What is Demo Trading?
Demo Trading allows users to practice cryptocurrency trading without risking real funds by using a simulated trading account. It replicates real market conditions with simulated assets, helping users familiarize themselves with trading platforms or simulated trading strategies.
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Which products are compatible with Demo Trading?
Currently, Demo Trading is available on Bybit's Unified Trading Account (UTA), enabling simulated trades for Spot and Derivatives.
How do I create a Demo Account?
No manual setup is required—Demo Accounts are automatically available to all users.
How do I access or exit Demo Trading?
Website Access
Hover over your profile icon (top-right corner) and click Demo Trading. To return to real-time trading, click Switch to Live Trading.
Mobile App Access
Navigate to Demo Trading via your profile settings. Click Switch to Live Trading (top-right corner) to exit.
Can I use Demo Trading with a Sub-Account?
Yes, Demo Trading is supported for sub-accounts. Note: Demo Accounts for sub-accounts are separate from the main account.
Can I reset my Demo Account?
No, Demo Accounts cannot be reset. However, after 30 days of inactivity, your Demo Account data will be cleared automatically.
What’s the difference between Demo Trading and Testnet?
| Feature | Demo Trading | Testnet |
|---|---|---|
| Market Behavior | Simulates live market price movements (orders don’t impact order books). | Independent of mainnet prices; orders affect testnet’s order book. |
| Access | Available via web/app using main/sub-account credentials. | Web-only; no public app access. |
| Supported Products | Spot and Derivatives on UTA. | All features except deposits/withdrawals. |
| Assets | Auto-credited (50K USDT/USDC, 1 BTC/ETH). Request more if equity < $10K. | Manually requested every 24 hours. |
| KYC | Not required. | Not required. |
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How do I request funds for my Demo Account?
Funds are auto-credited upon account creation. Request additional assets if equity falls below $10K (limited to USDT, USDC, BTC, ETH).
Can I withdraw Demo funds?
No—Demo funds are simulated and non-transferable.
Is KYC required for Demo Trading?
No identity verification is needed.
How do I identify Demo vs. Live Trading?
A Demo Trading label appears at the top of the interface in Demo mode.
Does my Demo Account expire?
No, but inactive accounts (30+ days) are purged.
Why are only Spot/Derivatives supported in Demo?
Demo Trading focuses on market-price simulations. For non-trading features, use Bybit’s Testnet.
FAQs
1. Can I trade other cryptocurrencies in Demo mode?
No—only USDT, USDC, BTC, and ETH are supported. Convert via Spot Trading if needed.
2. How often can I request additional Demo funds?
Requests are unlimited, but only approved if equity is under $10K.
3. Are Demo trades executed on real markets?
No. Orders are simulated and don’t affect live order books.
4. Is Demo Trading suitable for strategy backtesting?
Yes, but use Testnet for advanced feature testing.
5. Do Demo Accounts sync with live account balances?
No—Demo Accounts operate independently.
6. Can I use API with Demo Trading?
Yes. Refer to Bybit’s API documentation.