Frequently Asked Questions
About Apex Exchange

Getting started with Apex Exchange is straightforward. You do not need to create a traditional account with a username and password. Simply connect your Web3 wallet or use the built-in email login powered by Privy:

• Visit https://apex-exchange.net in your browser
• Click the "Log in" button in the top-right corner
• Choose your preferred connection method: MetaMask, WalletConnect, Coinbase Wallet, or email
• Accept the signature request to verify your wallet ownership
• Your account is created automatically on-chain — no KYC required for basic trading

Apex Exchange operates primarily on Arbitrum for its perpetual trading and staking modules. The platform also supports deposits from multiple EVM-compatible chains.

• Networks: Arbitrum (primary), Ethereum, BNB Chain, Polygon, Optimism and more for deposits
• Wallets: MetaMask, WalletConnect (200+ wallets), Coinbase Wallet, OKX Wallet, Rabby Wallet
• Email login: Available via Privy — creates a secure embedded wallet automatically

Always ensure you are connected to the correct network before initiating transactions to avoid errors or loss of funds.

The Apex Exchange staking program allows you to lock $APEX and $esAPEX tokens to earn a share of weekly protocol rewards. Here is how it works step by step:

• Navigate to the Staking section at https://apex-exchange.net/staking
• Select the token you wish to stake ($APEX or $esAPEX)
• Enter the amount and confirm the staking transaction in your wallet
• Your staking score is calculated based on your stake amount and duration multiplier
• At the end of each weekly epoch, rewards are distributed proportionally to all stakers
• Rewards can be claimed and restaked to compound your earnings

esAPEX (escrowed APEX) is a non-transferable reward token distributed to stakers and traders on the Apex Exchange platform. It plays a central role in the token economy:

• Earned by: Staking $APEX, participating in trading competitions, and protocol incentive programs
• Staking: esAPEX can be staked directly to earn weekly rewards just like $APEX
• Vesting: esAPEX can be vested over a defined period to convert it into transferable $APEX tokens
• Non-transferable: esAPEX cannot be sold or transferred — it must be staked or vested

This mechanism aligns long-term incentives between the protocol and its most committed participants.

Rewards on Apex Exchange are calculated using a staking score system. Your share of the weekly reward pool is determined by:

• Stake amount: More tokens staked = higher score
• Staking duration: Longer lock-up periods may apply a multiplier to your score
• Your share: Your staking score ÷ Total staking score of all participants = Your reward percentage
• Reward sources: Trading fees, protocol revenue, and dedicated reward pools

You can monitor your current staking score and estimated rewards directly on the staking dashboard at any time.

Yes, staking on Apex Exchange includes an unstaking process to prevent short-term manipulation of the reward system. Key points:

• Once you initiate unstaking, a cooldown period begins before tokens are returned to your wallet
• During the cooldown, your tokens no longer earn staking rewards
• The exact cooldown duration is displayed in the staking interface before you confirm
• You can view your pending unstaking requests and their unlock times in the dashboard

Always check the current unstaking parameters on the Apex Exchange platform as they may be updated through governance.

Apex Exchange provides a comprehensive suite of trading products designed for both beginners and professional traders:

• Perpetual Futures: Trade crypto perpetuals with up to 100x leverage across major and altcoin pairs
• Spot Trading: Buy and sell tokens directly with low fees and deep liquidity via the Swap feature
• Prediction Markets: Participate in event-based prediction contracts
• Grid Bot: Automated grid trading strategies for passive income
• Vaults: Participate in structured yield strategies managed by professional market makers

Apex Exchange maintains highly competitive fee structures to attract active traders while sustaining the protocol treasury:

• Maker fee: As low as 0.02% for perpetual trades
• Taker fee: Typically 0.05% for perpetual trades
• Spot swap: Competitive rates with aggregated liquidity
• Fee rebates: Available through the referral program and VIP tier system
• Staker benefit: A portion of all protocol fees flows to $APEX stakers as weekly rewards

Current fee schedules are always displayed in the trading interface and may be adjusted via governance proposals.

The Apex Exchange referral program rewards you for bringing new traders to the platform:

• Generate your unique referral link from the Referral section of the platform
• Share your link with friends and followers
• Earn a percentage of trading fees generated by each referred user
• Referred users also receive a fee discount as an onboarding incentive
• Track all referral earnings in real-time from your dashboard

Depositing to Apex Exchange is a straightforward process that bridges your assets from any supported network to the trading layer:

• Connect your wallet and navigate to the Portfolio section
• Click "Deposit" and select your source network and token (USDC, ETH, etc.)
• Enter the amount you wish to deposit and confirm
• Cross-chain deposits are processed via integrated bridge solutions
• Funds typically appear in your trading account within a few minutes

Withdrawals follow a similar process. Always verify withdrawal addresses carefully before confirming to ensure security.

Apex Exchange is built on the principle of self-custody and trustless security. Your funds are protected through multiple layers:

• ZK-rollup technology: All trades and state changes are cryptographically verified before being settled on Ethereum mainnet
• Non-custodial: Apex Exchange never holds your private keys — you always control fund withdrawals
• Smart contract audits: Core contracts are audited by leading blockchain security firms
• Forced withdrawal: Even if Apex Exchange servers are unavailable, you can always withdraw funds directly via smart contracts
• Open source: Protocol code is publicly verifiable on GitHub

$APEX is the native governance and utility token of the Apex Exchange ecosystem. It serves multiple critical functions:

• Staking: Stake $APEX to earn weekly protocol revenue share
• Governance: Vote on protocol proposals including fee changes, new market listings, and treasury allocation
• Rewards: $APEX is distributed as staking rewards and trading incentives
• esAPEX conversion: Vested esAPEX converts to $APEX after the lock-up period
• Community: $APEX holders are core members of the Apex Exchange decentralized community

Governance participation is open to all $APEX and $esAPEX token holders. Here is how you can get involved:

• Hold or stake $APEX to gain voting rights proportional to your holdings
• Monitor the Apex Exchange governance forum and official social channels for active proposals
• Vote on proposals that affect protocol parameters, fee structures, and development priorities
• Submit your own improvement proposals by following the governance process outlined in the documentation
• Participate in community discussions on Discord and the official governance channels

$APEX tokens are available through multiple channels:

• Centralized exchanges: $APEX is listed on major CEXs — check the official Apex Exchange website for the current list of supported exchanges
• Decentralized exchanges: Swap for $APEX directly on Uniswap, Camelot (Arbitrum), and other DEXs
• Apex Exchange platform: Use the built-in Spot Swap feature to acquire $APEX with minimal fees
• Earn through staking: Earn $esAPEX by staking and vest it into $APEX over time without purchasing

Always verify contract addresses from the official Apex Exchange documentation before purchasing to avoid scam tokens.