Introduction to TradFi Perpetual Futures

Table of Contents

1. What Are TradFi Perpetual Futures?
2. What Can You Trade?
3. Key Differences from Crypto Perps
4. How to Access TradFi Perpetual Futures (App/Web)
5. Trading Fees
6. Learn More

1. What Are TradFi Perpetual Futures?

TradFi Perpetual Futures are USDT-settled perpetual contracts that track the price of traditional financial assets — including commodities, equities, and indices. These contracts allow you to gain exposure to the price movements of traditional markets without holding the underlying asset.

They work the same way as crypto perpetual futures on Flipster: no expiry date, USDT-settled, and using a funding rate mechanism to keep the contract price aligned with the underlying asset.

If you're already trading crypto perps on Flipster, you can start trading TradFi Perps from the same account — no additional setup needed.

2. What Can You Trade?

Flipster currently offers TradFi Perpetual Futures across commodities, equities, and indices, including Gold, NVIDIA, S&P 500, and more. across three asset classes:

For the full list of available contracts and detailed specifications, see: TradFi Contracts & Specifications

3. Key Differences from Crypto Perps

Important: Unlike crypto perps, some TradFi symbols follow session-based trading hours. During non-tradable sessions, you cannot open, close, or modify positions. For details on how trading hours, pricing, and funding work during off-hours, see: TradFi Trading Hours & Pricing

4. How to Access TradFi Perpetual Futures

On the App

Step 1: Open the Flipster app and tap [Market] at the bottom navigation.

Step 2: You can find the TradFi section on the top of market section. Tap [See all] to view all TradFi symbols.

Step 3: Tap on the symbol you want to trade (e.g., XAU). You will see the chart, market status, and contract details.

Step 4: On the symbol detail screen, review the chart, orderbook, and market info. Tap [Trade] at the bottom to open the order panel.

Step 5: Set your margin mode and leverage.

• Tap [Isolated] or [Cross] to choose your margin mode.
• Tap the leverage dropdown (e.g., [1x]) to open the Adjust leverage sheet. Drag the slider or tap –/+ to set your leverage (up to 100x), then tap [Confirm].

Step 5: Select your order type.

• Tap the order type dropdown (defaults to [Market]) to open the Select order type sheet.
• Choose [Market] for immediate execution at the best available price, or [Limit] to set your own price.

Step 6 (Limit only): Enter your limit price in the [Price (USDT)] field, or tap [BBO] to auto-fill the best bid/offer price. Tap [Done] to confirm.

Step 7: Enter your quantity in the [Quantity (XAU)] field, or drag the slider to set a percentage of your available balance (25%, 50%, 75%, 100%). The Max size, Margin, and Est. liq. price will update automatically.

Tip: Enable TP/SL to set take-profit and stop-loss levels at the same time as placing your order.

Step 8: Review the details, then tap [Buy / Long] to open a long position or [Sell / Short] to open a short position.

Step 9: A preview sheet will appear showing:

• Symbol and direction (e.g., XAU Perpetual · Long · Cross 20x)
• Quantity and estimated USDT value
• Estimated margin
• Limit price and estimated liquidation price
• Trading fee

Confirm the details and tap [Buy XAU - Long] (or [Sell XAU - Short]) to submit.

Step 10: A confirmation toast "Your limit order has been placed" will appear. You can view the order under the [Orders] tab, where you can also set TP/SL or [Cancel] the order if needed.

Note: Market orders execute immediately and appear under [Positions]. Limit orders stay under [Orders] until filled.

On the Web

Step 1: Log in to your Flipster account. Click [Market] in the top navigation bar.

Step 2: Under Top categories for you, find the TradFi section. Click [See all] to view all available TradFi symbols.

Note: The TradFi list uses pagination (← → arrows at the bottom). Click the right arrow to view more symbols.

Step 3: Click [Trade] next to the symbol you want to trade. You will be redirected to the trading page.

Step 4: On the trading page, place your trade:

1. Choose your Order type: Market, Limit, or Trigger
2. Set your Margin mode (Isolated or Cross Margin)
3. Set your Leverage (use the slider or input field)
4. Enter your Position size in the asset unit (e.g., XAU) or USDT
5. (Optional) Enable TP / SL (Take Profit / Stop Loss)
6. Click [Buy - Long] or [Sell - Short] to place your order

Note: Leverage limits vary by asset class. Commodities support up to 200x, while equities and indices support up to 50x.

5. Trading Fees

TradFi Perpetual Futures follow the same fee structure as crypto perpetual futures on Flipster and are subject to discounts based on your VIP level. For details, visit the Fees page.

6. Learn More

• TradFi Trading Hours & Pricing — How trading sessions, Index Price, Mark Price, and funding work for TradFi contracts
• TradFi Contracts & Specifications — Full list of 38 available contracts with leverage, funding, and order limits

Disclaimer:

• TradFi Perpetual Futures are not associated with, sponsored, endorsed or affiliated with the issuer of the relevant underlying asset or the exchange on which it is listed.
• Futures trading in traditional assets involves significant market risk and price volatility, especially outside the underlying asset's regular market hours. In the event of adverse price movements, your entire margin balance may be liquidated. You are solely responsible for your investment decisions, and Flipster is not liable for any losses you may incur. This information should not be construed as financial or investment advice.