KuCoin
| Trust score | 9/10 (rank 12) |
|---|---|
| 24h volume | 25,251 BTC |
| Fees (maker / taker) | 0.10% / 0.10% |
| KYC | Required |
| Proof of reserves | Published |
| Insurance | Not disclosed |
| Licenses | Thailand (SEC), Australia (AUSTRAC), Turkey (registered) |
| Derivatives | Yes |
| Website | www.kucoin.com |
KuCoin is known for listing a very wide range of small-cap tokens. It was hacked for about $280M in 2020 and covered all user losses; in 2025 it settled with US authorities and exited the US market.
Pros
- Huge altcoin selection
- Covered all user losses after the 2020 hack
- Trading bots built in
Cons
- Exited the US market
- History of a major hack (2020)
Securing your KuCoin account
- Use a trading password plus 2FA; treat small caps as high-risk
Full walkthrough: exchange account security and the checklist.
Questions
Is KuCoin safe?
KuCoin publishes proof of reserves, has no publicly disclosed insurance fund and is licensed or registered in Thailand (SEC), Australia (AUSTRAC), Turkey (registered). Exited the US market. Keep only what you actively trade on any exchange.
What are KuCoin fees?
Base spot fees are 0.10% maker and 0.10% taker, lower with volume tiers.
Does KuCoin require KYC?
Yes, identity verification is required before trading or withdrawing.
Where is KuCoin based?
Founded in 2017. Headquarters: Seychelles.