SpotOrder Types

Order types

Control every entry and exit

Set precise entries and exits with limit, stop-loss, take-profit, and conditional orders.

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Available on

Pro Desktop

$2T+

Total transaction volume

190+

Supported countries

13M+

Registered users

15+ years

Operating since 2011

Order types built for precision

Go beyond market buys. Set the price, size, and trigger for every trade, then let your orders work while you step away.

Limit orders

Set the exact price you’ll buy or sell at, and only fill at that price or better.

Stop-loss & take-profit

Automate your exit: cap downside with a stop or lock in gains with a take-profit trigger.

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Stop-limit orders

Trigger a limit order at a set stop price for control over both trigger and fill.

OCO & post-only

Pair a stop with a limit using OCO, or add liquidity maker-only with post-only orders.

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Trade hundreds of markets

A selection of the pairs available for spot trading.

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Execute on your terms

The right order type turns a plan into automatic execution, managing risk and timing without watching every candle.

Time your entries

Queue limit orders at the price you want and let the market come to you.

Reduce trading costs

Use post-only orders to add liquidity and qualify for maker fees.

Trade one-cancels-other

Bracket a position with OCO so hitting one target automatically cancels the other.

Spot order types FAQs

What order types can I use on Kraken Pro?

Market, limit, stop-loss, take-profit, stop-limit, OCO, and post-only, allowing you to control your positions, size, and triggers.

What is a stop-loss in spot trading?

A stop-loss is a type of conditional sell order, that sells a particular asset at your desired exit price. If the market hits it, the position closes automatically to cap losses. You must already own the asset in your spot wallet to place a stop-loss order.

How do I set a stop-loss when spot trading crypto?

Go to the Order Form on Kraken Pro. Switch the panel direction to Sell and select Stop-Loss from the order type dropdown menu. Input the Trigger Price (the market price that will activate your sell order). Alternatively, you can choose a percentage drop offset. Set the amount of the asset you want to sell using the text box or the percentage slider. Review your details and hit Sell.

What is limit vs stop-limit?

A limit fills at your set price or better, while a stop-limit waits for a trigger price, then places your limit order.

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