How Spot Trading Fees Work
Spot trading involves two primary types of fees that every trader should understand:
- Maker Fees: Charged when your order isn’t immediately executed (e.g., limit orders) and adds liquidity to the order book.
- Taker Fees: Applied when your order executes instantly (e.g., market orders) by "taking" existing orders from the book.
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Fee Calculation Explained
Fees are deducted from the currency you receive. For example:
- Buying BTC with USDT → Fee in BTC.
- Selling BTC for USDT → Fee in USDT.
BTSE VIP Fee Discounts
Earn reduced fees based on your 30-day trading volume and BTSE token holdings:
| VIP Level | Maker Fee | Taker Fee | Required 30-Day Volume (USDT) | BTSE Tokens Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | 0.200% | 0.200% | None | 0 |
| VIP 1 | 0.185% | 0.190% | 100K (Spot) or 500K (Futures) | 100 |
| VIP 10 | 0.020% | 0.060% | 2B (Spot) or 5B (Futures) | 30,000 |
Key Notes:
- VIP levels update daily.
- Volume conversions use USDT equivalents.
- Promotions don’t stack; highest discount applies.
Market Maker Tiers & Rebates
BTSE offers specialized rates for liquidity providers:
| Tier | Maker Volume Requirement | Maker Fee | Taker Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| MM1 | ≥0.15% of exchange volume | 0.0200% | 0.0500% |
| MM4 | ≥3% of exchange volume | -0.0050%* | 0.0300% |
*Negative fees indicate rebates.
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FAQ Section
Q: How are fees deducted?
A: From the received currency (e.g., BTC fees when buying BTC).
Q: Can I combine VIP and promo discounts?
A: No—only the higher discount applies.
Q: What’s the minimum volume for VIP 1?
A: 100K USDT in spot trades or 500K in futures.
Final Tips
- Monitor your Account Profile for VIP status updates.
- Market makers can contact [[email protected]](https://support.btse.com/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection) for custom plans.
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