Calculate your exact liquidation price on KuCoin futures using KuCoin's maintenance margin rates.
KuCoin Futures (KuCoin's derivatives platform) uses mark price liquidation and a tiered maintenance [margin](/glossary/maintenance-margin) system. Understanding these mechanics is essential for managing leveraged positions safely.
KuCoin liquidation details:
KuCoin's futures platform is solid for mid-tier leverage trading (5–20×). For very high leverage (50×+), the platform's liquidity depth on altcoin pairs may be thinner than Binance or Bybit.
Leverage
A multiplier that lets you control a larger position than your deposited capital — amplifying both gains and losses.
Liquidation Price
The price at which your leveraged position is forcibly closed by the exchange to prevent negative balance.
Margin
The collateral you deposit to open and maintain a leveraged trading position.
Maintenance Margin
The minimum account balance required to keep a leveraged position open — falling below this triggers liquidation.
KuCoin futures use a tiered maintenance margin system. For XBTUSDTM (BTC perpetual), the base maintenance margin is approximately 0.5% for standard retail positions. Always verify the current rate in KuCoin's contract details.
KuCoin uses mark price for liquidation calculations, similar to Binance and Bybit. Mark price is based on the index price plus a decaying funding basis, preventing liquidations triggered by temporary price anomalies on KuCoin's order book.
Liquidation Price
Calculate the exact liquidation price for any leveraged crypto position. Know your liquidation distance before entering any leveraged trade.
KuCoin Fees
Calculate your exact KuCoin trading fees for spot and futures, including maker/taker rates and KCS token discount.
Bybit Liquidation
Calculate your exact liquidation price on Bybit futures using Bybit's maintenance margin rates.