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What's auto-deleveraging (ADL) and when can it happen to me?
It's designed to help maintain market stability and manage system-level risk when normal liquidation processes aren't sufficient.When can ADL happen to me? ADL may occur in situations such as: extreme volatility rapid price gaps stressed liquidity conditions liquidations that cannot be fully absorbed through normal processesWhat does this mean for me as a trader? If ADL is triggered, some positions may be reduced or closed according to platform risk rules and priority methodology.Published on Apr 9, 2026Updated on May 29, 2026FAQWhy can’t I see or use my crypto balance?
But don’t worry—this may happen because because of how balances are allocated across accounts or how trades are processed. Here are the most common reasons and what you can do:I traded crypto but my balance isn’t showing Why does this happen: After a spot trade, the new asset might not appear in your balance immediately if: The order is still open/pending (not fully filled). You’re checking the wrong account. There’s a short settlement delay, which is rare but possible during peak times.Published on Oct 14, 2025Updated on May 29, 2026FAQ7What's KYC: What to expect and why it matters?
What's KYC and why is it necessary for me to complete it? KYC, or Know Your Customer, is a regulatory and security process that financial institutions use to verify the identity of their users. It’s a key step in maintaining a safe, transparent, and legally compliant platform for everyone.Published on Jun 24, 2025Updated on May 29, 2026FAQ66Satoshi test FAQ
What happens if I send the wrong amount to the Satoshi test? If the amount sent doesn't match the specified amount for the Satoshi test, the verification will fail. You'll need to restart the test with the correct amount to proceed with your transaction.Your deposit will be locked and you may unlock it by providing the sender's info. Learn more about it here.5. Are there any fees associated with the Satoshi test?Published on May 28, 2024Updated on May 29, 2026FAQ43What is OKX Livestream
Orbit Livestream lets you build and engage your community in real time. We’re currently still in closed beta and aren’t accepting new applicants at this time. Please keep an eye on this space for future updates.Published on Jun 18, 2026Updated on Jun 18, 2026Product documentationWhat's JIT Routing?
The onchain comparison happens inside the same transaction, so settlement takes about as long as any regular swap on that chain.Does JIT Routing always give me a better price? Not always. Sometimes the originally selected pool is still the best and the trade goes through it unchanged. What matters is that when conditions change the trade isn't stuck with a stale path. Over many trades the average outcome improves.Does it cost extra gas? Yes, a bit.Published on Jun 12, 2026Updated on Jun 15, 2026FAQ3What is sub-account?
A sub-account is a secondary account connected to your OKX account. You can create multiple sub-accounts to diversify your trading strategies and reduce risks. Sub-accounts can be used for spot, spot leverage, contract trading, and deposits for standard sub-accounts, but withdrawals are not allowed.How do I create a sub-account?On the web Open OKX website and login to your account, go to Profile...Published on May 21, 2026Updated on Jun 3, 2026FAQWhat is trigger order?
This FAQ covers how trigger orders work on Buy/Sell, how to place and manage them, and what happens when an order is triggered or fails.Basic introductionWhat's a trigger order on Buy/Sell? A trigger order is a buy or sell instruction that activates only when the market price of your chosen token reaches a target price you set in advance.Published on May 8, 2026Updated on May 29, 2026FAQWhat's Selected Margin?
Selected Margin is one of two margin modes available when trading X-Perps on OKX; the other being Isolated Margin. Rather than allocating a fixed amount to each individual trade, your collectively selected assets act as a shared pool of collateral supporting all your open positions. Only the assets you explicitly select will count toward your margin balance.How do I set it up? Setting up Selected...Published on Apr 15, 2026Updated on Jun 15, 2026FAQWhat Are Event Contracts
Market: Up (above) / Down (not above) Multi-market event example: Event: What will BTC's price be at the end of December?Published on Apr 8, 2026Updated on May 29, 2026Product documentationWhat's OKX Convert?
What's Convert? Convert simplifies the crypto conversion process by eliminating the need for multiple trades or frequent asset transfers between accounts, providing you with a seamless experience. It also allows you to exchange crypto at a lower threshold than the spot market.2. What's the difference between convert and spot trading? Convert uses a quoting model, which differs from the traditional order-matching model used in spot trading, resulting in no transaction fees or slippage.Published on Apr 1, 2026Updated on May 29, 2026FAQ1What's OKX Card?
What is the OKX Card? The OKX Card is an international debit card (Visa or Mastercard, depending on your region) that lets you pay for purchases and services worldwide. It connects directly to your OKX Pay account, so you can spend your balance seamlessly—without hidden fees or unexpected exchange rate markups. The card is currently issued as a virtual card only. Note: the OKX Card is a virtual card and only available on the app. We don't issue physical cards.Published on Mar 24, 2026Updated on Jun 16, 2026FAQ135What's a dusting attack?
Learn more about what dusting attacks are, how they work, how to identify them, and the steps you can take to protect your assets.What's dust in crypto? In crypto, dust refers to very small amounts of coins or tokens left over after trades or transfers. For example, one satoshi (0.00000001 BTC) is considered dust in Bitcoin. These amounts are usually too small to spend or even pay for fees.How's crypto dust made?Published on Oct 4, 2024Updated on May 29, 2026FAQ14What's OKX Convert?
What's Convert? Convert simplifies the crypto conversion process by eliminating the need for multiple trades or frequent asset transfers between accounts, providing you with a seamless experience. It also allows you to exchange crypto at a lower threshold than the spot market.2. What's the difference between convert and spot trading? Convert uses a quoting model, which differs from the traditional order-matching model used in spot trading, resulting in no transaction fees or slippage.Published on Sep 27, 2023Updated on May 29, 2026FAQ2,165What are untradable assets?
What are untradable assets? Untradable assets are crypto that OKX doesn't support, and can't be traded. To learn more about how to withdraw your untradable assets, see What should I do if I accidentally deposit crypto that OKX does not support? However, to improve our user experience, we support untradable asset withdrawals. Note: There's no collaboration of any kind between OKX and any service provider for untradable assets that OKX hasn't supported.Published on Sep 26, 2023Updated on May 29, 2026FAQ3,975