Company Overview and Regulation

Exness, a forex and CFD broker established in 2008, is headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus. It is regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK, two of the most respected regulatory bodies in the financial industry. This regulation ensures Exness adheres to strict standards of conduct, financial reporting, and client fund segregation. Additionally, Exness is a member of the Investor Compensation Fund, protecting clients' funds up to €20,000 in case of insolvency.
Trading Risks
- Regulatory Risks: Changes in regulations or legal frameworks in different jurisdictions can affect trading conditions and impact trading activities.
- Loss of Capital: Trading involves the risk of losing some or all invested capital. Traders should never trade with funds they cannot afford to lose.
Exness Headlines
- Record Trading Volumes for Q1 2022: In April 2022, Exness reported over $1.2 trillion in trading volumes for the first quarter of the year, driven by increased market volatility and strong global demand.
- Expanded Cryptocurrency Offerings: In February 2022, Exness added Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin, and Ethereum Classic to its trading platform, enhancing its cryptocurrency offerings.
- New Loyalty Program: Launched in November 2021, Exness's loyalty program rewards traders with benefits like cashback on trades, reduced swap rates, and exclusive access to trading tools.
- Best Forex Broker in the Middle East: In October 2021, Exness was awarded Best Forex Broker in the Middle East at the Global Forex Awards.
High-Risk Investment
Trading in financial markets, including forex, commodities, and cryptocurrencies, involves high risk. Prices can be extremely volatile, leading to rapid fluctuations.
Trading Platforms
Exness provides access to MetaTrader 4 (MT4) and MetaTrader 5 (MT5), both popular and widely used platforms known for their advanced charting tools, customizable features, and user-friendly interfaces.
- MT4: Offers a wide range of technical analysis tools, 30 built-in indicators, custom indicators, and automated trading strategies. It supports backtesting and the creation of indicators and Expert Advisors (EAs) using the MQL4 programming language.
- MT5: A newer platform with advanced charting tools, additional order types, and the ability to trade more instruments like stocks and futures. MT5 offers advanced features for automated trading, including more advanced testing and optimization tools.
Both platforms are available on desktop, web, and mobile versions, making it easy for traders to access their accounts from anywhere. They offer features to help manage risk, such as stop-loss and take-profit orders, trailing stops, and partial close orders.
Products
Exness offers spot and CFD trading on nearly 100 forex pairs, over 30 cryptocurrencies, precious metals, energies, stocks, and indices. Clients can access leverage up to 1:2000, depending on the product and account type.
Fees & Commissions
Exness offers floating spreads starting from 0.3 pips on Standard Cent Accounts and 0.1 pips on Standard Accounts, with no commissions. Here are some typical spreads and commissions:
- EUR/USD: 0.8 pips (Standard Account), 0.0-0.1 pips (Raw Spread Account), $3.5 – $5 per lot commission.
- GBP/USD: 1.2 pips (Standard Account), 0.3-0.4 pips (Raw Spread Account), $3.5 – $5 per lot commission.
- Gold: 22.0 pips (Standard Account), 0.3-0.4 pips (Raw Spread Account), $3.5 – $5 per lot commission.
- Bitcoin: 55.0 pips (Standard Account), 30.0-40.0 pips (Raw Spread Account), $3.5 – $5 per lot commission.
For live spreads, refer to the trading platform.
Leverage
Leverage varies by account type, instrument, and trading entity, up to 1:2000 for some accounts and instruments. Traders should use risk management strategies when trading with high leverage.
Mobile Apps
Exness offers mobile apps for iOS and Android, allowing traders to trade on-the-go. Key features include a user-friendly interface, real-time quotes and charts, trade management, multiple account management, and push notifications.
Payment Methods
- Deposit Options: Bank transfer, credit/debit cards, e-wallets (Neteller, Skrill, WebMoney), and cryptocurrencies (Bitcoin, Litecoin, Ethereum).
- Withdrawal Options: Bank transfer, credit/debit cards, e-wallets, and cryptocurrencies.
Demo Account
Exness provides a free and unlimited demo account with real-time market conditions, access to all trading instruments, and the same features as a live account on MT4 and MT5 platforms.
Additional Features
Exness offers comprehensive educational resources, including webinars, video tutorials, trading strategies, Trading Central access, and a Forex Glossary. Traders can also use tools like VPS hosting, profit/margin calculators, economic calendars, and live streaming news.
Live Account Types
Exness offers various account types to suit different trading styles:
- Cent Account: $1 minimum deposit, 0.3 pips spreads, up to 1:2000 leverage, no commission.
- Mini Account: $1 minimum deposit, 0.3 pips spreads, up to 1:2000 leverage, no commission.
- Classic Account: $2,000 minimum deposit, 0.1 pips spreads, up to 1:2000 leverage, no commission.
- ECN Account: $300 minimum deposit, 0.0 pips spreads, up to 1:200 leverage, $2.5 per lot commission.
- Pro Account: $200 minimum deposit, 0.0 pips spreads, up to 1:200 leverage, $3.5 per lot commission.
Trading Hours
- Forex: 24 hours a day, 5 days a week.
- Cryptocurrencies: 24/7.
- Metals and Energies: Monday to Friday.
- Indices: Monday to Friday.
Customer Support
Exness offers 24/7 live chat support, email support at support@exness.com, and phone support at +357 25 030 959 (available 24/5). They are also active on social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Education
Exness provides webinars, video tutorials, trading strategies, Trading Central reports, and a comprehensive Forex Glossary to help traders enhance their skills and knowledge.
FAQ
- Trading Platforms: Exness offers MT4, MT5, and Exness Trader.
- Account Types: Standard, Pro, Raw Spread, and Zero accounts.
- Deposit and Withdrawal Options: Bank wire transfer, credit/debit cards, Skrill, Neteller, WebMoney, Perfect Money, and more.
- Minimum Deposit: $1 for Standard and Pro accounts, $200 for Raw Spread, and $500 for Zero accounts.
Exness combines regulatory compliance, competitive trading conditions, and a wide range of trading instruments to offer a robust trading experience for traders of all levels.