🤖Using the dApp

Interact with Escrows Seamlessly

Introduction

The Trustless Work Dapp is the visual interface for interacting with the Trustless Work Escrow API. It serves as a back-office for the escrow lifecycle, allowing users, developers, and platforms to: ✅ Deploy an escrow ✅ Sign transactions ✅ Approve milestones ✅ Release funds ✅ Resolve disputes

This tutorial will guide you through the full escrow lifecycle using the Dapp UI, breaking it into structured phases for clarity.

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1. Getting Started

Before using the Dapp, ensure you have the necessary prerequisites:

1.1. Stellar Wallet Setup

To log in, you must connect a Stellar-compatible wallet. Read more in the Stellar wallets section.

1.2. Getting Testnet Tokens

The Dapp currently operates on Stellar Testnet, so you’ll need:

• XLM (for transaction fees)

• USDC (to test escrow functionality)

Learn more at. Get Testnet Tokens

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2. Full Escrow Lifecycle in the Dapp

Core Phases of the Escrow Lifecycle

This section walks through the structured process of managing a transaction using the Dapp.

2.1. Initiation Phase

📌 Goal: Define the escrow agreement and configure its parameters.

• Select parties involved (payer, receiver, approver, etc.).

• Set milestones and funding conditions.

• Deploy the smart escrow contract.

➡️ Step-by-step guide for Initiation

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2.2. Funding Phase

📌 Goal: Deposit funds into the escrow, securing the transaction.

• The payer deposits funds (USDC/XLM).

• The escrow status updates to reflect the deposit.

• The contract balance is displayed in the UI.

➡️ Step-by-step guide for Funding

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2.3. Milestone Updates Phase

📌 Goal: Track progress and mark work as completed.

• The service provider updates milestone completion.

• Status changes to "Pending Approval".

➡️ Step-by-step guide for Milestone Updates

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2.4. Approval Phase

📌 Goal: Approve or dispute completed milestones.

• The payer or designated approver reviews milestone progress.

• If approved, funds move to pending release.

• If disputed, the transaction enters the Dispute Resolution Phase.

➡️ Step-by-step guide for Approvals

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2.5. Release Phase

📌 Goal: Finalize the escrow transaction by releasing funds.

• Upon milestone approval, funds are automatically released to the service provider.

• The escrow status updates to "Completed."

• The transaction is finalized.

➡️ Step-by-step guide for Releasing Funds

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3. Alternative Phases (Special Cases)

Some transactions require additional steps:

3.1. Dispute Resolution Phase

📌 Goal: Resolve conflicts when a milestone is disputed.

• The dispute resolver evaluates the case.

• Adjustments are made based on the ruling.

• Funds are either released, partially released, or refunded.

➡️ Step-by-step guide for Dispute Resolution

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4. Additional Resources

📖 Guides & Tutorials

• How to Set Up a Stellar Wallet

• How to Get Testnet Tokens

• Understanding Escrow Roles

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Next Steps

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