Today I want to share my experience in copy trading on the crypto exchange. Whether you are a beginner or already have experience in trading, this material will help you understand how to correctly repeat the deals of successful traders, minimize risks and get stable results. I will tell not only about how copy trading works, but also share my own life hacks and insights from 2026, which are rarely found in general guides.
What is copytrading and why is it relevant?
Copy trading is a tool on a crypto exchange that allows you to automatically repeat the trades of successful traders in your account. My experience shows that for many users it is an ideal way to learn trading in practice, even if you do not yet understand complex strategies.
The main advantage of copy trading is that it saves time. For example, I spend hours analyzing the market and searching for signals, while my subscribers can see the result in a short period of time. For me, it is a long process, but for you, it is an instant effect on your account.
How the copy trading tool works
Every modern crypto exchange has a dedicated section for copy trading. In my experience, the interface on most exchanges is similar:
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Let's go to the Copy Trading .
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We select the trader we want to repeat trades with.
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Click the Copy , where you can specify the copying parameters - deposit size, transaction limit, stop loss, and so on.
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The system automatically repeats all new trades of the selected trader in your account.
An important point: not all traders have available places for subscription. Often the limits are full, especially with popular top traders. VIP status on the exchange helps here - for example, I have VIP-3, which allows me to subscribe to a limited number of places even with top traders.
How to choose a trader to copy
I always recommend taking a systematic approach to choosing a trader:
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Rating and history of successful transactions . See statistics for 7, 30 and 90 days.
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Profit stability . You shouldn't blindly chase the most profitable deals in one day - regularity is important.
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Risks and maximum drawdown . Find out what percentage of the deposit the trader lost on the worst days.
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Type of trade : spot or futures. I usually recommend spot trading for beginners, as futures have high risks.
My experience shows that choosing the right trader significantly reduces risks and ensures stable deposit growth.
Pros and cons of copy trading
Pros:
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Save time — you don't need to spend hours analyzing the market.
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Learning by doing - by repeating the trades of successful traders, you see their strategy in action.
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Risk diversification - you can copy several traders at once.
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Instant results - even a beginner can make a profit without in-depth knowledge.
Cons:
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Dependence on other people's experience - copy trading does not guarantee constant profit.
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Subscription limit - popular traders are often closed to new copies.
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The risk of high drawdowns - even top traders can lose trades.
Typical mistakes of beginners
In my experience, the most common mistakes are:
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Blind imitation - copying a trader without analyzing his strategy and risks.
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Excessive deposit increase - they put the entire balance on one trader.
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Ignoring stop losses — not setting loss limits.
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Expecting instant profits - copy trading does not make you rich overnight.
I always recommend approaching copy trading strategically: first a test deposit, a small portion of assets, and only then scaling.
Safety tips
Security is a key aspect of any cryptocurrency activity:
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Use two-factor authentication (2FA).
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Do not trust third-party sites to connect to your account.
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Restrict access rights for copy trading if the exchange allows it.
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Use a separate deposit for copying trades, not the main one.
My experience shows that even small security measures help avoid serious losses.
FAQ — frequently asked questions about copytrading
Question: Is it possible to copy multiple traders at the same time?
Answer: Yes, it is even recommended for risk diversification.
Question: What is the minimum deposit required for copy trading?
Answer: It depends on the exchange. I usually start with small amounts of $50–100 for testing.
Question: Is it more profitable to copy traders on spot or futures?
Answer: For most users without deep experience, spot is better - lower risks, more stable results.
Question: Is knowledge of technical analysis necessary for copy trading?
Answer: Not necessarily, but basic knowledge helps to better understand trades and risks.
Practical advice from me
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Test strategies on a demo account before investing real money.
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Start with a small deposit and gradually increase your contribution.
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Track the trader's history and pay attention to the stability of profits.
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Do not put your entire deposit on one trader - diversification reduces risks.
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Review your copy settings regularly — the 2026 market is changing rapidly, and even top traders can have drawdowns.