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How do I identify OKX official accounts?
You can refer to the How do I verify OKX accounts section to learn more about how to verify the link.YouTube Go to the YouTube page, copy the page link. Open YouTube channels and copy the YouTube link that you want to verify Go to our channel verification to verify the page link. You can refer to the How do I verify OKX accounts section to learn more about how to verify the link. Note: you can also use YouTube username to verify.LinkedIn Go to the LinkedIn page, copy the page link.Published on 11 Aug 2023Updated on 17 Apr 20265,369How can I do derivatives trading with the Jupyter Notebook?
In long/short mode, Long and short positions of a certain contract will be independent from each other and need to be closed separately. When you place orders via Place order, the request parameter posSide is mandatory. Valid values are long or short.Published on 28 Sept 2023Updated on 12 Feb 2026197How do I trade perpetual futures on OKX?
After entering order details, you can select Buy (Long) to enter a long contract (i.e., to buy BTC) or select Sell (Short) if you'd like to open a short position (i.e., to sell BTC). For example, you can set up a limit order of 44,120 USDT and open a long position for “BTCUSDT Perp” with your desired BTC amount. (Optional) Set up the order with TP/SL: before you select Buy (Long) or Sell (Short), you can also select either Take profit or Stop loss.Published on 25 Mar 2024Updated on 20 Apr 2026130How do I adjust leverage levels?
Shorting opportunities: leverage enables short selling, allowing traders to potentially profit from falling markets.How do I adjust the leverage level for a specific trade?Published on 2 Aug 2024Updated on 20 Apr 202662Know Your Business (KYB) FAQ
KYB, short for "Know Your Business," is the process of verifying the identities of our institutional customers and any associated individuals with ownership or control, as well as understanding the nature and purpose of your institution’s relationship with OKX.Why does OKX conduct KYB? OKX is required to conduct KYB in accordance with financial crime regulations.Published on 29 Jan 2025Updated on 27 Sept 202530Why can’t I see or use my crypto balance?
Learn more here.I see a balance mismatch due to settlement delay Why does this happen: In rare cases (such as system upgrades or heavy market activity), there may be a short delay before balances are updated across accounts. What to do: Refresh your Assets page after a few minutes. If the issue persists beyond 1–2 hours, contact our Support team via OK Assistant at the Support Center.What are the basic steps I need to complete?Published on 14 Oct 2025Updated on 19 Apr 20266How do I use the custom interval feature?
Enhance decision-making: gain better insights into short-term or long-term market trends that might not be visible in standard intervals. Adapt to various market conditions: adjust intervals dynamically based on market volatility and trading goals. By using the Custom interval feature, traders can refine their market analysis with greater flexibility, making it easier to adapt to different trading strategies and market conditions. Learn how you can use the custom formula feature here.Published on 5 Mar 2025Updated on 10 Sept 20255How do Simple Buy/Sell and Spot Trading differ?
In short, Simple Buy prioritises convenience by providing a locked‑in quote within seconds, whereas Spot Trading offers greater control by letting you place orders at real-time market prices.What's Simple Buy & Sell? Simple Buy & Sell Crypto (sometimes called Convert) gives you an instant quote for your trade. The price is locked for a few seconds while you review it, temporarily shielding you from sudden market swings.Published on 28 July 2025Updated on 9 Dec 20252Options trading FAQ
We offer Market Maker Protection for options market makers to protect makers from executing too much within a short period of time. Please contact your account manager or institutional@okx.com if you want to have it enabled. Please refer to Market Maker Protection API. Please note the time interval is in milliseconds, not seconds. Mass cancel and CAA are available for MMP orders.What are the position limits for options trading?Published on 19 Nov 2024Updated on 9 Feb 20264How do I reverse my trading position with one tap?
Our One-tap reverse feature allows you to instantly flip your position (from long to short or vice versa) without having to manually close and reopen trades. This not only saves time but helps you react more strategically when momentum shifts suddenly.Why should I use one-tap reverse? React instantly to market reversals: when trends shift quickly, manually closing and re-entering a trade wastes precious seconds.Published on 5 July 2025Updated on 6 Apr 202610How can I get my project listed on OKX?
Include short bios of key team members highlighting: Relevant experience Roles and responsibilities Notable achievements A strong team builds trust.Is financial transparency important? Yes. Share information about: Funding sources Capital allocation Investor backing Transparency improves credibility.Should I provide updates during the process? Yes.Published on 16 Apr 2026Updated on 22 Apr 2026I haven't received the verification code
This can happen if you've requested the code too many times in a short period. Wait a moment, then try again. If you're on the app, try switching to the web version instead. Our official website is https://www.okx.com/ (copy the link and open it in your browser). If the issue persists, please contact customer support.Why do I need to re-verify after entering the authentication code when selling on P2P Express?Published on 16 Aug 2023Updated on 23 Apr 202632,855Why do I have to trade on OKX Liquid Marketplace?
Creation of synthetic currency pairs by going long one name and short another. For example, BTC/USDT vs AVAX/USDT booked atomically create a synthetic BTC/AVAX pair. Nitro Spreads: Easily make a spread trade with one-click via Nitro Spreads, as all orders are guaranteed to fill in matching quantities for each leg or none at all, thus having zero leg risk and minimized price slippage.Published on 13 Mar 2024Updated on 30 Oct 202516How does futures spread trading work on OKX Liquid Marketplace?
Spread trading involves taking two futures positions in opposite directions: one long, one short. The idea is to make money off the price difference between the two futures – which are also called the two legs of the strategy. The profit a trader makes from this trade comes from the price difference, or spread, between those two contracts. That’s why this strategy is called market neutral; the underlying asset’s price direction does not influence its profitability.Published on 13 Mar 2024Updated on 10 Sept 20256How can you protect yourself from a phishing attack?
In short, among the common phishing scams in the crypto field, the attackers may fake themselves as platform staff, create phishing websites and publish fake information, claiming account upgrade, migration, refund, trigger risk control, capital risk, account to be closed and so on through SMS, email and other channels, and induce users to click the phishing website link or scan the phishing QR code.Published on 17 Aug 2023Updated on 17 Apr 20263,704