HTX charges 0.20% maker and 0.20% taker fees at the entry spot tier, with a 25% trading commission discount available when the account uses HTX or TRX for fees. HTX, formerly known as Huobi, also uses Prime and VIP-style tiers that can lower spot and futures rates for higher-volume traders.
Key Takeaways
- Prime 0, the entry tier, pays 0.20% maker and 0.20% taker on spot trades.
- Paying fees with the HTX token takes 25% off, to 0.15%.
- Prime 1 pays 0.16% maker and 0.17% taker.
- Perpetual futures start at 0.02% maker and 0.06% taker.
- HTX adds no platform fee to crypto withdrawals, but network fees apply.
How HTX’s Trading Fees Work
HTX uses a maker-taker model for spot and perpetual futures markets. Maker orders add liquidity to the order book, usually by placing a limit order that does not fill right away. Taker orders remove liquidity, usually by filling against an existing order immediately.
At the standard spot tier, HTX lists both maker and taker trading at 0.20%. Accounts that hold HTX, the exchange’s native token, or TRX can reduce trading commission by 25%. The discounted rate depends on the account setup and whether the trade qualifies for the token-based discount at the time the order fills.
Prime 1 is the first reduced-fee tier. HTX reaches that tier when the account has at least $30,000 in 30-day trading volume or holds at least $5,000 during the prior 24 hours. Prime 1 lowers spot fees to 0.16% maker and 0.17% taker, while higher tiers reduce rates further and can push maker fees below 0.08% at larger volume thresholds.
| HTX Fee Tier | Typical Requirement | Spot Maker Fee | Spot Taker Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Entry-level account | 0.20% | 0.20% |
| Token discount | Pay eligible commission with HTX or TRX | 25% discount from eligible commission | 25% discount from eligible commission |
| Prime 1 | $30,000 30-day volume or $5,000 held in prior 24 hours | 0.16% | 0.17% |
| Higher Prime tiers | Higher volume or balance thresholds | Below 0.08% at higher thresholds | Progressively reduced |
For perpetual futures, the standard HTX rate is 0.02% maker and 0.06% taker. Prime 1 lowers futures fees to 0.018% maker and 0.055% taker, with further reductions available to larger accounts.
| HTX Futures Tier | Maker Fee | Taker Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Standard perpetual futures | 0.02% | 0.06% |
| Prime 1 perpetual futures | 0.018% | 0.055% |
One 2026-specific point to watch is the continued split between standard rates, token-based commission discounts, and Prime qualification. A trader can see a different effective fee depending on account balance, 30-day volume, and whether HTX or TRX fee payment is active. Check the fee preview on the order screen before placing a large trade.
HTX Deposit Fees
HTX does not normally charge a platform fee for crypto deposits. The main cost to watch is the blockchain network used to send the asset into the exchange. Choose the wrong chain and the deposit can fail or require support recovery.
Fiat and third-party payment costs depend on the payment provider, local currency, and account region. HTX shows those costs before checkout when a card, bank transfer, or partner payment route is available.
HTX Withdrawal Fees
HTX states that it does not add a separate platform fee to crypto withdrawals, but network fees still apply. The fee varies by asset and chain and is shown on the withdrawal screen before submission.
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Spot maker fee, standard tier | 0.20% |
| Spot taker fee, standard tier | 0.20% |
| Spot Prime 1 maker and taker | 0.16% maker and 0.17% taker |
| Perpetual futures, standard tier | 0.02% maker and 0.06% taker |
| Perpetual futures, Prime 1 | 0.018% maker and 0.055% taker |
| Crypto deposits | No HTX platform fee in normal cases |
| Crypto withdrawals | No HTX platform fee, network fees apply |
Account Verification and Fees
HTX KYC level controls account permissions, buy-crypto access, and higher transfer limits. It does not directly replace the maker-taker fee schedule. A verified account and an unverified account with the same fee tier can still pay the same posted trading rate, while the verified account may have broader account access.
For the identity side of the account, see our HTX KYC guide. If you are comparing fee tables across exchanges, our Kraken fees guide is a useful related reference.
What does a $1,000 trade cost on HTX?
Using the Prime 0 rates on HTX’s fee page on October 8, 2026:
- Buy $1,000 of Bitcoin: 0.20% = $2.00.
- Sell it later for $1,000: another $2.00.
- Same trades paying fees with the HTX token: 0.15% = $1.50 each way.
- Next tier, Prime 1: 0.16% maker and 0.17% taker.
That makes HTX twice the price of exchanges that start at 0.1%, unless you use the token discount.
How to Reach a Higher HTX Prime Level
HTX calls its fee tiers Prime levels. Its fee page lists four ways to qualify for each one, joined by “or”: spot volume, futures volume, total assets, or HTX token holdings. These were the first five levels on October 8, 2026:
| Level | 30-day spot volume | 30-day futures volume | Total assets | HTX token assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prime 0 | Under 30,000 USDT | Under 300,000 USDT | Under 5,000 USDT | Under 1,000 USDT |
| Prime 1 | 30,000 USDT | 300,000 USDT | 5,000 USDT | 1,000 USDT |
| Prime 2 | 120,000 USDT | 5,000,000 USDT | 20,000 USDT | 4,000 USDT |
| Prime 3 | 600,000 USDT | 10,000,000 USDT | 60,000 USDT | 12,000 USDT |
| Prime 4 | 3,000,000 USDT | 20,000,000 USDT | 100,000 USDT | 20,000 USDT |
For most people the cheapest route to Prime 1 is the balance test. Keeping 5,000 USDT of assets on the exchange, or 1,000 USDT worth of the HTX token, qualifies without any trading volume at all.
Whether that is worth doing depends on how much you trade. Prime 1 saves 0.03% to 0.04% per trade against Prime 0. On $10,000 of monthly volume that is about $3 to $4. The token discount is worth more: 25% off at Prime 0 saves $5 on the same volume.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are HTX spot trading fees?
HTX spot trading fees start at 0.20% maker and 0.20% taker at the standard tier.
Does HTX offer a token fee discount?
Yes. Holding HTX or TRX can reduce eligible trading commission by 25% when the account qualifies for that discount.
What is HTX Prime 1?
Prime 1 is the first reduced-fee tier, reached at $30,000 in 30-day trading volume or at least $5,000 held in the prior 24 hours. It lowers spot fees to 0.16% maker and 0.17% taker.
What are HTX futures fees?
HTX perpetual futures start at 0.02% maker and 0.06% taker. Prime 1 lowers those rates to 0.018% maker and 0.055% taker.
Does HTX charge withdrawal fees?
HTX does not add a separate platform fee to crypto withdrawals, but blockchain network fees apply and vary by asset and chain.
Does HTX KYC lower trading fees?
No. KYC affects account permissions and limits, while trading fees come from the fee schedule, Prime tier, volume, holdings, and eligible token discounts.
How do I qualify for HTX Prime 1?
HTX lists four routes: 30,000 USDT in 30-day spot volume, 300,000 USDT in 30-day futures volume, 5,000 USDT in total assets, or 1,000 USDT worth of the HTX token.
