Key Features
AstaVerse combines blockchain technology, decentralized storage, and smart contract automation to create a secure, transparent auction marketplace. Here's what sets us apart.
Smart Contract Escrow
How It Works
All funds are held in decentralized smart contracts until auction conditions are met. No human intervention, no payment processors, no trust required.
Benefits
Seller Protection: Funds can't be withdrawn until delivery deadline expires
Buyer Protection: Funds held until you confirm delivery or the approved days pass
Automated Release: Smart contracts release payments automatically
Dispute Safety: Funds freeze during disputes until admin review
Learn more about escrow →
Instant NFT Minting
Image Auctions Get NFTs
When an Image Auction ends, the winner automatically receives:
NFT Certificate - Blockchain proof of ownership
Full Resolution Access - Instant unlock of high-quality files
Metadata - Auction details embedded on-chain
Permanent Record - Verifiable on blockchain explorers
Why NFTs?
Proves authenticity and ownership
Can be resold on NFT marketplaces
Immutable ownership history
Shows in your wallet alongside other NFTs
View NFT features →
Encrypted Chat System
Real-Time Communication
Built-in messaging between buyers and sellers with:
End-to-End Encryption - Private conversations
File Attachments - Send photos, documents, videos (up to 5MB)
Real-Time Notifications - Never miss a message
Dispute Evidence - Chat logs available for admin review
Use Cases
Sellers share delivery tracking
Buyers ask questions before bidding
Both parties provide evidence during disputes
Coordinate pickup/delivery details
Buyer Protection
Your Security is Guaranteed
AstaVerse provides industry-leading buyer protection with smart contract escrow, dispute resolution, and seller-defined delivery windows.
Flexible Escrow Timeline for Physical Auctions
Customizable Protection Window
What This Means
For Buyers
Flexible verification period - timeframe set by seller based on shipping needs
Video evidence support - upload proof if item doesn't match description
No risk - funds stay in escrow until you're satisfied
Dispute protection - file complaints with evidence anytime during delivery window
One-click confirmation - release funds early if satisfied
Automatic refunds - win disputes and get money back instantly
Clear expectations - delivery timeframe shown upfront before bidding
For Sellers
Set your own timeline - choose delivery window that matches shipping method
International shipping support - longer windows for overseas delivery
Automatic release - get paid when delivery window ends (if no dispute)
Fair disputes - defend yourself with delivery proof and chat
Track delivery status in your seller dashboard
Early release option - buyers can confirm and pay you immediately
Reputation building - successful deliveries boost your seller rating
Flexible options - 3 days for local, 30+ days for international
For Everyone
Automatic resolution prevents stalemates
No manual intervention needed for smooth transactions
Transparent process - track escrow status in real-time
Smart contract enforcement - no human errors or bias
Emergency withdrawals - timelock protection if platform shuts down
Global compatibility - accommodates all shipping speeds
Seller transparency - delivery window visible before bidding
Delivery Window Examples
Local Pickup
3 days
Same-city meetup
Domestic Express
7 days
Fast national shipping
Standard Shipping
14 days
Regular national delivery
International
30+ days
Cross-border shipments
Custom Items
45-60 days
Made-to-order products
Dispute Resolution Process
If Something Goes Wrong:
File Dispute - Click "Open Dispute" in your dashboard
Live Chat - Communicate with seller in real-time
Upload Evidence - Add photos/videos of the issue
Admin Review - Our team examines all evidence
Fair Resolution - Funds released to winning party
Case Tracking - Monitor status in dispute panel
Evidence Accepted:
Photos of item condition
Video unboxing footage
Shipping tracking numbers
Chat conversation history
Product descriptions vs. reality
Additional Protection Features
Smart Contract Safeguards
Funds locked until conditions met
Timelock protection for emergency scenarios
No seller access to escrow before confirmation
Automatic refunds for cancelled/disputed auctions
Dual Currency Support
Pay Your Way
ETH
Universal acceptance Recognized everywhere Hold value in ETH
Global users, investors
TBASE
Platform token Same fees, different currency Easy conversion
Active platform users
Flexible Payments
Choose your preferred currency when creating auctions
Bidders pay in the currency you selected
Both currencies have identical fee structures
Switch between currencies for different auctions
Emergency Mode Protection
User-First Safety Feature
In case of critical platform issues, admins can activate Emergency Mode:
What Happens
All auctions pause - No new bids or auctions
7-day countdown starts - Users get time to withdraw
Withdrawals enabled - Get your pending funds and proceeds
Admin wait period - Admins can't touch funds for 7 days
Why This Matters
Platform shutdown protection - Get your money even if we disappear
No rug pulls - Admins can't instantly drain funds
User priority - You always withdraw first
Peace of mind - Your funds are never truly locked
Emergency mode details →
IPFS Decentralized Storage
Permanent, Censorship-Resistant Storage
All auction content is stored on IPFS (InterPlanetary File System):
What is IPFS?
Decentralized Network - Not stored on our servers
Content Addressing - Files identified by their hash
Permanent Storage - Files can't be deleted or modified
Censorship Resistant - No single point of failure
Your Content is Safe
Fair Dispute Resolution
Independent Admin Review
If buyers and sellers disagree:
Buyer Opens Dispute - Funds freeze in escrow
Both Parties Submit Evidence - Chat logs, photos, documents
Admin Reviews - Neutral third-party examination
Decision Made - Funds released to rightful party
On-Chain Record - All actions logged on blockchain
Transparency Guaranteed
All dispute actions recorded on-chain
Chat history preserved as evidence
Decisions based on facts, not opinions
Appeals process available
Three Specialized Auction Types
Each auction type is optimized for different use cases:
Image Auctions
Instant settlement - No escrow delay
NFT certificate - Blockchain ownership proof
Full resolution unlock - Winners get original files
Best for: Digital art, photography, graphics
Digital Auctions
Escrow protection - 7-day buyer window
File delivery - Secure download links
Dispute support - Admin mediation available
Best for: eBooks, software, documents, templates
Physical Auctions
Video verification - Sellers provide video proof
Shipping tracking - Share delivery updates via chat
Extended escrow - Full week for item arrival
Best for: Collectibles, merchandise, real-world items
Upgradeable Smart Contracts
Future-Proof Architecture
Our contracts use the UUPS Proxy Pattern:
What This Means
Bug fixes possible - Security patches without redeployment
Feature updates - New functionality added over time
Data preservation - Your auctions/bids remain intact
Admin-only upgrades - Community-approved changes
Recent Upgrade (V2)
Added 5% success fee system
Added emergency mode protection
Added dual currency support (ETH + TBASE)
Enhanced user withdrawal safety
Real-Time Updates
Live Platform Activity
Live Countdown Timers - See exactly when auctions end
Instant Bid Updates - Know immediately when outbid
Smart Notifications - Get alerts for important events
Auto-Refresh - Dashboard updates without page reload
Multi-Platform Access
Use AstaVerse Anywhere
Web App - Full desktop experience
Mobile Responsive - Works on any device
Wallet Integration - MetaMask, Rabby Wallet, WalletConnect, Coinbase Wallet
Always Online - 24/7 availability
Low, Transparent Fees
No Surprises
Platform Fee
0.0006-0.0013 ETH
At auction creation
Success Fee
5% of winning bid
Only if auction sells
Gas Fees
Network-dependent
Per blockchain transaction
That's it. No listing fees, no hidden charges, no monthly subscriptions.
Complete fee breakdown →
Blockchain Transparency
Verifiable Everything
Every action on AstaVerse is recorded on the blockchain:
Auction creation timestamp
All bids and bidders
Winner determination
Fund transfers
Dispute outcomes
NFT minting events
View it yourself on BaseScan Explorer
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