Trading bonuses have become a valuable tool for traders looking to maximize their capital efficiency and reduce trading costs. Whether you're new to digital asset trading or an experienced investor, understanding how to effectively use a trading bonus can significantly enhance your trading experience. This guide explains everything you need to know about activating, using, and managing your trading bonus within supported platforms.
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What Is a Trading Bonus?
A trading bonus functions as supplementary funds that eligible traders can use in both spot and futures trading modes. These bonuses apply specifically to USDT-margined cross mode for perpetual futures, margin trading, and options (excluding simple options).
Once activated, the bonus can serve multiple purposes:
- Act as trading margin
- Offset trading losses
- Cover funding fees
- Pay for transaction fees
Importantly, the trading bonus is applied before your personal funds, helping preserve your own capital. While the bonus amount itself cannot be withdrawn, any profits generated using the bonus are fully withdrawable—making it a powerful tool for risk-managed trading.
Key Usage Requirements
Before you can benefit from a trading bonus, certain conditions must be met:
- You must complete identity verification (KYC).
- You must reside in a region where derivative trading is legally permitted.
These requirements ensure compliance with global regulatory standards and platform policies.
What Can You Do With a Trading Bonus?
A trading bonus isn’t just free credit—it’s a strategic asset. Here’s how you can leverage it:
- Increase your effective trading capital without adding personal funds.
- Reduce net trading costs by offsetting fees and losses.
- Improve risk management by minimizing the impact of short-term volatility on your balance.
The bonus works silently in the background, automatically being used ahead of your own assets when settling fees or losses.
How to Access Your Trading Bonus
Trading bonuses are typically distributed through promotional campaigns or events. To check if you have available bonuses:
On Mobile App:
- Go to Home
- Tap Menu
- Navigate to Reward Center > Trading Bonus
On Web Platform:
- Click More
- Select Reward Center > Trading Bonus
Once inside the Reward Center, you’ll see all available vouchers, including their values and expiration dates.
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Do You Need to Activate the Bonus?
Yes—activation is required before any trading bonus can be used. The voucher remains inactive in your Reward Center until you manually confirm activation.
After successful activation:
- The "Use" button will appear
- The bonus amount is automatically transferred to your trading account
- It becomes immediately available for margin or fee coverage
Tip: Always activate your bonus early to avoid missing out due to expiration.
Activation Conditions and Process
Activation is only supported under the following conditions:
- Your account must be in spot and futures mode
- If you're using another mode (e.g., classic or isolated), you must switch to spot and futures mode first
This ensures compatibility with the systems that manage cross-margin positions and funding calculations.
How to Check Your Bonus History
After activation, you can track how your bonus has been used:
On Mobile:
- Go to Assets > Trading Account > History
On Web:
- Navigate to My Assets > Order Center > Trading Account History
Here, you’ll see detailed records of:
- Bonus activation
- Usage against fees or losses
- Expiration of unused portions
This transparency helps you monitor performance and optimize future bonus usage.
How to View Your Bonus Balance
If you have multiple active vouchers, your total cumulative balance will be displayed as:
Total Activated Bonuses – Already Used Amount
To view your current balance:
- Go to Assets > Trading Account > USDT Equity, or
- Open the Trading Page > Assets > USDT Equity
You can also see the balance directly in the Reward Center after activation.
Note: The balance reflects real-time usage and adjusts automatically as fees are covered.
Scope of Trading Bonus Application
Not all products or modes support bonus usage. Here's where it applies:
- Account Mode: Spot & Futures
- Position Mode: Cross Mode Only
Supported Products:
- Margin Trading
- Perpetual Futures (USDT-margined)
- Options (excluding Simple Options)
This focused coverage ensures the bonus supports advanced trading strategies while maintaining system stability.
Reclaiming Unused Bonus: Important Rules
Platforms implement reclaim policies to maintain fairness and prevent abuse. Be aware of the following timelines:
Voucher Expiration Period
Each trading bonus voucher comes with a fixed validity period. If not activated before the expiry date, the voucher becomes void and cannot be recovered.
Bonus Usage Period
After activation, the bonus balance has a defined usage window. Any unused portion beyond this period may be reclaimed by the platform.
Switching Account Modes
If you exit spot and futures mode, any unutilized activated bonus will become invalid. Always plan your mode changes carefully.
Terms and Conditions You Should Know
To ensure fair use and regulatory compliance, keep these key rules in mind:
- ✅ Profits earned using the bonus are withdrawable
- ❌ The bonus itself cannot be transferred or withdrawn
- ⏳ Each bonus has two deadlines: one for activation, one for usage — check them in Reward Center > My Rewards
- 💬 The platform does not send automatic reminders for expiring bonuses — monitoring is your responsibility
- 💸 When both a trading bonus and commission cashback card are active, the bonus is used first — but the covered fees do not qualify for cashback
- 🌍 Availability depends on local regulations — some regions may not have access
- ⚠️ OKX reserves the right to suspend or reclaim bonuses if suspicious, abusive, or fraudulent activity is detected
OKX holds final interpretation rights over all terms related to trading bonus usage.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can I withdraw my trading bonus directly?
A: No, the bonus amount cannot be withdrawn. However, any profits generated using the bonus are fully withdrawable.
Q: Does the bonus work in isolated margin mode?
A: No — only cross-margin mode under spot and futures accounts is supported.
Q: What happens if I don’t activate my voucher on time?
A: The voucher will expire and cannot be recovered. Always check expiration dates in the Reward Center.
Q: Can I use multiple bonuses at once?
A: Yes — activated bonuses are combined into a single cumulative balance for ease of use.
Q: Will I get notified before my bonus expires?
A: No — the platform does not provide automatic alerts. Users must monitor expiry dates manually.
Q: Why was my bonus removed after switching account modes?
A: Switching out of spot and futures mode invalidates any unused activated bonus. Return to the correct mode to restore eligibility.
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