October 11, 2026 09:00 AM
Crypto CFDs
Leverage our low spreads on Bitcoin, Ethereum and more top cryptocurrencies via CFDs without owning the underlying asset.
Access 24/7* trading hours with a regulated global CFD broker backed by intuitive risk management tools.
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Weekend trading hours
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Trade on margin with low deposits
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A wealth of risk management tools
Why trade crypto CFDs with FOREX.com?
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Leverage your tradingGain full market exposure with just a percentage of the trade value.
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Range of cryptocurrencies -
A regulated global CFD broker -
Trade 24/7Access crypto markets via CFD 7 days a week with our extended market hours.
What is a crypto CFD?
A Crypto CFD, or contract for difference, is a derivative that can be used to speculate on the underlying price of cryptocurrencies – including Bitcoin, Cardano and Ethereum.
How to trade crypto CFDs
1. Select which cryptocurrency you want to trade
2. Do your research on what moves cryptocurrency prices
3. Decide to go long or short
4. Plan your CFD strategy and risk management
5. Place your trade
2. Do your research on what moves cryptocurrency prices
3. Decide to go long or short
4. Plan your CFD strategy and risk management
5. Place your trade
Crypto CFDs market hours
Cryptocurrency CFDs markets are usually 24/7 but a lot of trading happens within just a few hours. Discover our cryptocurrency CFDs market hours and learn about the best time to trade them.
Crypto news and analysis
FOREX.com global key figures
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¹ Based on demo and active live trading accounts globally since 2023.
² Elapsed time between market order receipt and execution globally between 1 and 30 April 2025.
¹ Based on demo and active live trading accounts globally since 2023.
² Elapsed time between market order receipt and execution globally between 1 and 30 April 2025.
Crypto CFD trading platform
Your powerful new online trading platform, Web Trader, includes advanced charts with custom indicators, fast and reliable HTML5 technology, and customisable workspaces.
Fast, reliable and customisable trading platform
- Configure and personalise multiple workspaces
- Switch between workspaces with a single click
- Benefit from advanced trading charts and overlay multiple financial markets
Intelligent trading tools
- Smart trade tickets with advanced risk management tools
- Define stops and limits by points, P&L or price
- Real-time margin calculator informs your trade decisions
Market news and analysis
- Dedicated Market 360 pages to help identify trading opportunities
- Latest market news with charts and pricing
- Detailed market analysis from Reuters news
Buying Bitcoin vs Bitcoin CFDs
Wondering what the pros and cons are of owning a cryptocurrency vs trading it as a CFD?
CFDs
Owning Cryptocurrency
Ability to go long - buy and take advantage of rising prices
Ability to go short* - sell and take advantage of falling prices
Trade on margin
Trade on volatility - no need to own the asset or have an exchange account
No exchange fees or complicated digital wallets
Crypto CFD FAQs
What is a crypto CFD broker?
A crypto CFD broker is a provider that enables you to speculate on the price of cryptocurrencies – such as Bitcoin – with contracts for difference. Instead of buying the digital currency, you’re taking a position on whether its price will rise or fall.
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What’s better: CFDs or crypto?
Buying cryptos means you’re taking ownership of the digital asset, so you’ll need an account with an exchange and a digital wallet to store the crypto in securely. When you trade crypto CFDs, you just need an account with a CFD provider, and as you won’t be taking ownership of the asset, you won’t need a digital wallet.
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