Trade spot with precision and depth

Discover low-cost crypto spot trading with advanced order tools. Built for active and professional traders in the UK.

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FCA

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Proof of Reserves

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Reliable execution when it matters most

With advanced order types, deep liquidity and API support for programmatic strategies, Kraken Pro delivers the gold standard in spot execution across 1,400+ crypto pairs. Trade in GBP with confidence on a regulated platform.

Move size without moving the market

Effortlessly enter and exit positions of any size without walking the book. Tap into deep liquidity across 1,400+ pairs, confident in the knowledge that depth remains consistent across volatility spikes.

Trade on your terms

Limit, stop, post-only, OCO. Whatever order type you need, Kraken Pro has you covered with granular control over price, size and triggers.

“Kraken Spot makes investing feel effortless. Clean execution, intuitive design, and a platform I trust with my portfolio.”

- RookieXBT

Automate your strategy

Connect through Kraken Pro's REST, FIX, and WebSocket API to execute spot strategies programmatically.

Own what you trade

Spot means you own the actual asset. No leverage and no liquidation, so you have more control over what you hold.

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$2T+

Total transaction volume

190+

Supported countries

13M+

Registered users

15+ years

Operating since 2011

How to trade spot on Kraken Pro

Fund your account - Deposit local currency or crypto to your Kraken account.

Choose a pair - Select the market you want to trade, then review price, order-book depth, and recent activity.

Set your order - Pick an order type, then enter size and review the fee before confirming.

Trade and settle - Your order executes at the market price and the asset settles to your balance, owned outright and ready to hold, withdraw, or trade again.

Your trades, our protection

Granular order controls

Limit, stop-limit, OCO, and post-only orders protect your fills. Self-trade prevention stops your orders matching.

Asset safeguards

Proof of Reserves, cold-storage custody, and 2FA protect what you hold.

Platform reliability

A high-performance matching engine and transparent order handling keep execution reliable through volatility.

Fees

The table below outlines crypto spot trading maker-taker fees that decrease with 30-day volume.

Popular spot markets

Browse the top crypto spot trading pairs.

Green Satoshi TokenGST

£0.00079+1.69%

Mantle Staked EtherMETH

Fidelity Digital DollarFIDD

Green Satoshi TokenGST

£0.00079+1.69%

Mantle Staked EtherMETH

Fidelity Digital DollarFIDD

Green Satoshi TokenGST

£0.00079+1.69%

Mantle Staked EtherMETH

Fidelity Digital DollarFIDD

Green Satoshi TokenGST

£0.00079+1.69%

Mantle Staked EtherMETH

Fidelity Digital DollarFIDD

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FAQs

What is the best platform for spot trading crypto in the UK?

Kraken Pro gives active traders deep-liquidity spot execution across 1,400+ crypto pairs, with advanced order types and an API to run strategies programmatically. You own every asset outright; withdraw, self-custody, or move on-chain. Trade in GBP on a FCA-registered platform.

How is spot trading different from margin or futures?

Spot means you buy the asset outright and own it — no borrowing, leverage, or liquidation risk. Margin and futures use leverage. Spot is the most direct way to hold exposure.

What does it cost to trade spot on Kraken Pro?

Spot uses a maker-taker fee schedule that falls as your 30-day volume grows. You see the fee before confirming each order.

What order types can I use for spot trading?

Limit, stop, stop-limit, OCO, and post-only, so you control entry and exit price, size, and triggers.

Is spot trading on Kraken Pro available in the UK?

Yes. UK clients can spot trade crypto on Kraken Pro, a FCA-compliant and regulated platform.

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In the UK, access to crypto asset derivatives services are restricted to persons meeting the criteria for categorisation as a professional client. These services are provided by Payward Digital Solutions Limited, which is licensed by the Bermuda Monetary Authority (RN: 202403268) to conduct digital assets business in and from Bermuda. These services are not regulated or covered by investor protection measures in the UK. Access to these services is arranged by Crypto Facilities Limited, which is regulated and authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 757895) to make arrangements with a view to transactions in investments. For more information click here.

Communications regarding crypto asset derivatives services are directed at persons having professional experience in matters relating to investments, high net worth companies, or any other person to whom it may be lawfully directed under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Financial Promotion) Order 2005 (together, “relevant persons”). Only relevant persons may rely or act upon such communications and engage in investment activity.

Trading on margin involves significant risk and may not be suitable for all investors. You could lose more than your initial investment. Spot margin trading products are offered by Payward Trading Ltd, incorporated in the British Virgin Islands (BVI). This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Product availability may vary by jurisdiction. Please ensure you fully understand the risks involved before trading. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

Kraken Prop is an unregulated service. This evaluation program is intentionally rigorous and designed to verify a trader’s risk-management skill and strategy discipline before any proprietary capital is allocated by Payward Oceanic Ltd. Most applicants do not pass on their first attempt and there is no guarantee that your performance will improve or that you will pass any future evaluations. Prospective traders should purchase an evaluation only if they are confident in their trading ability and knowingly accept the risk of not qualifying for a funded account. Evaluation fees are non-refundable for each attempt once trading begins, regardless of outcome.

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Trade spot with precision and depth

FCA

Proof of Reserves

Reliable execution when it matters most

Move size without moving the market

Trade on your terms

Automate your strategy

Own what you trade

$2T+

190+

13M+

15+ years

How to trade spot on Kraken Pro

Your trades, our protection

Granular order controls

Asset safeguards

Platform reliability

Fees

Popular spot markets

FAQs

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