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Why haven’t I received a reply from the blockchain project team?
If you contacted a blockchain project team such as Ethereum and Bitcoin directly and didn’t receive a reply, please note that these projects are independent, public blockchain networks and aren't operated or managed by us. Each blockchain functions as a decentralized system, meaning there's no central support team responsible for individual user requests.How does OKX work with different blockchain networks?Published on Oct 17, 2025Updated on May 29, 202614How PnL works in X-Perps?
This article explains how PnL (profit and loss) works in X-Perps, so you can understand what your account is showing and why your net result may differ from the raw price move. In X-Perps trading, PnL (profit and loss) is commonly shown in two forms: unrealized PnL and realized PnL.What's unrealized PnL in X-Perps? Unrealized PnL is the gain or loss in an open position based on current pricing.Published on Apr 9, 2026Updated on May 29, 2026Why is my OKX app not working?
This guide explains common causes and practical solutions to help you restore access quickly.Why is my OKX app not working? There are several reasons why the app may stop working or crash.Published on Mar 16, 2026Updated on May 29, 202618How does fast redemption work?
This feature is useful when you need faster access to your funds, whether to take advantage of a trading opportunity or to address other financial needs.How does it work? If your product offers fast redemption, you're eligible to receive a portion of your redemption every day after you submit your redemption request.Published on May 8, 2025Updated on May 29, 2026200How does leverage work in X-Perps trading?
If you're new to X-Perps, consider starting with lower leverage until you are comfortable with how margin, liquidation, and funding rates work together.5. Does leverage affect funding payments? Leverage affects your position size, and funding payments are calculated based on position size. A larger leveraged position will result in larger funding payments, both received and paid. Need help with an OKX product? Find guides and answers in our Help Centre. Visit here.Published on Apr 9, 2026Updated on May 29, 20261My phone isn't working, what should I do?
If your mobile phone isn't working properly, or you've lost access to it, or you can't get SMS codes, try the following:My SMS codes aren’t working on OKX Refer to I haven't received the verification code.I want to change my phone number You can switch to a new phone number in your OKX account. To do this, follow the guide below: How do I change my phone number? If you've mobile verification enabled for logins, you can still log in without it.Published on Aug 1, 2024Updated on May 29, 20269How do total Profit and Loss (PnL) and Grid profits work for Spot Grid?
What’s the difference between Total PnL, Grid Profits, and Unpaired PnL on my bot? Total PnL shows your bot’s overall profit or loss at any given moment. It’s an accurate snapshot of your bot’s performance, as it combines both realized and unrealized gains. Grid Profits and Unpaired PnL are components of the Total PnL. They’re displayed separately to help you better understand what’s driving your...Published on Jun 20, 2025Updated on May 29, 202658Zero-Knowledge Proofs: what are zk-STARKs and how do they work? (zk-Stark V2)
For advanced users, you may refer to the MOOC Course and the academic monograph.How does zk-STARK work? We create a Merkle tree using the hash of each user's account as the leaves. Each account shows balances in USD for various tokens (e.g., BTC, ETH). To handle these balances, we separate its balances into non-negative equities and debts for each token. This way, we only work with positive numbers, making it easier to handle calculations and avoid errors.Published on Oct 21, 2024Updated on Feb 11, 202694Zero-Knowledge Proofs: what are zk-STARKs and how do they work? (zk-STARK V1)
In this article, we'll introduce how it works and explain the general mathematical concept, but if you're interested in diving deeper, start here or here.How does it work? *Execution trace table and Merkle tree constructed for zk-STARK PoR* 1.Published on May 10, 2023Updated on Sep 8, 2025182How do I fix errors when submitting my institutional verification?
If you're unable to proceed as you're waiting for your team to prepare certain documents, you can continue working on other parts of the application. Use the progress bar on the side to navigate and fill out any remaining sections. Note: Document should be an original copy (preferably in PDF file format), clear quality, and smaller than 20MB. Please clear your browser’s cache and cookies, and restart your browser before trying again.Published on Oct 10, 2024Updated on May 29, 202660Why should I choose OKX affiliate program?
Partner with sub-affiliates: build and manage your own team, and work together with sub-affiliates to expand your reach. Real-time performance tracking: we also provide real-time tracking and reporting, so you can see how your referrals are performing.Published on Apr 19, 2024Updated on May 29, 202618What's a dusting attack?
It's therefore essential to use a secure wallet and keep the details on how to access it to yourself.What's the dusting attack, and how does it work? Dusting itself doesn’t steal coins. Instead, it’s a reconnaissance step: once attackers learn that a certain person controls significant crypto, they may launch phishing, extortion, or targeted scams.How does the dust attack actually work?Published on Oct 4, 2024Updated on May 29, 202614How do I get started with OKX Trade?
Presently, OKX DEX is seamlessly connected with over 20 cross-chain bridges and is compatible with 16 different blockchain networks.How does the bridge aggregator work? It works in finding the best route for bridging Token X on Chain A to Token Y on Chain B. It finds multiple bridging routes via supported DEXes & bridges, considering any swaps that may be needed before/after bridging.3. What's DEX? A Decentralized Exchange (DEX) refers to a blockchain-based exchange.Published on Jul 26, 2022Updated on Jun 5, 202679Address type upgrade FAQ
Instead, each address now works for all cryptos within the compatible network, so you don’t need to manage multiple formats. Any previously saved addresses have already been automatically upgraded to match these new rules, ensuring smooth and consistent withdrawals across supported cryptos.What happens if I have multiple records of the same address after the address type upgrade?Published on Aug 26, 2025Updated on Jun 5, 2026859Travel Rule FAQ (EEA region)
We’ll work with them directly. Note: this process relies on the exchange meeting the Travel Rule requirements, as we're subject to European Union regulations before we can credit your deposit.12. What should I do under the Travel Rule if my exchange isn't listed as an option? Ask the exchange to reach out to us at travelrule_dd@okx.com so we can request them to connect to our Travel Rule solution.Published on Dec 17, 2024Updated on May 14, 2026629