Backpack trading fees
Backpack
Backpack charges 0.020% maker / 0.050% taker on perpetual futures and 0.080% maker / 0.100% taker on spot at the base tier (August 17, 2026). That base perps taker ranks #15 of 32 open venues FeeEdge tracks. Volume tiers can lower it as you trade more.
To see your real monthly cost on Backpack for your exact volume and trading style, run the FeeEdge calculator. Typical monthly bills are ranked on the $100k/month and $10k/month profiles.
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Backpack fee schedule
| Fee | Backpack |
|---|---|
| Perps maker | 0.020% |
| Perps taker | 0.050% |
| Spot maker | 0.080% |
| Spot taker | 0.100% |
Rates shown are published base-tier estimates and may change, so always confirm on Backpack. Maker = limit orders that add liquidity (cheaper); taker = market orders that remove it.
How Backpack compares
On perpetual futures, Backpack's 0.050% base taker fee ranks #15 of 32 (the cheapest is Bitfinex at 0.000%). On spot, Backpack ranks #19 (cheapest is Bitfinex at 0.000%). Volume tiers can lower it as you trade more. Maker rebates can change this for active traders.
Official fee sources
Fee schedules can vary by product, region, promotion, and account tier. Check the exchange page before placing a trade.
FAQ
What are Backpack's trading fees?
Backpack charges roughly 0.020% maker / 0.050% taker on perpetual futures and 0.080% maker / 0.100% taker on spot at the entry tier. Fees can drop as your 30-day volume rises on venues that publish a volume path.
Does Backpack have a fee discount?
Backpack does not offer a native-token fee discount. Fees can drop as your 30-day volume rises on venues that publish a volume path.
Is Backpack the cheapest crypto exchange?
On base-tier perps Backpack ranks #15 of 32 open venues by taker fee, and #19 on spot. The cheapest venue for you depends on your volume and maker/taker mix. Check it in the calculator.
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