Bitget Review

Bitget review: copy trading, futures from 0.02% maker, the hack of 24 Sep 2026 and no new customers from Germany since 16 Jan 2026. Our report with ratings across 7 categories.

Crypto exchange with copy trading and low futures fees

Bitget at a glance

What sets Bitget apart: copy trading with leaderboards, a budget cap and a stop per copied trader.

Who is Bitget for?

Bitget suits beginners who want to use copy trading and futures traders who care about low maker fees. Copied trades can lose money just like your own. Since 16 Jan 2026, residents of Germany have not been able to open a new account.

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Key facts at a glance

Bitget reports more than 125 million users. It is best known for copy trading: you pick another user and their trades are mirrored in your account. CoinGecko lists over 600 coins (as of 17 Oct 2026), and futures cost 0.02% maker fee at the base tier. Important for readers in Germany: since 16 Jan 2026 Bitget has not accepted new customers resident in Germany, and Bitget holds no MiCA license in the EU. On 24 Sep 2026 Bitget's hot and warm wallets were hacked; Bitget puts the loss at about USD 388 million and says it was covered by its protection fund.

  • Founded: 2018
  • Headquarters: Seychelles
  • Users: 125M+
  • Coins: 600+
  • Regulation: No MiCA license (application with Austria's FMA pending)
  • Min. deposit: None

Overall score

8.3/10 – Very good

  • Security (21%): 7.0/10
  • Usability (20%): 9.0/10
  • Features (12.5%): 9.5/10
  • Support (12.5%): 7.5/10
  • Fees (13%): 9.0/10
  • Payment methods (11%): 7.5/10
  • Offering (10%): 9.0/10

Percentage = weight in the overall score. Ratings from 1 to 10.

Detailed review

Seven categories, each with a score, verdict, and the most important checks.

Security: 7.0/10

On 24 Sep 2026 attackers drained crypto assets from Bitget's hot and warm wallets. Bitget first reported USD 351.6 million, later about USD 388 million; according to Bitget, cold wallets were not affected and the loss was covered by its protection fund. In addition, Bitget has no MiCA license in the EU. We deduct points for both. Bitget publishes proof-of-reserves monthly.

  • Hack on 24 Sep 2026: hot and warm wallets, about USD 388M per Bitget (first reported as USD 351.6M)
  • Cold wallets not affected per Bitget; loss covered by the protection fund, withdrawals restored in phases by 2 Oct 2026
  • Protection fund back above USD 300M on 30 Sep 2026 per Bitget (held in BTC, value moves with the price)
  • Monthly proof-of-reserves, latest 122% coverage for August 2026 (per Bitget)
  • No MiCA license in the EU; Bitget EU's application with Austria's FMA is pending (as of 2 Jul 2026)
  • Two-factor authentication (2FA) and anti-phishing code

Usability: 9.0/10

The platform has a clear layout. Both the web interface and the mobile app offer clear navigation.

  • Clear dashboard for beginners
  • Trading interface with chart, order book and advanced order types
  • Mobile app for iOS and Android
  • Bitget Academy with tutorials and guides
  • German language option available

Features: 9.5/10

Bitget offers copy trading, futures with up to 125x leverage (BTCUSD coin-margined), launchpad, earn products, trading bots and its own token, BGB.

  • Copy trading: follow other traders with your own budget
  • Futures with up to 125x leverage (BTCUSD coin-margined, per Bitget Jan 2026)
  • Bitget Launchpad for new token launches
  • Earn products: staking, savings, dual investment
  • BGB token with a discount on spot fees
  • Grid trading and other bot strategies

Support: 7.5/10

Customer support is available via live chat and email. Response times are acceptable, but could be faster for complex requests.

  • Live chat
  • Email support with ticket system
  • Help center with FAQ
  • Community support via Telegram and Discord
  • No phone support

Fees: 9.0/10

Futures cost 0.02% maker and 0.06% taker at the base tier, spot 0.1%. Paying spot fees in BGB brings them down to 0.08%.

  • Spot: 0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (standard)
  • Futures: 0.02% maker / 0.06% taker
  • Spot paid in BGB: 0.08% (20% discount)
  • VIP tiers with further volume-based discounts
  • No deposit fees for crypto deposits

Payment methods: 7.5/10

Bitget lists card payments, bank transfer and a P2P marketplace. Which options are available depends on your country of residence. For residents of Germany, this has only mattered for existing accounts since 16 Jan 2026.

  • Credit / debit card (Visa, Mastercard)
  • Bank transfer (depending on country, e.g. SEPA)
  • Apple Pay and Google Pay
  • P2P marketplace for local payment methods
  • Crypto deposit from external wallets

Offering: 9.0/10

CoinGecko lists 632 coins and 695 trading pairs for Bitget (as of 17 Oct 2026). Besides majors, many new altcoins are listed.

  • 600+ coins in spot trading (CoinGecko, 17 Oct 2026)
  • USDT-margined and coin-margined futures
  • Early listings of new projects via Launchpad
  • Margin trading for selected pairs

Pros

  • Copy trading with leaderboards and a budget cap per trader
  • Futures fees of 0.02% maker / 0.06% taker at the base tier
  • 600+ tradable coins (CoinGecko, 17 Oct 2026)
  • Protection fund, above USD 300M per Bitget (30 Sep 2026)
  • BGB token: 20% discount on spot fees
  • Earn products and trading bots

Cons

  • No new customers resident in Germany since 16 Jan 2026
  • Hack on 24 Sep 2026 (about USD 388M per Bitget)
  • No MiCA license in the EU
  • No phone support
  • KYC required for full functionality
  • Not headquartered in the EU (Seychelles)
  • A bit complex for pure spot buyers

Fees

Futures cost 0.02% (maker) and 0.06% (taker) at the base tier, spot 0.1%. Paying in BGB lowers the spot fee to 0.08%, and VIP tiers reduce rates further.

  • Spot trading: Maker 0.10%, Taker 0.10% (Standard tier)
  • Spot (with BGB): Maker 0.08%, Taker 0.08% (20% discount with BGB)
  • Futures: Maker 0.02%, Taker 0.06% (Standard tier)
  • Crypto deposit: Free
  • Crypto withdrawal: Network fee (Depends on coin/network)

Sign up at Bitget

  1. Create an account: Visit bitget.com and click "Sign up". Enter your email address and create a secure password. Note: since 16 Jan 2026, residents of Germany have not been able to open a new Bitget account.
  2. Verify your identity (KYC): Upload an ID document (national ID or passport) and take a selfie for verification.
  3. Deposit funds: Deposit via bank transfer, card or crypto transfer. Available options depend on your country. Bitget charges no fee for crypto deposits.
  4. Buy cryptocurrencies: Pick your desired cryptocurrency and place a market or limit order. CoinGecko lists over 600 coins for Bitget (as of 17 Oct 2026).
  5. Optional: enable copy trading: Open the copy trading section, pick a trader from the leaderboard and set your budget. Their trades are then mirrored in your account, including losses.

Frequently asked questions about Bitget

Is Bitget reputable and safe?

Bitget reports more than 125 million users and publishes proof-of-reserves monthly. On 24 Sep 2026 its hot and warm wallets were hacked; Bitget first reported USD 351.6 million, later about USD 388 million. According to Bitget, cold wallets were not affected, the loss was covered by its protection fund, and withdrawals were restored by 2 Oct 2026. Bitget holds no MiCA license in the EU; its application with Austria's FMA is pending. Keep only the funds you need for trading on any exchange.

How high are the fees at Bitget?

Spot trading costs 0.10% (maker/taker), futures trading 0.02% maker and 0.06% taker. Paying spot fees in BGB brings them to 0.08%. VIP tiers reduce rates further.

Can I deposit in euros at Bitget?

Bitget lists card payments, bank transfer and P2P; availability depends on your country of residence. Since 16 Jan 2026, residents of Germany have not been able to open a new account.

What is copy trading at Bitget?

With copy trading, another user's trades are mirrored automatically in your account. You pick them from the leaderboard, set your budget, and the platform opens and closes the same positions for you. Past results on the leaderboard say nothing about future ones.

Do I need KYC verification at Bitget?

KYC verification is required for full functionality (fiat deposits, higher withdrawal limits). You need an ID and a selfie.

How does the BGB token work?

BGB is the Bitget utility token. Paying spot fees in BGB gives a 20% discount (0.08% instead of 0.10%). It also gives access to launchpad events and staking. You can buy and hold BGB directly on Bitget.

Is Bitget available in Germany?

No, not for new customers. Since 16 Jan 2026, residents of Germany have not been able to open a new Bitget account, and the terms of use list Germany among prohibited countries. For existing accounts Bitget has not named an end date and says it will announce changes in advance. Bitget holds no MiCA license for the EU.

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As of October 17, 2026

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