The Difference Between a Maker and a Taker: Key Cryptocurrency Exchange Fees

PerennialLeek · 2026-03-20T10:13:33+00:00

Traders on cryptocurrency exchanges encounter maker and taker fees, which impact trading costs. Makers add liquidity by placing new orders, while takers remove liquidity by executing existing orders. The distinction between them is critical for optimizing expenses.

PerennialLeek

2026-03-20 10:13:33

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On cryptocurrency exchanges, every trader encounters two types of fees that directly depend on their trading style. Understanding the difference between a maker and a taker is crucial for optimizing trading costs.

What is a Maker and Its Role in Trading

A maker is a trader who places a new order on the market, thereby adding liquidity. For example, if you place a limit buy order for Bitcoin at a specific price that is not yet available on the market, you are acting as a maker. Maker fees are usually lower because these traders help the market function by providing liquidity to other participants.

Taker: Removing Existing Orders

A taker is a trader who executes an existing order, meaning they take liquidity from the market. If you click the buy button at the current market price, you are a taker because you are filling an active seller’s order. Taker fees are generally higher because such actions reduce available liquidity.

Practical Significance for Traders

The difference between these roles directly affects your trading expenses. Active traders often try to be makers to pay lower fees. On the Gate.io platform, this system works clearly and transparently, allowing experienced traders to significantly reduce their costs through strategic order placement.

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