Crypto.com
Consumer-focused exchange with a popular Visa debit card, cashback rewards, and an integrated DeFi wallet. Strong mobile experience.
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Best For
Mobile-first users who want a crypto Visa card and cashback rewards
Pros
- Crypto Visa card with cashback
- Competitive trading fees
- Wide asset selection
- Strong mobile app
- Proof of reserves
Cons
- Card perks require CRO staking
- Spread on instant buy can be high
- Desktop interface less polished than mobile
- CRO token dependency for best rates
Regulatory Status
Holds various licenses globally including in Singapore, France, and Dubai. U.S. operations through separate entity. Disclosed accidental transfer of 320K ETH to Gate.io in 2022 (recovered).
Regulatory status varies by jurisdiction and changes frequently. Always verify current licensing with your local regulator before depositing funds.
Enforcement History
Accidentally sent 320,000 ETH (~$400M) to Gate.io instead of cold storage. Funds were recovered, but incident raised operational control concerns.
Primary sourceWhy This Trust Score Is Not Higher
CRO token dependency means card perks and best rates require holding a volatile asset. Instant-buy spread markup is not always visible. The accidental ETH transfer incident, while resolved, raised questions about operational controls.
Trust scores are calculated using our published scoring methodology. Score changes are documented in our corrections log.
Key Information
- Type
- centralized
- Maker Fee
- 0.075%
- Taker Fee
- 0.075%
- Proof of Reserves
- Yes
- Mobile App
- Yes
- Staking
- Available
Country Availability
Available in:
Availability can change without notice. Verify directly on the exchange's website for your specific country and region.