Question in title. I've seen similar questions asked but not completely answered. Hopefully this thread can set a precedent for future buyers.
Asking because buying generics or research chemicals from the clearnet often mean sacrificing potency and/or purity. Plus, DNMs get you the goods in a few days, where the clearnet can take weeks. I'm buying strictly for personal use and have no intention of reselling or buying anything illegal or possibly stolen ever (don't like drugs or drinking and have a nice career outlook; just want some Cialis so I can have great long-lasting fun!).
BUT, I've heard buying from a market is inherently illegal, and I gather there's no such thing as too careful when it comes to this stuff.
SO...
- How anonymous do I need to be? I'm using Tor, but without Tails (I'm on a Mac computer). I've been very careful to keep my browsing habits very tidy.
- Will buying off the market (read: directly) alleviate some legal concerns since there's no commission to be paid? (Btw I'd very much like to buy from u/GrandWizardsLair, I hear he's got the best quality and very helpful to new people like me, I'd love to deal with someone that reputable).
- I'm living with other people currently. They don't read my mail but they also aren't generally cool. PO Box or not?
- Obviously I plan on using PGP (I've only browsed thus far). What else should I do?
- Is there anything else I (or future buyers of legal, non-stolen things) should consider?
edit clarified a point
The only legal way to buy prescription medicine is to see a doctor, get a prescription, and fill it at a pharmacy.
It's also the only way you can have any assurance you aren't buying counterfeit crap, or fucked up dosages.