Beginner's Guide to Spot Trading on Bitget (2025 Latest Edition)

Bitget is a leading global cryptocurrency exchange. It supports multiple trading types, including spot, futures, and copy trading. Spot trading is simple and direct, making it suitable for beginners. This article will guide you on how to start spot trading on Bitget from scratch, including how to sign up for an account, deposit funds, and spot trade.

Step 1: Sign up for a Bitget account

1. Visit the official Bitget website. Tap the Sign up button in the top right, or go to this sign-up page directly.

2. Choose a method to sign up (email or mobile number is recommended)

● Enter your email address or mobile number.

● Create a strong password (at least eight characters, including uppercase and lowercase letters and numbers).

● If you have a referral code, enter it to enjoy a transaction fee discount (e.g., some public codes offer a 10–20% discount).

● Check the boxes to agree to the User Agreement and Privacy Policy.

● Tap Next to proceed.

3. Verify with your email/mobile number. A verification code will be sent to your email or mobile phone. Enter the code to complete sign-up.

4. Complete identity verification (highly recommended)

● After sign-up, go to Profile > Identity verification.

● Upload photos of the front and back of your ID (e.g., ID card or passport) and a selfie holding the ID (or complete facial recognition).

● The review process usually takes from a few minutes to a few hours. Why is identity verification mandatory? Without identity verification, you cannot deposit, withdraw, or trade spot. Most features and products on Bitget require verified accounts.

5. Complete security configurations (required)

● Enable Google Authenticator or complete two-factor authentication (2FA) via SMS.

● Set an anti-phishing code and enable a withdrawal address whitelist.

Sign-up is completely free and can be completed in about 5 minutes.

Step 2: How to deposit funds on Bitget

Bitget supports two main deposit methods: On-chain cryptocurrency deposits (most common, lowest fees) and fiat deposits.

Method 1: Cryptocurrency deposit (recommended for beginners: buy USDT first, then transfer it in)

1. After logging in, tap Assets in the top right, then select Deposit.

2. Choose the cryptocurrency you want to deposit (e.g., USDT, BTC, ETH).

3. Select the network (choosing a low-fee network is highly recommended):

● For USDT, TRC-20 is recommended (Tron network, almost zero fees, credited in seconds).

● Other popular networks: ERC-20 (Ethereum) and BEP-20 (BNB Smart Chain).

4. The system will generate a unique deposit address and QR code.

5. Transfer funds from your external wallet or another exchange (like Binance, OKX, MetaMask, Trust Wallet) to this address. Note: The coin and network must match exactly. If they do not match, your assets could be permanently lost. The minimum deposit is typically around 1 USDT.

6. The deposit usually arrives within seconds or minutes. Tap Assets for the status.

Method 2: Fiat deposit (beginner-friendly)

1. Select Buy Crypto at the top of the page.

2. Choose from options like Recurring Buy, P2P trading, or Bitget Card.

● Recurring Buy: Set up recurring crypto purchases using fiat currency—no complex conversions needed.

● P2P trading: Bitget P2P supports over 100 payment methods, including bank transfer, SEPA, e-wallets, and online payment systems.

● Bitget Card.

3. Enter the amount > select your payment method > complete the payment. The crypto will be credited directly to your spot account.

After depositing, your funds will appear in your spot account.

Step 3: How to do spot trading

Spot trading means using your funds to directly buy or sell cryptocurrencies with real-time settlement, so you actually own the assets.

Using the website (recommended for using a larger screen to view chart analysis)

1. Log in and select Trade at the top, then select Spot.

2. In the search bar, select a trading pair, for example:

● BTC/USDT (Bitcoin/stablecoin)

● ETH/USDT, SOL/USDT, etc.

3. The trading interface will display the candlestick chart, order book, and recent market trades.

4. On the right-side order panel, select an order type:

● Market order: The simplest method to execute instantly at the current best price (ideal for quick trades).

● Limit order: Set your desired buy/sell price; executes automatically when the market reaches that price (more precise).

● TP/SL trigger order: An advanced order where you can set a trigger price.

5. Enter the quantity or amount, and select Buy (green) or Sell (red).

6. Once the order is filled, the assets will immediately appear in your spot account. Check under Assets.

Using the app (more convenient for trading on the go)

1. Download the official Bitget app (iOS/Android).

2. Select Trade on the bottom navigation bar, then select Spot.

3. Search for your desired trading pair and enter the trading interface (similar to the web version).

4. In the order area, select Market/Limit > enter the amount > select Buy/Sell.

Handy spot trading tips

● Start with USDT trading pairs (generally less volatile).

● The standard fee rate is 0.1% (maker/taker). You can get a 20% discount by paying fees with BGB.

● Go to Assets > Spot Account to check your holdings.

● After selling, you can directly withdraw your funds to your bank or wallet.

● Risk reminder: Cryptocurrency prices are highly volatile. Only trade with capital you can afford to lose, and consider using stop-loss orders.

After completing the above steps, you will be able to trade spot freely on Bitget! If you encounter any issues, you can contact our 24/7 live customer service in the app or on the website, or visit the Bitget Help Center.