📌 Spot vs. Futures: what is better to start?
When you enter the crypto world, one of the first questions is what the difference is between trading spot and trading futures. Here’s a clear explanation:
🟦 Trading in Spot (cash)
You buy the crypto directly.
➡️ If it goes up, you win.
➡️ If it goes down, you lose… but you won't get liquidated.
Ideal for:
Beginners
Medium/long-term investments
Trading without stress or leverage
Example:
You buy 100 USDT of BTC.
If BTC goes up 5%, your investment is worth 105 USDT.
🟥 Trading in Futures (perp FUTURES)
You do not buy the crypto: you trade with contracts.
You can win both upwards (long) and downwards (short).
You have leverage, but also the risk of liquidation.
Ideal for:
Experienced traders
Quick trades
Hedging strategies
Simple example:
You make a long with 50 USDT and x5 leverage.
If the price goes up 5%, you win as if you had invested 250 USDT.
But…
If it drops too much, you could lose all the margin.
⚠️ For novices
If you are starting, spot is the safest.
Futures are powerful tools, but they can liquidate you if the price moves against you.
🟨 Quick summary
Spot: safe, no liquidation, ideal for learning.
Futures: more profitable, riskier, leveraged.
Choose according to your experience and risk tolerance.
