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Spot copy trading: copy trader FAQ
Can I start copying trading now? You can only start spot copy trading after the feature officially launches. In the meantime, you can join the waitlist and gain access to special benefits once spot copy trading launches. If you haven't tried the current copy trading feature, or are clueless about what copy trading is, here's an important note for you: Copy trading happens when a copy trader (aka copier), copies the trades of an experienced trader (also known as Lead trader).Published on Oct 18, 2023Updated on Feb 9, 2026FAQ122Copy trading FAQ
How do I cancel an order I copied in copy trading? For more details on canceling a copy trade, read Copy traders: How to manage copied trades.13. Is there spread protection for copy trading? Copy traders have a spread protection of 0.5% when opening a position. When the copy trader's opening price exceeds 0.5% of the lead trader's opening price, the trade won't be copied.14. How do I control the maximum amount I invest when using copy trading?Published on Sep 15, 2023Updated on Jan 21, 2026FAQWhat's Private Copy Trading?
Lead traders in private mode can also benefit from a higher profit-sharing ratio of up to 50% for copy traders who copy via invitation links. Note: currently, private copy trading function is available for Futures copy trading, but it's not available for Spot copy trading.How do I enable private copy trading?Published on Aug 29, 2023Updated on Mar 4, 2026FAQ1,741Introduction to proportional copy trading
App version Step 1: Navigate to trade - Marketplace - Copy Trading. If you do not see the corresponding entry after clicking, please log in and try again. Step 2: After entering the copy trading section, select the card you are interested in. Click the "Copy" button in the upper right corner of the card to access the copy trading settings. Step three: Configure your copy trading settings to complete the creation of your copy trading relationship.Published on Apr 4, 2023Updated on Feb 3, 2026FAQ59Introduction to OKX Copy Trading
Copy traders Copy trades and start earning with just 1 click Benefits Access to one of the world’s largest digital crypto exchanges, with strong market depth, high liquidity, and low slippage and spread A simple subscription function, letting you easily follow real-time trades of lead traders Skilled and reliable traders, letting you enjoy easy and stress-free trading Accurate trading data to help you track every trading action Lead traders Make multiple gains from each trade Benefits One of thePublished on Dec 21, 2022Updated on Oct 15, 2025Product documentationWhat limits are there for spot copy trading?
Maximum profit-sharing ratio and Maximum copy trader limit depends on lead trader's trader tier. 4.Published on Oct 30, 2023Updated on Mar 10, 2026FAQ124What is smart sync spot copy trading?
Under My trades you can find the lead trader whose copy trade settings you want to edit. Go to Copy trade details to view detailed data of your copy trades, including copy trading PnL, changes to your total investment, and ongoing and previous trades. Under Copy trade details, select Settings to go to the copy trade settings page. You can adjust your total investment and total stop loss, and also stop copying the lead trader. FAQI’m already copying a lead trader.Published on Oct 24, 2024Updated on Feb 9, 2026Product documentationWhat's Smart Sync on spot copy trading?
For custom copy trades, your assets will remain in your trading account until the copy trade is ended.How to stop a copy trade: Go to Marketplace > Copy Trading Go to My Trades, select settings under the trader you're copying Select Stop Copying, choose a reason, and submit your request. For more details, please refer to How do I manage my copied trades?Published on Oct 9, 2024Updated on Mar 4, 2026FAQ263What are the spot trading guidelines for copy traders?
trader: 110 - 55 = 55 USDT Copy Trader FAQ OKX launched Spot Copy Trading globally in November 2023, allowing users to automatically copy the spot trades of lead traders.1.Published on Nov 6, 2023Updated on Mar 3, 2026FAQ279Spot copy trading: lead trader FAQ
Have healthy trading habits: implement transparent risk management through stop-loss strategies, prioritizing user-centric trading practices to control drawdowns and protect the earnings of copy traders.6. What type of lead trader does OKX prefer and prioritize? Genuine: lead traders who employ a significant portion of their personal capital in their lead trades, assuming the same risk as their copy traders.Published on Oct 18, 2023Updated on Mar 3, 2026FAQ67April's new features for Copy Trading, released!
In this event, we have implemented a 3-tiered reminder system that prompts you to take necessary actions to prevent future copy trade failures: a) When copy traders fail to copy 15 consecutive trades b) When copy traders have fulfilled all conditions to stop copying and the 3 day countdown begins c) When copy traders automatically cease copying.Published on Apr 28, 2023Updated on Nov 17, 2025AnnouncementsNew upgrades for better copy trading experience
Attention copy traders! We are excited to announce some exciting new updates that will transform the way you follow and copy master traders. Here's what's new: Firstly, we have doubled the followers' capacity on Master Traders. This means more slots for copiers, to follow a master trader! Secondly, we have added the search feature that everyone has been asking for, to the market board, making it easier to find your favorite master traders. No more endless scrolling!Published on Mar 21, 2023Updated on Nov 17, 2025AnnouncementsHow do I use the Copy mode restriction feature?
What's the Copy mode restriction feature? The Copy mode restriction feature allows you to limit the copy trading modes available to your followers, to promote alignment between their copy trading mode and your trading strategy. This can help minimize losses and prevent profit-sharing issues.How do Copy trading modes work? Smart Sync Copy mode: the system automatically places orders for copy traders based on the lead trader's leverage and investment amount for each position.Published on Jul 16, 2024Updated on Feb 9, 2026FAQ37How do I use Minimum copy amount feature?
Consider increasing the minimum copy trading amount when slots are nearly full. Decrease the amount when there are fewer copy trading users, allowing more users to join.How do I access the Minimum copy amount feature?Published on Jul 16, 2024Updated on Feb 9, 2026FAQ213What are the reasons for my spot copy trade order fail?
The possible failed reasons can be sorted into 3 categories: Copy trader related Lead trader related Reasons why crypto can't be soldCopy trader-related reasons1. Insufficient funds in trading account A spot copy trade might fail if a copy trader has insufficient USDT in their trading account. For example, if a spot copy trade requires a minimum order value of 20 USDT, but a copy trader has less than 20 USDT in their trading account, the copy trade will fail.Published on Oct 13, 2023Updated on Feb 9, 2026FAQ68