TAILORED
FOR YOU
We're a platform for institutional and professional traders who seek lower latency, better liquidity and availability.
Security & Custody
Since 2014, BitMEX has lost ZERO crypto through intrusion or hacking. All assets are securely held via multi-party-computation (MPC). Every transfer is protected by strict transaction rules enforced at the policy level to prevent any potential attacks.
Proof Of Reserves And Liabilities
In 2021, we were the first to publish a proof of reserves, and today, our Proof of Reserve and Liability (PORL) process runs twice a week, allowing users to verify their account balances within our liability total, guaranteeing confidentiality with high transparency standards.
Insurance Fund
We employ our industry-leading insurance fund to manage unfilled liquidation orders, maintaining robust risk management before the auto-deleveraging system is triggered.
Collateral Support Agreement
We provide a specialised Collateral Support Agreement (CSA) programme tailored for institutional clients aiming to enhance their capital efficiency. Reach out to discover how our CSA program can benefit your trading strategies.
Competitive Trading Fees
Our fees structure rewards top traders with fee reductions across all derivatives contracts. Traders benefit from better fees by joining our VIP programme, designed to optimise their trading strategies. Join our VIP program today to streamline your trading and maximise your profitability.
Listings
We provide over 100 derivatives contracts offering up to 100x leverage, constantly adding the most trending tokens in the market to our listings. If you have a token project interested in listing on BitMEX, reach out to us to find out more.
Best-In-Class APIs
Our API guide offers transparent and detailed support for traders looking to develop advanced trading algorithms on BitMEX. Explore our API guide to leverage the full potential of BitMEX and stay ahead in the market.
Low Latency
We guarantee under 4ms latency and strive to enhance the trading experience as smoothly as possible by continuously upgrading our infrastructure. If you’re an institutional client looking for direct connections, please reach out to us.
24/7 Bespoke Support
Our team of experienced Relationship Managers provide unparalleled assistance, ensuring seamless connectivity with 24/7 access via a dedicated channel. Connect with us and be the first to receive future updates.
Designated
Market Maker Programme
BitMEX offers a Designated Market Maker (DMM) Programme to build more sophisticated liquidity. By joining our programme, Market Makers can enjoy the package of benefits as below.
Reduced trading fees
Additional cash rebates
Technical enhancements (e.g. better rate limit)
Generous credit line
Contact our Relationship Management team to join our program today.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What’s the benefit of joining as an institutional client?
As an institutional client at BitMEX, you’ll have access to our dedicated 24/7 Relationship Management team, providing personalised support for optimal trading experiences. You can benefit from increased rate limit thresholds for smoother operations, faster connections to minimise latency and reduced latency. Additionally, enjoy detailed trading reports, priority technical support, invitations to global crypto events, and early updates on platform enhancements and exclusive promotions.
How can I join as an institutional account?
Start by creating an account on BitMEX. Once your account is created, prepare the necessary documents outlined in our website and proceed to complete the Corporate Verification process. Our team will review and verify your submission promptly, typically within 24 hours.
Where can I find the API documentation?
We provide a transparent API guide to all users. You can visit our API Overview page to check the details of REST API and Websocket API. If you have questions, you may be able to find the answer from our FAQ page. If you still need further assistance, please contact us.
Where can I find data for backtesting my strategies?
You can access our quote and trade data for backtesting purposes in our daily-updated public folder. Here is the link to access the data. Testnet data is also available.
