This list includes some of the world’s most trusted cryptocurrency exchanges, selected based on trading volume, licenses, security, and user experience. While not a ranking, all platforms listed here are well-established and widely used across the global crypto market.
| Exchange | Licenses & Compliance | Founded | Supported Assets | Features | Country HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binance | Registered in multiple jurisdictions (France, Dubai, etc.) | 2017 | 350+ cryptos | Largest global exchange, advanced tools, P2P, staking, NFT, Launchpad | Global (previously Cayman Islands, now UAE-based) |
| Coinbase | Regulated by FinCEN, SEC (US listed company) | 2012 | 200+ cryptos | Beginner-friendly, public company, strong regulatory framework | United States |
| Kraken | FinCEN, FCA, FSA Japan, AUSTRAC | 2011 | 200+ cryptos | High security, fiat onboarding, margin trading | United States |
| Bybit | Registered in UAE, compliance in progress in EU & APAC | 2018 | 300+ cryptos | Popular derivatives exchange, copy trading, launchpad | Dubai (UAE) |
| OKX | Registered in Bahamas, expanding in EU & Hong Kong | 2017 | 300+ cryptos | Strong derivatives platform, trading bot, wallet & Web3 features | Seychelles / Global |
| KuCoin | Registered in Seychelles, operates globally | 2017 | 700+ cryptos | Huge altcoin offering, lending/staking, bots, launchpad | Seychelles |
| Bitget | Registered in Seychelles, licenses in Lithuania | 2018 | 500+ cryptos | Copy trading, flexible futures, local support in Vietnam | Singapore / Seychelles |
| Gate.io | Licenses in Lithuania, Seychelles | 2013 | 1400+ cryptos | One of the largest altcoin selections, startup program, staking | Cayman Islands |
| MEXC | Licenses in Estonia, Lithuania | 2018 | 1600+ cryptos | Fast listings, high leverage futures, Vietnamese language support | Seychelles / Singapore |
| HTX (Huobi) | Compliance in Dubai, Hong Kong | 2013 | 500+ cryptos | Rebranded from Huobi, launchpool, staking, futures | Seychelles / Asia |
🛠️ Criteria for Inclusion
- Regulatory status or compliance: Licensed or following strong AML/KYC practices.
- Security: 2FA, cold wallet storage, proof of reserves (where available).
- Liquidity & Volume: High daily trading volume and user base.
- Features: Margin, futures, staking, launchpads, NFT, etc.
- Reputation in the crypto community