Eskrow – Secure Escrow Platform

✨ Key Features

• Secure Escrow Engine: automatic fund holding until project confirmation or milestone delivery.
• Multi-Party Transactions: buyer, seller, and admin roles with real-time status updates.
• Milestone Payments: split contracts into multiple payout stages with release control.
• Dispute Management: built-in resolution center with evidence submission and admin decisions.
• Payment Gateways: supports Stripe, PayPal, Razorpay, Flutterwave, and manual transfers.
• Wallet System: users can deposit, withdraw, and transfer internal balances securely.
• Transaction Fees: configurable commissions for both buyer and seller sides.
• Admin Panel: monitor all transactions, disputes, KYC verifications, and fees in one dashboard.
• Automated Notifications: email and in-app alerts for deposits, releases, disputes, and resolutions.
• Audit & Compliance: detailed activity logs, IP tracking, and transaction history export.
• Multi-Currency & Localization: supports multiple currencies and RTL languages.
• Mobile-Friendly Interface: responsive design for both users and admins.
• Role-Based Access: Admin, Staff, and End-User levels with granular permissions.
• API Integration: REST API endpoints for custom platform or marketplace connections.
• Security: CSRF protection, encrypted storage, and strong validation for payment data.

⚙️ Technical Stack

• Backend: PHP 8.1+ with Laravel Framework (v9+).
• Frontend: Blade templates or Vue.js interface, styled with Tailwind CSS.
• Database: MySQL or MariaDB (8.0+).
• Payment Gateways: Stripe, PayPal, Razorpay, and optional custom APIs.
• Server Requirements: PHP 8.1+, MySQL 8+, Nginx/Apache, Composer, Node.js (for builds), and HTTPS/SSL.
• Optional Integrations: Redis (caching/queue), Mail (SMTP), cron jobs for recurring payments.

Technical insight: Eskrow’s architecture follows Laravel’s service-repository pattern, ensuring scalability and secure transaction handling for both manual and automated payment flows.

🧩 Installation Guide (Quick Start)

1. Server Setup: Install PHP 8.2+, MySQL 8+, Composer, and Node.js on your VPS or local environment.
2. Upload Files: Extract the Eskrow package and upload to your web root.
3. Database Configuration: Create a new MySQL database and update .env with your DB details.
4. Install Dependencies: Run composer install and npm install && npm run build.
5. Initialize: Run php artisan key:generate and php artisan migrate --seed.
6. Set Up Payment Keys: Configure your preferred payment gateways in .env.
7. Access Admin Panel: Log in with seeded admin credentials and set up your fees, currencies, and roles.

Tip: Always enable HTTPS and regularly back up your database before running migrations or updates.

📦 Deliverables

• Full Eskrow source code (backend + frontend).
• SQL database and migration files.
• Installation & usage documentation.
• License file (GPL) and example .env.
• Seeded admin credentials for initial login.

📱 Supported Platforms

• Web: Fully responsive web app for desktop and mobile browsers.
• Server OS: Compatible with Linux (Ubuntu/Debian/CentOS), macOS, and Windows Server.
• Mobile: Responsive and PWA-ready interface for iOS and Android browsers.

🧠 Notes

• License: Distributed under the GPL. Users can modify and self-host the software under GPL terms.
• Customization Tips: add extra payment gateways, rebrand themes, or integrate with existing marketplaces.
• SEO Optimization: meta tags, structured data, and semantic headings improve discoverability for “escrow system” and “secure payment” keywords.
• Security Advice: enforce HTTPS, use PCI-compliant gateways, and monitor logs for suspicious activity.

👨‍💻 Original Developer Credit

Created by the original author and distributed commercially on
CodeCanyon.
All rights, trademarks, and intellectual property remain with the upstream developer.

🔒 Disclaimer

GPL Redistribution Notice: This version of Eskrow – Secure Escrow Platform is released under the GNU General Public License.
It is provided for educational and self-hosting purposes only.
We are not affiliated with or endorsed by the original developer.
No warranties, updates, or official support are included.
For commercial licensing, updates, and technical support, please purchase directly from the original marketplace listing.