DeFi's Pro Trading Platform

Low Fees. Powerful Trading.

At dYdX, we’re reimagining what DeFi and perpetual trading can be. Combining the freedom of decentralization with deep liquidity, advanced order types, a high-performance API, and instant market listings, dYdX empowers you to trade boldly and confidently.

At dYdX, we’re reimagining what DeFi and perpetual trading can be.
Combining the freedom of decentralization with deep liquidity, advanced order types, a high-performance API, and instant market listings, dYdX empowers you to trade boldly and confidently.

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Why dYdX?

Trading Metrics

$1.4T
Lifetime Volume
$115M
Open Interest
200+
Tradable Markets
$15M
MegaVault TVL

Deep Liquidity

Minimal slippage and seamless order execution across hundreds of markets, supported by market makers and MegaVault.

Decentralized

Confidence in trading on DeFi’s most decentralized pro trading platform—with true transparency, security, and full control of your funds.

Low Fees

Industry-leading low fees, lower than traditional CEXs, optimised to maximise returns and benefit high-volume traders and casual retail users alike.

Pro Tooling

Built for pros, dYdX delivers advanced tools, deep liquidity, and unmatched performance to give traders a competitive edge.
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$1.4M Paid Out in Surge Season 1

dYdX Surge launched with impact: $1.4 million paid out to thousands of traders in April alone. Season 2 is now live and will run through the end of May. New seasons and rewards will continue every month through the end of 2025.
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$2M Paid Out to dYdX Traders

Season 1 of dYdX Surge has concluded and thousands of traders have received a total of over $2.2M in payouts. Did you trade on dYdX in April? If so, check the leaderboard to see if you earned rewards. If not, Season 2 has just started and will run until the end of May
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9 Months & $20 Million

How dYdX Surge Works

Trading Earns Points

Points are earned automatically with every trade, no sign-up or extra steps required.

Points Become Rankings

Monthly leaderboards rank traders by points. Higher ranks unlock bigger rewards.

2x Points: XRP, AIXBT, KAITO, SUI

Trades in these boosted markets earn double points for the current season.

Monthly Payout

$DYDX rewards are paid out automatically at the end of each month based on leaderboard position.
$1.4T
Lifetime Volume
$115M
Open Interest
200+
Tradable Markets
$20M
MegaVault TVL
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Mobile Trading, Real Rewards.

Advanced trading meets intuitive design. The dYdX mobile app combines up to 50x leverage, automation, and two tailored interfaces, one for newcomers, one for pros. Now on iOS and Android.
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DeFi's Pro Trading Experience

Seamless Trading

dYdX offers institutional-grade performance with a platform built for all traders. Enjoy deep liquidity, lightning-fast execution, and precision risk controls—whether you're a market maker, algo trader, or just getting started.

Passive Yield Generation

MegaVault can be used to earn yield on USDC effortlessly. No complex staking, no lock-ups — just add funds and sit back.

Trading for Teams

Permissioned Keys let you assign custom access levels, automate execution, and maintain full control over your accounts—whether you're running a fund, coordinating with a team, or integrating trading strategies programmatically.

Instant Market Listings

You can also leverage dYdX to launch and trade brand new markets before they’re added to CEXs. dYdX’s permissionless framework allows you to list desired assets on the platform when you want.

Affiliates & Trading Rewards

You can also maximize your earnings with one of the most competitive affiliate and trading rewards programs in the industry. Whether you’re a high-volume trader or a top-tier affiliate, your activities are rewarded on dYdX.

$DYDX: Powering ‘Trade Anything’

The First-Ever $DYDX Buyback Program Is Now Live!

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Awarded Institutional DeFi Solution of the Year by Hedgeweek

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1 Leaderboard, 9 Seasons and $20M on the Line in Rewards

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