#TradingTypes101
Why Traders Keep Getting Liquidated on Binance: The Hidden Leverage Trap Explained ๐ฅ๐ธ
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Youโve probably heard that leverage is a powerful tool to multiply your profits quickly. But the harsh reality? Itโs often a setup where the exchange and big players winโand retail traders lose. Binance offers leverage levels up to 15x, 40x, even 100xโnot to help you consistently profit, but because frequent liquidations generate huge fees and income for the platform. This isnโt financial independence; itโs a cleverly disguised risk trap โ ๏ธ.
Letโs dive into how leverage truly works behind the scenes, how large traders exploit it to their advantage, and how smart investors use leverage carefully to protect their capital and grow steadily. ๐๐
1. The Myth of Leverage: Why Itโs Riskier Than It Looks โ ๏ธ๐งจ
Leverage magnifies both gains and losses, which might sound balancedโbut the system is designed in a way that favors the house ๐ฆ.
โก๏ธ Higher leverage means a much narrower margin for error.
โก๏ธ For example, at 40x leverage, even a 2.5% price move against you can liquidate your entire position ๐ฑ.
โก๏ธ Binance profits from each executed trade and liquidation ๐ฐ. The quicker your position is wiped out, the more they earn in fees.
๐ก Pro traders (whales) use low leverage (2xโ3x) to minimize liquidation risk. They aim for steady gains, unlike retail traders chasing quick profits with risky 100x leverage.
๐ While many chase 100x, the pros secure long-term success quietly and smartly.