Gate.io is a global crypto exchange offering spot, margin, futures, options, copy trading & bots, Earn products, crypto loans, and 3×/5× leveraged tokens (ETF). The platform advertises 3,500+ cryptocurrencies and supports pro tooling like TradingView-style charts and a full REST/WebSocket API v4 for automation. Futures offer up to 125× leverage. Gate also runs Startup (IEO/launch) programs and uses GT (GateToken) for ecosystem utilities and fee perks.
Quick Facts
- Brand: Gate (Gate.io / Gate.com) • Founded: 2013 (by Dr. Lin Han)
- Products: Spot, Margin, Futures (up to 125×), Options, Earn (Simple Earn, Staking, Dual Investment), Loans, Copy Trading/Bots, Leveraged Tokens (3×/5×), P2P
- Assets/Pairs: Site claims 3,500+ cryptocurrencies listed.
- Native token: GT (GateToken) — utility token; used for fee discounts and Startup privileges.
Fees
Spot Trading
- Base (VIP 0): 0.10% maker / 0.10% taker.
- Paying with GT at VIP 0: 0.09% / 0.09%.
- VIP tiers can reduce spot to as low as 0% maker / 0.02% taker at the top levels. (See full tier table.)
Derivatives (Futures/Perpetuals)
- Maker follows VIP tiers; taker can use “points deduction” — base 0.075% and as low as 0.0225% for top tiers. Funding rates vary by contract; check each market’s page.
Leverage
- Max futures leverage: up to 125× (varies by risk tier and contract).
KYC & Limits
- KYC is required to withdraw. Daily withdrawal limits depend on KYC status and VIP level; higher tiers generally allow more. Gate notes you can request higher limits after verification.
Availability & Restrictions
- Gate serves many countries but blocks/restricts specific jurisdictions. Always verify your eligibility in the official “Restricted Locations” page before signing up.
