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Elective professional client status FAQ
The decision to request elective professional client status is yours.Can I change back to retail client status later? Yes. If you no longer want to be classified as an elective professional client, you can contact our OKX Assistant in writing and request to return to retail client classification.What do I need before requesting elective professional client status?Published on Sep 8, 2026Updated on Sep 8, 2026Who can access X-Perps?
Customer support can't complete these steps for you or skip them.Is the appropriateness assessment the same for retail and professional users? Yes. Both retail and professional users complete the same assessment. The classification may affect certain regulatory protections, but the X-Perps product offering is identical for both.Do I need to complete KYC before the appropriateness assessment? Yes.Published on Apr 15, 2026Updated on Sep 4, 20263How do I use a physical security key to protect my account?
When purchasing a physical security key, ensure you choose reputable brands like YubiKey or Ledger from trusted retailers. These devices are designed to offer high security without relying on cloud synchronization and are compatible with OKX's authentication systems. If you'd like to learn how to set up and use your physical security key after purchase, please refer to the official website of the retailer or manufacturer for detailed instructions.Published on Jan 10, 2025Updated on Aug 25, 202622,448TradFi X-Perps Introduction FAQ
X-Perps support 24/7 trading, long and short positions, and leverage of up to 10x for EEA retail users (as of 9 June 2026). This allows users to rotate capital between crypto and TradFi-linked markets from one platform. X-Perps carry risks including funding fees, liquidation risk, and potential price divergence outside traditional market hours.Is there a minimum amount needed to start trading X-Perps? The minimum lot size for all OKX X-Perps contracts is 0.01 contracts.Published on Jun 9, 2026Updated on Aug 13, 2026What are X-Perps (Expiry Perps)?
You can be classified as either Retail or Professional — the product offering is identical for both groups. If you don't pass the assessment, you'll need to wait a period of time before you can retake it. Unlock X-Perps now.What are the available markets for accessing X-Perps? Available in 10+ markets. Please check eligibility in the OKX app. Important note: X-Perps availability, features, and eligibility can vary by region and account status.Published on Apr 15, 2026Updated on Sep 4, 20263How do I buy crypto and earn rewards?
You must be an identity-verified retail user residing in eligible countries within the EEA. The eligible countries are: Netherlands, Germany, France and Poland. 6. When will I get my BTC reward? Your rewards will appear in your account shortly after you earn them, but they are "locked" for 60 days. After this 60-day period, you are free to trade or withdraw your rewards.7. I opted-in and made a purchase, but I still don't have my rewards. What should I do?Published on Feb 19, 2026Updated on Aug 5, 20263What's JIT Routing?
It's on by default and finds the best price for you on every swap. When it's active for your trade, look for the "JIT Routing" tag in the top-right corner of the provider card. OKX DEX Swap page with JIT Routing tag on provider cardFAQIs JIT Routing safe? Yes. The logic runs inside audited smart contracts. The trade only settles if it satisfies the user's minimum-received condition.Published on Jun 12, 2026Updated on Aug 5, 202630What's a limit order?
For a buy order, if that estimated price is higher than the best available sell price × 1.05, the order is fully cancelled. For a sell order, the same happens if the estimated price is lower than the best available buy price × 0.95. Nothing is filled, and no fee is charged. This protects you from filling a long way from the current market when the order book is thin or the price moves suddenly.Published on Aug 22, 2023Updated on Sep 9, 2026180How do I trade with different order types?
If your buy price is equal to or higher than the current best ask price, the order may immediately match existing sell orders. A sell Limit Order specifies the lowest price you are willing to accept. If your sell price is equal to or lower than the current best bid price, the order may also be filled immediately.Published on Sep 9, 2026Updated on Sep 9, 20261Buy crypto with rewards terms and conditions
Eligibility Requirements To participate, you must be at least 18 years old and meet the following criteria: Verification Status: You must be a KYC-verified retail user residing in eligible countries within the EEA. The eligible countries are: Netherlands, Germany, France and Poland. Platform Restriction: Participation is limited to the Mobile App only; web-based transactions do not qualify.Published on Feb 19, 2026Updated on Aug 5, 2026OKX DEX User Guide (Web)
Users can set the slippage tolerance and execute market swaps at the best available price. Advanced trading mode Advanced trading mode supports in-depth market data analysis and advanced trading settings, enabling users to perform more complex trading operations. Bridge mode Bridge mode allows users to transfer assets across different blockchain networks and supports asset exchanges across multiple public blockchains.Published on Aug 25, 2023Updated on Sep 21, 20261,029OKX x McLaren NFT Sweepstakes Terms & Conditions
The total approximate retail value of all prizes available is $74,070. General Conditions: In the event that the operation, security, or administration of the Sweepstakes is impaired in any way, OKX may, in its sole discretion, either: (a) suspend the Sweepstakes to address the impairment and then resume the Sweepstakes; or (b) award the prizes at random from among the eligible entries received up to the time of the impairment.Published on Apr 25, 2024Updated on Aug 26, 2026608What is OKX DEX Aggregator+?
Multiple professional solvers — including OKX's in-house Solver and third-party solvers — receive your intent and compete in a batch auction to offer you the best execution price. Best price wins. The Solver with the best price wins the auction and executes your trade on-chain through a secure settlement contract. Trade settled. The winning Solver submits the transaction to the blockchain, and you receive your swapped tokens.Published on Apr 20, 2026Updated on Sep 2, 2026289What's the risk and runtime for Smart Picks?
It helps you discover the best strategy from three different styles and lets you apply it to any of the top three major tokens in one click. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced trader, Smart Picks organizes these strategies into simple categories to make trading more accessible. We categorize the strategies into Swing Grid Bots, HODL Grid Bots, and Grid Sniper Bots, each showing key details like risk levels and typical runtime.Published on Sep 26, 2024Updated on Sep 8, 2026291OKX listing mechanism
Can the best bid price be higher than the best ask price during the pre-open period? Yes. During the pre-open period, orders are collected but not executed. As a result, the displayed best bid price may be higher than the best ask price. Orders are matched only after official trading begins and according to normal trading rules.Published on Apr 27, 2018Updated on Aug 5, 20267,536