When you enter the world of crypto, you immediately encounter two concepts: spot and futures. Let's figure out what they are and how to earn from them. 🚀
What is spot? 🛒
In spot trading, you buy real cryptocurrency.
For example: bought 1 Bitcoin — it's immediately in your wallet.
Want — hold it for a year. Want — sell it tomorrow.
Features of spot trading:
— You trade without debt.
— You only lose the amount you invested.
— There is no additional risk of "liquidation."
— Great for long-term investments.
Who is suitable for spot:
✅ For beginners.
✅ For those who want to calmly accumulate cryptocurrency.
✅ For those who don't want to be nervous every hour.
What are futures? ⚡
Futures are trading not the cryptocurrency itself, but its price.
You can earn from both price increases and decreases!
You trade contracts, not real coins.
Features of futures:
— You can open a position for an increase (long) or for a decrease (short).
— There is an opportunity to take leverage (x5, x10, etc.) to increase income.
— But: if the market moves against you, you'll lose money quickly.
Who is suitable for futures:
✅ For those who already understand the market.
✅ Those who can control risks.
✅ For those who are ready to learn and accept losses.
It's important to remember! ⚠️
Futures can bring more profit, but the risk is much higher here.
In spot trading, you only lose when selling coins for less than you bought them.
In futures, you can lose your entire deposit in one unfortunate moment (especially with high leverage).
Conclusion:
If you're a beginner — start with spot. 🛡️
Enhance your knowledge, learn to analyze the market, and then try futures with a small volume.
And remember: in crypto, it's important not only to earn but also to keep what you've earned. 💎