How Drift Trade Works

Open an account in minutes, connect your wallet or deposit funds, and choose from simple or advanced interfaces. Drift Trade's matching engine routes orders to the venues or internal pools that offer the best price and fills — all while keeping risk controls front and center.

  • Sign up and complete KYC for higher limits.
  • Deposit crypto via supported chains or integrate your custody provider.
  • Choose order type and execution settings; monitor positions in real time.

Advanced tools: API access, algorithmic order types, portfolio analytics, and historical fills for audit and optimisation.

Why traders choose Drift

Transparent Pricing

Clear fee tiers, maker rebates, and volume discounts for active traders.

Robust Security

Cold storage, multi-sig custody options, and continuous monitoring protect assets.

Responsive Support

24/7 live chat, dedicated account managers for institutional clients.

Security & Compliance

Security is built into the platform: hardware key signing, encrypted at-rest data, and routine third-party audits. Drift Trade follows industry best practices and complies with applicable regulations to provide a trustworthy environment for trading and custody.

FAQ

Can I use Drift on mobile? Yes — web and mobile-responsive apps are available for on-the-go management.

Do you offer demo accounts? Demo mode with simulated funds is available for strategy testing.

Is there an API? Yes — REST and WebSocket APIs let you automate strategies and stream market data.

Create your free account

Start with no trading fees for the first 30 days. Terms apply.