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Lighter trading fees

Last updated: October 6, 2026
By FeeEdge Research · How we check the data

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Lighter charges 0.000% maker / 0.000% taker on perpetual futures and 0.000% maker / 0.000% taker on spot at the base tier (October 6, 2026). That base perps taker is ranked among the open venues FeeEdge tracks. Volume tiers can lower it as you trade more.

To see your real monthly cost on Lighter 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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Lighter fee schedule

FeeLighter
Perps maker0.000%
Perps taker0.000%
Spot maker0.000%
Spot taker0.000%

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

How Lighter compares

On perpetual futures, Lighter's 0.000% base taker fee is ranked among the open venues FeeEdge tracks. On spot, Lighter is ranked among the open spot venues. Volume tiers can lower it as you trade more. Maker rebates can change this for active traders.

Official fee sources

Trading-fee verification: Lighter August 31, 2026. Token-discount last check: August 17, 2026. Fee schedules can vary by product, region, promotion, and account tier. Check the exchange page before placing a trade.

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FAQ

What are Lighter's trading fees?

Lighter charges roughly 0.000% maker / 0.000% taker on perpetual futures and 0.000% maker / 0.000% taker on spot at the entry tier. Fees can drop as your 30-day volume rises on venues that publish a volume path.

Does Lighter have a fee discount?

Lighter 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 Lighter the cheapest crypto exchange?

On base-tier perps and spot, Lighter's published fees are ranked among the open venues FeeEdge tracks. The cheapest venue for you depends on your volume and maker/taker mix. Check it in the calculator.

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