> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://novacont.gitbook.io/nova-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://novacont.gitbook.io/nova-docs/readme.md).

# NovaCont Documentation

NovaCont is a smart contract-based escrow protocol that enables secure, trustless agreements between two parties. Users lock funds on-chain, define clear terms, and execute transactions based on predefined conditions. Without relying on any intermediary.

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Payments are released only when agreed conditions are met. Built-in timeout mechanisms ensure that funds never remain locked indefinitely, even if one party becomes unresponsive.

When disputes arise, NovaCont provides a structured resolution process powered by **NovaJury**, a decentralized arbitration system where economically incentivized jurors review evidence and vote on outcomes, eliminating dependence on a single centralized authority.

NovaCont is deployed on **Base**, an Ethereum Layer 2 network, providing fast and low-cost transactions without compromising security or decentralization.

### Jump right in

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="image">Cover image</th><th data-hidden></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><h4><i class="fa-bolt">:bolt:</i></h4></td><td><strong>What is NovaCont?</strong></td><td>Discover our dual-contract architecture, non-custodial security model, and our core Web3 vision.</td><td><a href="/files/nNgMeYygK9cz0iFQ3G02">/files/nNgMeYygK9cz0iFQ3G02</a></td><td></td><td><a href="/pages/7FvWQMF0kTK7HGhlQfmo">/pages/7FvWQMF0kTK7HGhlQfmo</a></td></tr><tr><td><h4><i class="fa-leaf" style="color:$info;">:leaf:</i></h4></td><td><strong>User Guide</strong></td><td>Learn how to create agreements, lock funds, submit deliverables, and manage the 7-day review process.</td><td><a href="/files/hrKsDBfdDMtatEWVIRBX">/files/hrKsDBfdDMtatEWVIRBX</a></td><td></td><td><a href="/pages/i73g4LZQanoLj7XtSO18">/pages/i73g4LZQanoLj7XtSO18</a></td></tr><tr><td><h4><i class="fa-scale-balanced">:scale-balanced:</i></h4></td><td><strong>Decentralized Jury System</strong></td><td>Explore the NovaJury protocol, USDT staking requirements, and how to earn dispute fees by voting fairly.</td><td><a href="/files/s6UBOMuLFtMAyemzQZsH">/files/s6UBOMuLFtMAyemzQZsH</a></td><td></td><td><a href="/pages/2egq4XrZtOBxeLQm3tQw">/pages/2egq4XrZtOBxeLQm3tQw</a></td></tr><tr><td><h4><i class="fa-shield">:shield:</i></h4></td><td><strong>Security &#x26; Developers</strong></td><td>Dive into our technical specs, Sepolia smart contract addresses, dynamic deposit logic, and reentrancy protections.</td><td><a href="/files/aTNFwHut4weoVLa6BaiH">/files/aTNFwHut4weoVLa6BaiH</a></td><td></td><td><a href="/pages/7AuC8SdHfwhaQKjAY7tA">/pages/7AuC8SdHfwhaQKjAY7tA</a></td></tr></tbody></table>