#CryptoFees101

Whether you’re trading, transferring, or swapping—fees are part of the crypto experience. Knowing what you’re paying (and why) can help you navigate the ecosystem smarter.

🔹 1. Trading Fees

Charged when you buy or sell on a centralized exchange (CEX).

Maker Fee: When you place a limit order (adds liquidity)

Taker Fee: When you place a market order (takes liquidity)

💡 Usually lower for makers; check your exchange’s fee tier.

🔹 2. Network Fees (Gas)

Paid to blockchain validators for processing transactions.

Varies by network (e.g., Ethereum gas vs. Solana fees)

Can spike during high demand

💡 Layer 2s and alternative chains often offer lower fees.

🔹 3. Withdrawal Fees

Charged by exchanges when moving crypto to an external wallet.

Fixed per asset

Not the same as network fees

🔹 4. Swap/Conversion Fees

In DeFi or wallets, token swaps may include slippage + protocol fee.