> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://mintlify.com/p2pdotme/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# P2P Foundation Documentation

> Decentralized peer-to-peer protocol for privacy-preserving fiat-to-crypto on/off-ramps

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        Privacy-First Peer-to-Peer Trading
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        Non-custodial fiat-to-crypto on/off-ramps powered by zero-knowledge proofs and proof-of-credibility reputation. Trade securely without compromising your privacy.
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          Get Started
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          Read Whitepaper
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    Get started with P2P Protocol in three simple steps
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  <Steps>
    <Step title="Choose your role">
      Explore documentation tailored to your needs — whether you're an investor, builder, merchant, user, or community member.

      Visit the [Introduction](/introduction) page to understand the protocol fundamentals.
    </Step>

    <Step title="Understand the protocol">
      Read the [Whitepaper](/whitepaper/abstract) to learn about our zero-knowledge proof implementation, proof-of-credibility system, and on-chain dispute resolution.

      <Note>
        P2P Protocol is currently deployed on Base network with Solana support coming within six months.
      </Note>
    </Step>

    <Step title="Start participating">
      Set up your account and begin trading. See role-specific guides:

      * **Users**: [How to Place an Order](/users/how-to-place-order)
      * **Merchants**: [Merchant Setup Flow](/merchants/setup-flow)
      * **Builders**: [Contract References](/builders/contract-references)
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  <h2 className="text-3xl font-bold text-gray-900 dark:text-white mb-4">Explore by Role</h2>

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    Find documentation designed for your specific use case
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    <Card title="For Investors" icon="chart-line" href="/investors/start-here">
      Token economics, governance model, staking mechanics, and investment thesis
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    <Card title="For Builders" icon="code" href="/builders/start-here">
      Technical documentation, smart contract references, and protocol parameters
    </Card>

    <Card title="For Merchants" icon="store" href="/merchants/start-here">
      Setup guides, order handling, circles of trust, and operational best practices
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    <Card title="For Users" icon="user" href="/users/start-here">
      Trading guides, order types, payment flows, and dispute resolution
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    <Card title="Community" icon="users" href="/community/start-here">
      Cypherpunk manifesto, contribution tracks, governance, and community structure
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    <Card title="Whitepaper" icon="file-lines" href="/whitepaper/abstract">
      Complete technical specification of the P2P Protocol
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    What makes P2P Protocol different
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      Privacy-preserving identity verification using zero-knowledge proofs — trade without exposing your personal information
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    <Card title="Proof-of-Credibility" icon="badge-check">
      Reputation-based matching system that connects you with trusted merchants based on on-chain history
    </Card>

    <Card title="Non-Custodial" icon="lock-open">
      No platform custody — your funds remain in your control throughout the entire trading process
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      Transparent dispute resolution with on-chain admin settlement instead of centralized intermediaries
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  <h2 className="text-3xl font-bold text-gray-900 dark:text-white mb-4">Resources</h2>

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    Additional resources and community links
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    <Card title="Discord Community" icon="discord" href="https://discord.gg/p2pfoundation">
      Join our Discord server to connect with the community and get support
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    <Card title="Telegram" icon="telegram" href="https://t.me/P2Pdotme">
      Stay updated with announcements and discussions on Telegram
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    <Card title="GitHub" icon="github" href="https://github.com/p2pdotme/docs">
      Contribute to the protocol and documentation on GitHub
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    <Card title="X (Twitter)" icon="x-twitter" href="https://x.com/p2pdotfound">
      Follow us on X for the latest updates and news
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      Ready to get started?
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      Dive into our quickstart guide to begin trading on the P2P Protocol, or explore the whitepaper to understand the technical architecture.
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        Start Trading
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        Learn More
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