Sellers can use their own non-custodial wallets to post arbitration bonds. Buyers can also use their own non-custodial wallets to buy Monero, providing greater control and eliminating the need for platform-held funds.
Strict no-KYC policy
Our service adheres to a strict no-KYC policy, meaning that users are not required to undergo any KYC procedures to access and use its features.
Open source code
Our source code is publicly accessible and licensed under an open-source model, ensuring transparency and allowing the community to inspect our service. View git
No personal information needed
We are committed to ensuring your privacy and anonymity. Our service lets you create an account without having to provide any personal information such as name, address, or identification documents.
We don't collect IP addresses, fingerprints or other tracking data. Our service prioritizes your privacy and does not employ any trackers like Google Analytics or Cloudflare, which can compromise your personal data and online behavior.
No JavaScript needed
Our service is designed to be accessible and functional without requiring JavaScript. This is more secure because JavaScript can be used to fingerprint users and track their online behavior. Switch to no-js version
No registration needed
Users can buy Monero without the need to create an account, allowing for a quicker and more convenient experience while also providing increased privacy and anonymity.
Peer to peer trading
Openmonero is a peer-to-peer trading platform that connects buyers and sellers directly, allowing users to exchange cryptocurrencies independently, eliminating the need for traditional middlemen or third-party brokers.
Session bot available
For secure trade notifications, we suggest using Session, which offers a safe and private way to communicate (E2EE + onion routing). You can also use email and Nostr as backup options to receive notifications.
Escrow available
For every transaction, OpenMonero requires the seller to post an arbitration bond to protect the buyer of Monero - so you can trade with peace of mind.
Sponsored ads
Our sponsored ad program offers vendors a 50% discount on fees and ensures prominent placement at the top of our website. Sponsored ads are expected to have reliable service.
Import reputation
Boost your reputation and increase your chances of getting more trades by importing your trading history from platforms like Localmonero, Paxful or other P2P sites.
If you are concerned about the invasion of privacy - the best cryptocurrency to invest in is XMR. Monero is an untraceable coin developed with privacy by design in mind. Where to buy Monero? OpenMonero is the biggest, most trusted and well-established P2P Monero trading platform in the XMR community. We have no KYC checks - you can simply buy Monero anonymously without ID verification with PayPal, credit card, gift card, cash by mail or convert bitcoin to Monero - our platform supports any payment method.
Sell Monero to people worldwide or locally - support the community and make money with cryptocurrency.
OpenMonero is the best place to sell XMR - whether it's your mining rewards, Monero price arbitrage, or you simply see the value in servicing the community. The arbitration bond protection system and our secure Monero arbitration bond wallet provide you with a robust XMR trading experience - so you can convert XMR to USD, EUR, AUD, GBP or any other local currency with peace of mind.
Latest News
No more Cloudflare to avoid middleman attacks
2026-03-27 12:00 UTC
Since Cloudflare may cooperate with law enforcement, we decided it’s safer to get rid of it and keep your info more secure. This means no more middlemen who might peek at your online activities.
Refund process completed!
2025-10-01 12:00 UTC
We've refunded all victims of the June 6 security breach! We appreciate your patience and trust in us. Our team has worked tirelessly to ensure your funds are secure. We're committed to transparency and security, and we're taking steps to prevent future incidents.
OpenMonero now has a no-JavaScript version!
2025-01-28 14:00 UTC
After a titanic amount of work completely recreating the site from scratch we are proud to announce that our beautiful and almost functionally equivalent no-JavaScript version of the site is finally released.
Buyers no longer need to register
2024-01-03 14:00 UTC
Experience complete privacy with our new update. Request trades and receive in-app notifications without ever creating an account. This means no email addresses, passwords, usernames, session IDs, or Nostr public keys are collected, eliminating a significant risk of data breaches. Advanced buyers will appreciate the enhanced privacy and the absence of public profiles. Your trading activity remains entirely yours.
Self-hosting with docker
2024-11-25 03:00 UTC
The README has been carefully updated to include some slick Docker instructions to make it easier for you to self-host and share the frontend application. Now, you can run it on your own terms, like a true cyberpunk rebel! Learn More
New self-custodial trade settlement option for sellers
2024-11-24 23:38 UTC
If you are primarily engaging in high-value trades, it's advisable to fully withdraw your funds from the OpenMonero internal wallet and use your external self-custodial wallet to post arbitration bonds. This update strengthens the platform's security infrastructure, positioning OpenMonero.co as the most secure peer-to-peer Monero trading platform.
OpenMonero is the REAL domain for a new LocalMonero group
2024-10-01 23:00 UTC
Welcome to OpenMonero.co, our effort to revive the classic LocalMonero frontend for fans of LocalMonero. We built OpenMonero.co to bring back the old Localmonero user experience and its content for all the fans out there. If you're still a LocalMonero fan, OpenMonero is the place to be. Learn More
Import reputation from LocalMonero.co
2024-07-27 12:00 UTC
If you have an account on LocalMonero.co and you'd like to import the reputation you have worked for while trading on these platforms, you can now do so! To do it, simply sign up with the username that you want to import. Your LocalMonero.co trades will be added to your total trade count, and your other stats will be displayed on your user page. Learn More
This project was inspired by Agoradesk.com (agoradesk-app-foss).
While the codebase has been entirely rewritten, certain text elements and CSS styles were adapted from the original work. We appreciate the contributions of the original authors and the open-source community that made this project possible.