Bitget CFD zero-fee mode: Understanding the new affiliate rebate model

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To further enhance the trading experience and diversify affiliate earning opportunities, Bitget CFD has officially launched zero-fee mode, a commission-free account mode designed for different trading preferences. This guide explains how zero-fee mode works, how it differs from ECN mode, how users can switch between modes, and how affiliate rebates are calculated under the new model.

Launch date:

Zero-fee mode officially launched on June 8, 2026. Users can freely switch between ECN mode and zero-fee mode based on their trading preferences.

ECN mode and zero-fee mode overview

ECN mode: ECN mode is the platform's original account mode. It offers spreads that closely reflect raw market pricing and charges commissions based on the trading instrument and lot size. Affiliate rebate = commission × CFD rebate rate

Zero-fee mode: Zero-fee mode is a new feature introduced by Bitget CFD. Users do not pay trading commissions. Instead, trading costs are incorporated into a markup on the base spread, resulting in spreads that are slightly wider than those in standard ECN mode. Affiliate rebates are paid as a fixed USDT amount per lot traded.

Mode	Fee structure	Best suited for	Features
ECN mode (existing)	Lower spreads + trading comissions	Short-term and high-frequency trading	Transparent spreads based on raw market quotes
Zero-fee mode (new)	Zero commissions + standard spreads	Medium- to long-term traders and low-frequency traders	Simpler transaction records with no commission charges

Affiliate rebate differences between ECN mode and zero-fee mode

Both ECN mode and zero-fee mode generate affiliate rebates, but the rebate mechanisms differ. Under ECN mode, rebates are calculated based on commissions × rebate rate, while zero-fee mode pays rebates based on spreads. The differences are as follows:

	ECN mode	Zero-fee mode
Rebate method	Commissions × rebate rate (40%–50%)	Fixed rebate per lot (USDT/lot)
Rebate amount	Commissions on CFD products are relatively low, resulting in lower rebate amounts after the rebate rate is applied	Fixed USDT/lot, resulting in higher rebate amounts
Predictability	Fixed percentage, easy to estimate	Fixed amount per lot, easy to estimate
Affiliate earning potential	Higher trading volume generates more commissions and higher rebates	Higher trading volume and higher rebate tiers generate higher rebates

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Key advantages of zero-fee mode

Advantage 1: Higher rebate amounts

Under ECN mode, the gold commission is 6 USDT/lot × 50% rebate rate = 3 USDT/lot.
Under zero-fee mode, gold rebates are 10.47 USDT/lot for Junior, 11.55 USDT/lot for Intermediate, and 12.00 USDT/lot for Senior.

For the same 1-lot trade, rebates under zero-fee mode are approximately 3.5–4 times higher than those under ECN mode. The higher the rebate tier, the greater the difference.

Advantage 2: Aligned with industry standards and suitable for a wider range of clients

Zero-fee mode is the standard account model used across much of the CFD industry and is preferred by the majority of CFD traders. ECN mode will continue to serve professional traders. By offering both modes, Bitget can better meet different client needs.

Zero-fee mode rebate tiers

Tier	Monthly volume	Forex	Gold	Silver	Oil/Commodities	Other indices	HK50	JP225
🥉 Junior	Under 1000 lots	7.15	10.47	27.07	6.48	1.50	0.75	0.05
🥈 Intermediate	1000–5000 lots	7.75	11.55	30.55	7.20	1.50	0.75	0.05
🥇 Senior	≥ 5000 lots	8.00	12.00	32.00	7.50	1.50	0.75	0.05

Rebate assessment rules:

Upgrade rule: Within a calendar month, once an affiliate reaches the required trading volume for a higher tier, the rebate tier will be upgraded on the following day.

Downgrade rule: On the first day of each month, the platform will review the affiliate's CFD trading volume from the previous month. If the affiliate fails to meet the requirements of its current tier for an entire quarter, the rebate tier will be automatically adjusted according to the rules below.

Current tier	Monthly trading volume within the quarter	Adjustment result
Senior	At least one month ≥ 5000 lots	Remains Senior
Senior	All three months < 5000 lots, but at least one month ≥ 1000 lots	Downgraded to Intermediate
Senior	All three months < 1000 lots	Downgraded to Junior
Intermediate	At least one month ≥ 1000 lots	Remains Intermediate
Intermediate	All three months < 1000 lots	Downgraded to Junior

How to recommend the right account mode to your referred users

User type	Trading style	Recommended account mode
Ultra short-term	High-frequency intraday trading with strong sensitivity to spreads	ECN mode
High-frequency EA traders	Automated high-frequency trading with strong sensitivity to spreads	ECN mode
Arbitrage traders	Multi-instrument arbitrage strategies that rely on tight spreads	ECN mode
Swing and long-term traders	Medium- to low-frequency trading with longer holding periods	Zero-fee mode
New users	Lower trading frequency and preference for simpler account statements	Zero-fee mode
Affiliates who also trade	Depends on individual trading preferences	Choose based on trading style

Account mode rules

New users: Zero-fee mode is enabled by default for newly registered users, allowing them to enjoy commission-free trading immediately after registration.

Existing users: Your account will remain in ECN mode by default. Users who wish to experience commission-free trading can manually switch account modes in their account settings.

How can users switch account modes?

Switching entry

App: Bottom navigation bar「TradFi」→ tap「...」in the upper-right corner → tap「Account Mode」→ open the account mode switch window.

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Website:

Account page or Preferences→ click 「Account Mode」→ open the account mode switch window.

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Mode-switch verification process

Before switching account modes, the system will perform the following checks. If either check fails, the switch request will be rejected:

Step	Check item	Failure scenario	Required action
Step 1	Open order check	Unfilled orders exist	Cancel all open orders and try again
Step 2	Position check	Active positions exist	Close all positions and try again

Tip: Before switching account modes, check your open orders and positions to avoid switch failures caused by outstanding orders or active positions.

FAQ:

Q1: I understand the affiliate rebate per lot. What are the trading spreads for users?

User spreads vary by product category, as shown below.

Figure 1: User trading spreads. This chart can be shared with users when they ask about spreads.

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Figure 2: User trading spreads and affiliate rebates by tier. This chart is intended for affiliate reference.

Q2: Can you summarize which mode is suitable for which users in one sentence?

ECN mode = Tight spreads + trading commissions. Best suited for high-frequency traders and traders with larger capital.
Zero-fee mode = Wider spreads + zero trading commissions. Best suited for lower-frequency traders and traders with smaller capital.

Q3: I am a sub-affiliate. Can I receive rebates under zero-fee mode?

At present, sub-affiliates are not eligible for the additional rebates available under zero-fee mode. This feature will be gradually rolled out in the future. If a sub-affiliate's referred user selects zero-fee mode, the sub-affiliate will continue to receive rebates based on the ECN rebate structure. For example, if the sub-affiliate rebate rate under ECN mode is 30%, the sub-affiliate earns 1.8 USD per lot on gold trades. Under zero-fee mode, the sub-affiliate will continue to earn 1.8 USD per lot.

You should now have a clear understanding of Bitget CFD zero-fee mode, its key differences from ECN mode, the account mode switching process, and the affiliate rebate structure. Traders can choose the account mode that best matches their trading frequency, holding period, and cost preferences to enjoy a more efficient and transparent trading experience. Affiliates can recommend the most suitable account mode to their referred users while maximizing their earning potential. Trade smart with Bitget.

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Bitget CFD zero-fee account launch guide: Everything you need to know about the new mode

Content

Launch date:
ECN mode and zero-fee mode overview
Affiliate rebate differences between ECN mode and zero-fee mode
Key advantages of zero-fee mode
Zero-fee mode rebate tiers
How to recommend the right account mode to your referred users
Account mode rules
How can users switch account modes?
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