Two ways to trade crypto

You can trade crypto CFDs through a broker (speculating on price, often with leverage, no wallet) or buy the asset on an exchange (you hold it in a wallet).

The broker route is familiar but derivative; the exchange route involves custody of the asset itself.

Key considerations

Crypto is highly volatile and, where leveraged, risky. Regulatory treatment varies widely by region, affecting protections and tax.

Custody risk (losing access or exchange failure) is specific to holding the asset; CFDs carry counterparty risk to the broker.

  • CFD: leveraged, no wallet, counterparty risk
  • Exchange: own asset, custody risk
  • High volatility

What to verify

Confirm whether the product is a CFD or real asset, the leverage offered, and how the broker is regulated for crypto in your region.

Our sample records do not yet contain real crypto broker data; verify before acting.

Crypto leverage can wipe out a position quickly. Size positions carefully and understand the product fully first.

Frequently asked questions

Is a crypto CFD the same as owning bitcoin?
No. A CFD tracks price without ownership; you do not hold the coin and may face leverage and funding costs.
Is crypto trading regulated like forex?
Often differently, and inconsistently across regions. Check the specific regulatory status in your jurisdiction.