Gate.io

Verified
Est. 2013 Cayman Islands KY
Exchange Spot Futures Margin Proof of Reserves 2FA

Gate.io offers one of the widest token selections in the industry with over 1,700 listed assets. While it excels at listing new and niche tokens early, its regulatory posture and security record remain areas of concern.

Trading Method
Spot, Futures, Margin
Total No. Cryptos
1700
BTC ETH SOL ...
Min Cost to Trade
No minimum
Trading Platforms
Web & Mobile App
Crypto Wallet Required
Yes
Noam Korbl
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2.5 /5
BELOW AVERAGE
Based on 50/100 Score
security
68/ 100
fees
84/ 100
trading
82/ 100
regulation
50/ 100
liquidity
75/ 100

Is Gate.io Available in Australia?

Gate.io operates Gate Australia, its local entity (Gate Information Pty Ltd), which is registered with AUSTRAC as a Digital Currency Exchange Provider since November 2023. AUD funding is available via Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, and Google Pay through third-party partners (Onramper and Legend Trading) rather than direct PayID or bank transfer. Australian users should check Gate Australia's current local product set before funding, and ASIC consumer protection rules apply to any derivatives or leveraged products.

For a new-token-listing competitor with similar coin range, see our MEXC review.

Pros

  • Massive selection of tokens including micro-cap altcoins
  • Competitive maker/taker fee structure
  • Startup and launchpad programs for early token access
  • Comprehensive futures and margin trading options

Cons

  • Weak regulatory standing with few licenses
  • Past security incidents have raised concerns
  • Interface can feel overwhelming for new users
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50 / 100
Gate.io Verified
Est. 2013 Cayman Islands KY
Trading
Spot Futures Margin
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Noam Korbl

About the Author: Noam Korbl

Noam Korbl is the co-founder of TheRockTrading.com and has been an online trader since 2014. He has a Bachelors in Finance from Monash University and has been an investor in shares and equities for decades, and successfully started and sold various online businesses.