#CryptoFees101

💸 Crypto Fees 101: Where Does Your Money Really Go?

Think you’re paying just for coins? Think again. Every trade, transfer, and withdrawal comes with a hidden price tag. Here’s what you must know:

🔹 1. Trading Fees

Every time you buy/sell, platforms like Binance or Coinbase charge:

• Maker fee (you add liquidity): ~0.02%–0.10%

• Taker fee (you remove liquidity): ~0.04%–0.20%

👉 Pro tip: Use limit orders to avoid taker fees.

🔹 2. Network (Gas) Fees

Especially painful on Ethereum.

Sending $10? Might pay $15 in gas 💀

✅ Use L2s like Arbitrum or Optimism to save tons.

🔹 3. Withdrawal Fees

Exchanges charge a flat fee to move your crypto.

BTC: ~$5–$20 per withdrawal

SOL or MATIC: Much cheaper.

🔹 4. Slippage Costs

Trade big amounts on low-liquidity pairs? You’ll get less than expected.

🧠 Always check the slippage % before confirming.

🔹 5. Hidden Spread

Some apps (like Robinhood) show zero fees but quietly profit from worse prices.

⸻

📌 Remember:

High fees = slow portfolio growth.

Smart traders reduce costs like pros manage risk. 💼💡