Getting started can feel overwhelming, but once you know the basic flow it's pretty straightforward.

Step-by-step breakdown of how it usually goes: So honestly, first spend a few days reading recent reviews for vendors in your region. Look for comments about turnaround time (TAT), stealth, and ID quality. tbh, avoid the newest vendors until they have a solid track record. When you place your order, fill out the form carefully and double-check name, address, and date of birth – a typo means a useless ID. For payment, most vendors take crypto (usually Bitcoin or Monero). If you're new to crypto, use a simple wallet like Electrum or Cake Wallet, and never pay directly from an exchange. After payment you'll get a confirmation. Domestic shipping is generally 1–2 weeks, international can take 3–4 weeks or more. Mine came in at two weeks exactly, which is pretty average for domestic. When it arrives, check your mailbox daily – the package will be plain with no branding. Don't sign for anything – if it requires a signature, refuse it.

Key terms to know: TAT (turnaround time) is how long from order to shipped. Stealth is how well the package is hidden – basic stealth is fine for domestic, but international needs much better. A drop is an alternate address you control, like a rented mailbox or friend's place – a lot of people recommend using one for the first order. And PGP is encryption for sending sensitive info – not every vendor requires it, but it's best practice for your address and payment details.

Safety checklist (do this before ordering): Honestly, use a VPN – free ones can log you, so get a paid one or use Tor for browsing. Create a separate email for this with no ties to your real identity. Pay with crypto only – never use PayPal, Venmo, or credit cards. If the vendor offers PGP encryption, learn how to use it – it's not as hard as it sounds. And clean your house, meaning don't talk about the order on your regular social media or in public chats.

Common mistakes to avoid: Don't rush – ordering before checking recent reviews is the #1 way to get scammed. I waited almost a week reading before I pulled the trigger. Also, be careful about using your real name on the return address. Some vendors let you put a fake name as the sender – check their policy. For the recipient, many use a fake name that matches the ID you're ordering, but that can flag the mail system. I used my real name and it was fine, but some people swear by a fake. Avoid checking tracking obsessively – once it's shipped, forget about it. Checking every hour doesn't make it arrive faster and draws attention in your browser history. And don't order too early if you're under 21 planning to use the ID at a bar – order well in advance. A two-week TAT is optimistic; plan for a month.

That's pretty much it. The whole process is just research, careful ordering, crypto payment, and patience. If you have specific questions about PGP or stealth, just ask – plenty of people here are happy to walk you through it. Good luck!

Usually 2-3 weeks total. Production plus shipping