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Trade crypto with up to 2x leverage and no wallet

Use crypto CFDs to speculate on movements in Bitcoin, Ether and more, with a trusted global FX broker.

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Why trade cryptocurrency CFDs? 

Security and convenience

With CFDs you can trade crypto prices without the hassle of buying and storing the coin itself. This means no wallets to manage or access keys to be lost. 

Up to 2x leverage

Crypto CFDs are traded on margin, so you only have to put down a fraction of your position value, amplifying returns (or losses) relative to your initial investment.

Long and short opportunities

With CFDs you’re not reliant on prices going up. Going long or short means you can trade rising and falling markets, increasing earning potential. 

A way into global markets

CFD trading isn’t limited to crypto. With us you can use CFDs to take a position on thousands of financial markets, including forex, shares and commodities.

Why trade cryptocurrency CFDs with Pepperstone?

Round-the-clock access

Our crypto trading is available 24/7, with no weekend platform downtime or associated price gaps. 

Ultra-competitive pricing

Keep your trading costs down with BTC/USD spreads from $15 and ETH/USD from $2. 

Platforms and tools

Choose from TradingView, MT5, MT4, cTrader or our own Pepperstone platform. 

Speed and reliability

Execution speeds from 50 milliseconds, a 99.89% fill rate and no dealer intervention.¹

Please note that trading cryptocurrency CFDs involves speculating on crypto price movements, with no right of ownership to the underlying asset. As a leveraged product, CFDs are considered high risk – as you could lose significantly more than your initial deposit if the market turns against you. Ensure you understand how CFDs work, and consider using tools such as stop-losses to limit your exposure. 

On which cryptocurrencies does Pepperstone offer CFDs? 

Bitcoin and Ethereum

With markets priced in AUD, USD, GBP and EUR 

Nearly 20 other popular coins

Including Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin, Ripple, Polkadot, Dogecoin and more 

Three crypto indices

Tracking the performance of the top 10, 20 and 30 cryptocurrencies by market cap 

Weekend trading

Most of our crypto CFDs can be traded 24/7 with no platform downtime. 

Choose a broker trusted by 750,000 traders worldwide²

We are one of the world’s leading margin FX and CFD brokers. The Pepperstone Group is regulated by ASIC, BaFin, CMA, CySEC, DFSA, FCA and SCB, and is proud to have won a number of awards for our products and service.

Best Forex Trading Platform

ADVFN International Finance Awards 2025 

Best Overall Broker

Compare Forex Brokers Awards 2025 

Global Forex Broker of the Year

FxScouts Annual Broker Awards 2022-24 

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Investment Trends Australia Leveraged Trading Report 2024 

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How to start trading cryptocurrency CFDs with Pepperstone

Choose your account type

Standard CFD account 

For standard pricing on our full range of CFDs and margin FX 

Razor CFD account 

For tighter spreads and competitive commissions on margin FX 

Choose your platform

With us you can trade your way with: 

MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 | cTrader | TradingView | Pepperstone platform

Verify and deposit

Once we’ve confirmed your identity and suitability for our products, you can choose to deposit via multiple fee-free funding methods. 

VISA | Mastercard | PayPal| Google Pay | Apple Pay | PayID | Skrill | Neteller | BPAY | Domestic Bank Transfer 

Plan and execute your strategy

You can use CFDs to go long or short on around 20 individual cryptocurrencies, or take a broader view with our Crypto 10, Crypto 20 and Crypto 30 indices. 

Managing crypto trading risk

Cryptocurrency CFDs tend to be much more volatile than traditional currencies, prone to sharp and sudden moves in price often driven by unpredictable speculative forces. This means that, while the leverage available on crypto CFDs is generally lower than other asset classes, there is a risk of losing significant amounts of money very quickly.

Additionally, like with all financial markets, underlying spreads may widen during periods of volatility, potential increasing your costs.

So make sure you fully understand the nature of CFD and cryptocurrency trading, and consider using our automated risk management tools to help protect your capital – although do bear in mind that these are not guaranteed and may execute at a worse level than requested if the market moves quickly or gaps: 

 

Stop-lossesTake-profitsTrailing stops Alerts 
Set where to trigger a closing order if the market moves against you Set where to trigger a closing order if the market moves in your favour   Choose for your stop-loss to follow positives moves in the market  Set up to receive notifications of changes in market conditions 

 

Learn more about cryptocurrency trading

What is cryptocurrency CFD trading and how does it work?

Over the past few years, crypto trading has surged in popularity as Bitcoin captured global headlines. The potential for high returns and the appeal of a decentralised financial system makes digital currencies highly attractive to many.

What are the most traded cryptocurrency CFDs globally?

From being speculative assets a decade ago, cryptocurrency CFDs have matured into a diverse ecosystem of financial tools, attracting both retail and institutional traders worldwide.

What is Bitcoin trading and how do you trade it with CFDs?

Pepperstone only offers CFDs over this asset meaning there is no ownership of the underlying asset. Bitcoin trading has revolutionised the traditional investment landscape.  But how does Bitcoin trading work, and what strategies should you employ?

How to trade Ethereum

Learn how to trade Ethereum (ether) with practical strategies, risk management, and real-world insights. Whether you’re refining your skills or exploring new opportunities, this guide breaks it down in a clear, no-nonsense way.

Cryptocurrency trading FAQs

What is cryptocurrency CFD trading?

Cryptocurrency CFD trading allows you to speculate on the price movements of cryptocurrencies (like Bitcoin or Ethereum) without owning the underlying asset. You trade on price changes, either long (buy) or short (sell). 

How does CFD trading differ from buying the cryptocurrency itself?

When you buy cryptocurrencies directly, you own the asset and store it in a digital wallet. With CFDs, you're entering a contract with a broker to exchange the difference in price between the time you open and close a position – without owning the asset.

By trading crypto CFDs you are typically able to trade on margin, meaning you can amplify your potential profits and losses relative to your initial investment. You can also choose to short sell the underlying cryptocurrency if you think the price is likely to fall. 

Do I need a crypto wallet to trade CFDs?

No. You’re not buying the actual cryptocurrency, so there's no need for a digital wallet. 

What are our cryptocurrency CFD trading hours?

-Trading sessions start at 00:05 instead of 00:01 only in Pepperstone Platform

Symbol/SecurityMonday-ThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
ADAUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
AAVUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
ARBUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
ATMUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
AVAXUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
BCHUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
BNBUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
BNKUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
BTCAUD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 11:00, 13:00 - 23:59
BTCEUR00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 11:00, 13:00 - 23:59
BTCGBP00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 11:00, 13:00 - 23:59
BTCUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
COMPUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
Crypto1000:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
Crypto2000:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
Crypto3000:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
DOGEUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
DOTUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
EOSUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
ETCUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
ETHAUD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 11:00, 13:00 - 23:59
ETHEUR00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 11:00, 13:00 - 23:59
ETHGBP00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 11:00, 13:00 - 23:59
ETHUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
FLOUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 11:00, 13:00 - 23:59
GLMRUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
JUPUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
KSMUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
LINKUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
LTCUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
MANUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
MATICUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
NERUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
ONDUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
PEPUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
SANUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
SHBUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
SOLUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
TRXUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
UNIUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
WIFUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
XLMUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
XRPUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59
XTZUSD00:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:5500:01 - 23:5900:01 - 23:59

*(MT4 platform closes at 23:49 UTC+2)

What influences cryptocurrency prices?

Like all financial markets, crypto prices are affected by a range of factors, including:

  • Limited supply: Coins like Bitcoin have a capped supply, creating scarcity
  • Mining/Issuance rate: Coins with slower or declining issuance (eg halving events) can see upward pressure on price
  • Market sentiment driven by things like news, celebrity and influencer endorsements, social media trends, reports of security breaches and fraud 
  • Regulatory changes and government policies (eg relating to taxation) 
  • Broader economic conditions – eg inflation, interest rates, strength of fiat currencies 
  • Technological developments that make crypto more or less appealing
  • Adoption by institutions and corporation like banks and hedge funds
  • A lack of liquidity on smaller exchanges, which can lead to sharp price swings 
Is cryptocurrency CFD trading regulated?

All our CFD instruments, including those based on cryptocurrencies, are offered under our CySEC regulation. However, please remember, underlying cryptocurrency markets remain unregulated and involve significant risk. 

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2 Fill rates and speeds are based on all trading data from 1-31 January 2025 

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