Key Adjustments Overview
To enhance market liquidity and manage risk exposure, OKX will implement position tier adjustments for select futures contracts between 6:00 am – 10:00 am UTC on April 8, 2025. These modifications impact leverage ratios, margin requirements, and position limits across three perpetual swap instruments.
👉 Discover how these changes affect your trading strategy
Detailed Tier Adjustments
AUCTION-USDT Perpetual Swap
| Tier | Previous Max Contracts | New Max Contracts | Maintenance Margin (Before → After) | Max Leverage (Before → After) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5,000 | 62,000 | 0.65% → 2.00% | 50x → 20x |
| 2 | 10,000 | 120,000 | 1.00% → 3.00% | 40x → 15x |
| 3 | 20,000 | 180,000 | 1.50% → 4.00% | 20x → 12.5x |
MOVE-USDT Perpetual Swap
| Tier | Previous Max Contracts | New Max Contracts | Maintenance Margin (Before → After) | Max Leverage (Before → After) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,000 | 8,500 | 0.65% → 2.00% | 50x → 20x |
| 2 | 5,000 | 18,000 | 1.00% → 3.00% | 40x → 15x |
| 3 | 10,000 | 25,000 | 1.50% → 4.00% | 20x → 12.5x |
SATS-USDT Perpetual Swap
| Tier | Previous Max Contracts | New Max Contracts | Maintenance Margin (Before → After) | Max Leverage (Before → After) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15,000 | 32,000 | 0.65% → 2.00% | 50x → 20x |
| 2 | 30,000 | 65,000 | 1.00% → 3.00% | 40x → 15x |
| 3 | 60,000 | 100,000 | 1.50% → 4.00% | 20x → 12.5x |
Risk Management Recommendations
- Monitor Margin Ratios: Adjustments may increase maintenance margin requirements during volatile periods.
- Leverage Reduction: Consider lowering exposure by depositing additional collateral or partially closing positions.
- Liquidation Prevention: Active positions near tier boundaries should be reevaluated to avoid forced closures.
👉 Learn advanced risk management techniques
FAQ Section
Why is OKX adjusting position tiers?
These changes aim to balance liquidity provision with risk containment, ensuring sustainable trading conditions during high-volatility periods.
How do I check if my positions are affected?
Log into your OKX account and review your futures dashboard after April 8. Positions exceeding new tier limits will require margin adjustments.
Can I still use high leverage after the update?
Maximum leverage ratios have been reduced across all tiers. Tier 1 now permits up to 20x leverage (previously 50x) for the affected instruments.
Key Takeaways
- Expanded Position Limits: Maximum contract allowances increased by 300-1,200% per tier.
- Stricter Margin Requirements: Maintenance margins now range from 2-4% vs. previous 0.65-1.5%.
- Reduced Leverage Availability: Top-tier leverage capped at 12.5x, down from 20-50x.
Last Updated: March 31, 2025
OKX reserves the right to modify these parameters based on market conditions.
### SEO-Optimized Keywords:
1. OKX futures adjustment
2. Position tier changes
3. USDT perpetual swaps
4. Leverage ratio update
5. Margin requirement 2025
6. Cryptocurrency trading limits
7. Risk management crypto
8. Futures contract updates