1. What Is a Contract for Difference (CFD)
A Contract for Difference (CFD) is a derivative financial instrument. Its underlying logic is: you do not need to hold the underlying asset itself — you simply predict the direction of price movement and profit from the difference between the buy price and the sell price. Choose Buy when you expect the price to rise, and Sell when you expect it to fall. Once the price moves in the direction you anticipated, you can close the position to realize your profit. Bitunix CFD covers major global asset classes including Forex, Commodities, Precious Metals, Indices, US Stocks, and ETFs — all settled uniformly in USDx, allowing you to access multiple markets through a single account.
2. Core Advantages of CFD Trading
✅ Multi-Market Unified Settlement: Forex, Commodities, Indices, and US Stocks all under one roof, uniformly denominated in USDx.
✅ No Manual Leverage Adjustment: The maximum leverage for each instrument is preset by the system, and the overall account risk is measured uniformly by Margin Level — simplifying risk management.
✅ Flexible Take-Profit & Stop-Loss: Supports setting TP/SL by price or by percentage change, with the system displaying estimated P&L in real time.
✅ One-Click Quick Orders: Advanced users can enable Quick Mode and execute trades with a single click — ideal for fast, short-term operations.
3. CFD Trading Guide (Web)
First, log in to the official Bitunix website and click the 【CFD】 button in the top navigation bar. You will be redirected to the CFD trading page.
If you have not completed identity verification, you must complete the verification process before trading CFDs. Click the 【Enable Account】 button at the bottom of the trading panel on the right side. The system will display an identity verification confirmation window. Click 【Verify Now】 to proceed.
After clicking 【Verify Now】, you will be redirected to the identity verification page. Follow the instructions on the page to upload a valid identity document and complete the identity verification process.
After completing identity verification, click the 【CFD】 button again. The system will display a trading risk disclosure notice explaining the potential risks associated with CFD trading. If you wish to continue trading, check the 【Agree】 box and click 【Confirm】.
To trade CFDs, first select your desired trading instrument from the left side (such as S&P 500, Gold, Silver, Brent Crude Oil, etc.). Then, select either 【Market】 or 【Limit】 order mode in the trading panel on the right side, and enter the required information, including quantity, price, take profit, and stop loss settings. After confirming the details, click the button at the bottom to submit your order.
Note: CFD trading operates through a separate account system. Your CFD account does not contain funds by default. You must transfer funds from your Spot account to your CFD account before you can start trading.
⚠️ Regional Access: CFD trading is subject to regional compliance requirements. The system will determine your access eligibility based on your IP address and KYC country information. If CFD services are restricted in your region, you may receive a notification indicating that you can only close existing positions or that opening new positions is unavailable.
After opening a position, understanding your position costs and account risk level is essential for responsible trading. CFD trading may involve costs such as spreads and overnight fees (swap fees), which vary depending on the trading instrument. We recommend checking the relevant fee details on the trading page before placing an order.
4. Risk Disclaimer & Trading Advice
CFDs are high-risk derivative financial instruments, and prices may experience significant fluctuations. Beginner traders are advised to follow the core principle of "Light Positions, Strict Stop-Losses, and Ample Margin Buffer":
⚠️ Start with small lot sizes to avoid tying up too much available margin at once.
⚠️ Always set a stop-loss for every trade and plan your maximum acceptable loss in advance.
⚠️ Pay attention to each instrument's trading hours and market closures. Avoid holding heavy positions near market close or ahead of major data releases.
⚠️ Holding positions overnight will incur overnight/swap fees. If you plan to hold long-term positions, factor these costs into your P&L calculations.
⚠️ Closely monitor your Margin Level at all times and maintain a safe distance from the 30% liquidation threshold.
Special Notice
The CFD feature is currently available only to users in selected countries and regions. In the future, we will gradually expand the availability of this feature to more countries and regions based on business development needs and local regulatory requirements, providing trading services to more users.
Disclaimer
This article is not intended to provide:
(i) investment advice or investment recommendations;
(ii) an offer or solicitation to buy, sell, or hold digital assets; or
(iii) financial, accounting, legal, or tax advice.
Digital assets (including stablecoins and NFTs) involve high risk and may be highly volatile. You should carefully consider whether trading or holding digital assets is suitable for you based on your financial situation. For your specific circumstances, consult your legal, tax, or investment professionals. You are responsible for understanding and complying with all applicable local laws and regulations.