ApeX Protocol
Perp DEX$0.7801.10% 24h
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Order-book perps with frictionless, no-KYC onboarding across several L2s.
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For beginners
Low barrier to try, but stick to major markets at first.
Key metrics
24h volume
$1.20B
7d volume
$8.30B
Total value locked
$38.0M
Open interest
$160.0M
Active addr · 30d
2.6K
Market share
n/a
Market cap
$180.0M
Maker / taker fee
0.02% / 0.05%
Max leverage
50×
Trading pairs
58
The honest take
Pros
✓No sign-up friction to start trading
✓Available on several L2s
✓Healthy weekly volume for its size
Cons
✕Very small active-user base
✕Thin TVL relative to its volume
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Non-custodial — connect your wallet and you stay in control of your funds. Leverage is high-risk; only trade what you can afford to lose.
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Frequently asked about ApeX Protocol
Is ApeX Protocol safe to use?
ApeX Protocol has a dexwatch security score of 76/100 (Solid). It has been audited by BlockSec, and because it is non-custodial you keep control of your funds in your own wallet.
What are the trading fees on ApeX Protocol?
ApeX Protocol charges a maker fee of 0.02% and a taker fee of 0.05%.
What is the maximum leverage on ApeX Protocol?
ApeX Protocol offers up to 50× leverage on supported markets. High leverage is extremely risky and can liquidate a position quickly — only trade what you can afford to lose.
Which blockchains does ApeX Protocol support?
ApeX Protocol operates on Arbitrum, BNB Chain, Base.
Is ApeX Protocol good for beginners?
Low barrier to try, but stick to major markets at first.
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