Question 1

What is Arcex?

Accepted Answer

Arcex is a mobile-first trading platform that lets you trade perpetual futures, options, and prediction markets from a single app on iOS and Android. It aggregates liquidity from venues including Hyperliquid (HIP-4 outcome markets), Orderly Network, and Derive, offering 50+ markets, up to 50x leverage on Hyperliquid, and an Orderly option for up to 100x. Arcex is non-custodial (powered by Privy), requires no KYC, and is designed for both beginners and experienced traders.

Question 2

What can I trade on Arcex?

Accepted Answer

Arcex provides access to three major product categories from one app: (1) Perpetual futures on crypto, stocks, indices, and commodities primarily via Hyperliquid with up to 50x leverage, with Orderly Network available as an option for up to 100x; (2) Options on BTC, ETH, SOL, and HYPE through Derive; (3) Zero-fee outcome markets on prices, sports, politics, and culture powered by Hyperliquid HIP-4.

Question 3

Does Arcex use cross margin or isolated margin for perpetual futures?

Accepted Answer

The margin mode depends on the trading venue. Hyperliquid supports both cross margin and isolated margin, giving traders the flexibility to isolate risk on individual positions. Orderly Network is available as a cross-margin venue option, meaning all positions share collateral. You can see a full venue-by-venue comparison in the Arcex Help Center at arcex.app/docs.

Question 4

How do I get started with Arcex?

Accepted Answer

Getting started takes under 2 minutes: (1) Download the Arcex app from the Apple App Store or get the Android app on Google Play; (2) Create an account using your email or Apple Sign-In — no KYC documents needed; (3) Deposit USDC to your non-custodial wallet; (4) Start trading perpetuals, options, and predictions immediately. The app guides you through onboarding step by step.

Question 5

What fees does Arcex charge?

Accepted Answer

Arcex offers some of the lowest fees in the industry. Fee structures vary by product and venue — for example, perpetual futures fees depend on whether you trade via Hyperliquid or Orderly Network, each with their own maker/taker fee schedules. Options fees are set by Derive. The full up-to-date fee breakdown is maintained in the Arcex Help Center at arcex.app/docs. Arcex also rewards active traders with pips and tier credits through its referral and rewards program.

Question 6

Do I need to complete KYC to use Arcex?

Accepted Answer

No — not for trading or the rest of the app. KYC (identity verification) is only required if you apply for an Arcex debit card. Signing up, depositing, and using Arcex otherwise does not require KYC.

Question 7

Who holds custody of my funds?

Accepted Answer

Nobody but you. Arcex is fully non-custodial, with wallet infrastructure powered by Privy. Your private keys are never stored on Arcex servers. Funds are deposited into smart-contract-based accounts on the underlying trading venues (Hyperliquid, Orderly, Derive), and you retain full control and withdrawal rights at all times.

Question 8

What trading venues does Arcex aggregate?

Accepted Answer

Arcex aggregates liquidity from three major decentralized trading venues: Hyperliquid for perpetual futures (cross and isolated margin, high-performance order book) and HIP-4 outcome markets (zero-fee, on-chain settled), Orderly Network as an optional perpetual futures venue (cross margin, 50+ markets), and Derive for options (BTC, ETH, SOL, HYPE). Each venue is integrated natively within the Arcex app, so users get a unified experience without needing separate accounts.

Question 9

Is Arcex available on iOS and Android?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Arcex is available on iOS through the Apple App Store and on Android via Google Play. There is also a web app accessible at web.arcex.app for desktop and mobile browser users. All platforms share the same account and portfolio.

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