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dYdX trading fees

Last updated: July 21, 2026

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Here are dYdX's published entry-tier trading fees for both perpetual futures and spot, plus how dYdX stacks up against the other 32 major exchanges. To see your real monthly cost on dYdX for your exact volume and trading style, run the FeeEdge calculator.

dYdX fee schedule

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Perps maker0.010%
Perps taker0.050%
Spot maker0.000%
Spot taker0.000%

Rates shown are published base-tier estimates and may change, so always confirm on dYdX. Maker = limit orders that add liquidity (cheaper); taker = market orders that remove it.

How dYdX compares

On perpetual futures, dYdX's 0.050% base taker fee ranks #17 of 32 (the cheapest is Bitfinex at 0.000%). On spot, dYdX ranks #3 (cheapest is Bitfinex at 0.000%). Volume tiers, maker rebates can change this for active traders.

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FAQ

What are dYdX's trading fees?

dYdX charges roughly 0.010% maker / 0.050% taker on perpetual futures and 0.000% maker / 0.000% taker on spot at the entry tier. Fees drop as your 30-day volume rises.

Does dYdX have a fee discount?

dYdX does not offer a native-token fee discount, but fees still fall as your 30-day trading volume increases.

Is dYdX the cheapest crypto exchange?

On base-tier perps dYdX ranks #17 of 32 by taker fee, and #3 on spot. The cheapest venue for you depends on your volume and maker/taker mix. Check it in the calculator.

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