Crypto exchange

Gate.io

Spot Derivatives Staking Copy trading DeFi & Web3

52.9Sentiment /100▼ 0.8

Does Gate.io have a MiCA licence?

✓ Authorised · MiCA CASP

Yes. Gate.io (legal entity Gate Technology Limited) holds a MiCA crypto-asset service provider (CASP) authorisation - regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) in Malta, listed in the official ESMA register. Through MiCA passporting it may legally serve clients across the EU/EEA (30 countries).

Licence details

Licence status✓ Authorised (MiCA CASP)

Legal entityGate Technology Limited

Home regulatorMalta Financial Services Authority (MFSA)

Country of authorisation Malta

Official websitegate.com

SourceESMA MiCA register

Licensed crypto services (6)

Custody & administration of crypto-assets

Safekeeping and administration of crypto-assets on behalf of clients.

Operation of a trading platform

Running a marketplace where clients can trade crypto-assets.

Exchange of crypto-assets for funds

Exchanging crypto-assets for fiat currency.

Exchange of crypto-assets for other crypto-assets

Exchanging one crypto-asset for another.

Execution of orders on behalf of clients

Executing buy/sell orders for crypto-assets for clients.

Transfer services for crypto-assets

Transferring crypto-assets on behalf of clients.

Where you can use Gate.io · EU/EEA passporting (30)

A MiCA authorisation passports across the whole EU/EEA, so Gate.io may legally serve clients in:

Austria Belgium Bulgaria Croatia Cyprus Czechia Denmark Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Iceland Ireland Italy Latvia Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Malta Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Romania Slovakia Slovenia Spain Sweden

✦ Sentiment OverviewUpdated every month · Aug 19, 2026

Gate.io maintains solid customer satisfaction at 4.4/5 across nearly 96,000 ratings, with review sentiment recently improving. However, the NeoBase index sits at 52.9/100, down 0.7 week-over-week, reflecting media ambivalence. Headlines split between product expansion wins - stocks, ETFs, and a $3M infrastructure grant - against headwinds: ruble trading restrictions and volume declines relative to competitors. Customer perception outpaces broader sentiment erosion.

Sentiment index

our score · updated every month

52.9/100▼ -0.75 vs previous reading

Ratings across platforms

★ 4.4 · 96K · 3

Trustpilot

1.5★

1.4K ratings · 15% positive

Google Play

4.4★

89K ratings · 85% positive

10M+ installs

App Store

4.3★

5.2K ratings · 81% positive

Measured August 17, 2026

Rating distribution

All platforms

5★

78% · 74K

4★

6% · 5.8K

3★

2% · 2.2K

2★

3% · 3.3K

1★

11% · 10K

Rating & review volume over time

Trustpilot · 1.5★Google Play · 4.4★App Store · 4.3★Review volume · 96K · +0.05%

Brand sentiment trend

positive sentiment, by platform

Trustpilot · 15%Google Play · 85%App Store · 81%

App screenshots

App Store

In the media

brand coverage

Gate Io exchange banned ruble trading: what other restrictions did the crypto platform introduce

coinspot.io · 3w ago

How to trade on the Gate crypto exchange | Why futures on Gate Io became unavailable | Who imposed regulatory restrictions.

Crypto exchange Gate adds Stocks, ETFs, and tokenized equities trading via Alpaca

fxnewsgroup.com · 3w ago

Alpaca's brokerage infrastructure helps Gate expand beyond digital assets and provide a more unified, multi-asset investing experience.

BTC Spot Volumes Sink To 2023 Lows As Binance, Gate.io, OKX Shed $44B

yellow.com · 3w ago

Spot trading volumes for Bitcoin have fallen to levels...

Gate.io Referral Code "6602693" – Get 20% Off Trading Fees & Up to $5,500 Rewards

steady.page · 3w ago

If you are planning to start cryptocurrency trading on Gate.io, using a referral code may provide access to additional promotional benefits.

Gate.io Launches $3M Grant Program for Event Contracts Infrastructure

www.financemagnates.com · 3w ago

Gate.io has introduced Event Contracts Builder, which it describes as a modular toolkit for brokers, fintech companies and Web3 developers...

Latest from social

LinkedIn & Facebook

Gate.ioLinkedIn· 3w ago · Aug 14, 2026

CryptoQuant: Gate Leads the Industry in July Growth of Crypto Equity Perpetual Futures, Up 308% Month-on-Month According to CryptoQuant's latest report, Wall Street, Always On, trading volume for TradFi equity perpetual futures on crypto exchanges reached approximately $250 billion in July 2026, up around 17x from April. Gate recorded approximately $15 billion in trading volume in July, roughly 26x higher than in April, up 308% month-on-month, making it the fastest-growing exchange among the venues covered in the report. The report noted that Gate's perpetual futures trading volume delivered strong triple-digit month-over-month growth for three consecutive months, increasing by approximately 131%, 177%, and 308% in May, June, and July, respectively, showing a clear acceleration trend. CryptoQuant noted that, compared with the more episodic growth seen on some other platforms, Gate's consistent expansion reflects sustained adoption of crypto infrastructure for TradFi asset trading, "making Gate the venue to watch in the crypto-equity race." CryptoQuant noted that crypto exchanges are becoming a 24/7 gateway connecting crypto with Wall Street, as demand for equity exposure moves into crypto-based infrastructure. As Gate continues to expand its multi-asset offerings across stocks and ETFs, CFDs, Pre-IPOs, IPO Access, and gStocks tokenized securities, the platform is further strengthening the connection between TradFi assets and the digital asset ecosystem, providing global users with a more flexible and efficient multi-asset trading experience.

♡ 8💬 0↻ 0

Gate.ioLinkedIn· 3w ago · Aug 14, 2026

Gate Releases July Wealth Management Report: GUSD Sees Rapid Growth, Dual Investment Annualized Yield Exceeds 110% According to Gate's July Wealth Management Monthly Report, the crypto market maintained a cautious recovery trend in July, with total market capitalization rebounding to $2.26 trillion, up approximately 7.6% month over month. BTC and ETH rose by 7.3% and 18.5%, respectively. During the market recovery, demand for stable-yield products and diversified allocation strategies increased, and Gate's wealth management business remained active. In conservative wealth management products, BTC holdings in Gate Simple Earn Fixed-Term increased by 7.3% month over month, while USDT holdings surged by 70.4%. Total GUSD issuance increased from approximately 182 million at the beginning of the month to approximately 215 million by the end of the month, and exceeded 230 million at one point during the period. In advanced wealth management products, the 0-day annualized yields of Gate Dual Investment BTC Buy Low and Sell High reached 95.5% and 113.5%, respectively, outperforming the market average by 34.4 and 32.6 percentage points. The average monthly return of the Quant Fund USDT strategies was 3.0% in July, with Interstellar Pioneer ranking first at 4.2%, while Interstellar Hedge achieved a cumulative return of 19.1% and maintained a 100% monthly win rate for 25 consecutive months. For stock assets, the trading structure on the Gate platform shifted with market conditions. Korean stocks accounted for approximately 90% of trading at one point in early July, while U.S. stocks later rebounded to approximately 70% of trading volume. In terms of holdings, SK Hynix ranked first with a 59.3% share, followed by SpaceX with 15.2%, reflecting that users on the platform are further expanding their asset allocation across crypto assets, stable-yield products, structured strategies, and stocks. Details: https://lnkd.in/eVeH4Wh3

♡ 6💬 1↻ 1

Gate.ioLinkedIn· 3w ago · Aug 14, 2026

Excited to partner with Alpaca as their brokerage infrastructure powers Gate's expansion into US stocks and IPO allocations, and tokenized equities (gStocks). Bringing traditional markets and digital assets together on one platform, this is another step toward making multi-asset investing more seamless for our users.

♡ 11💬 0↻ 0

Gate.ioLinkedIn· 3w ago · Aug 14, 2026

Gate Brings GATE ZONE to Coinfest Asia 2026 as Summer Bay Sponsor, Where AI, Multi-Asset Investing and Web3 Converge On August 21, 2026, Gate will join Coinfest Asia 2026 in Bali as the Summer Bay Sponsor, presenting "GATE ZONE: iWEB3 – THE LEADERSHIP SHIFT" at Summer Bay on Day 2 of the conference. The event will take place from 08:00 to 13:00 (UTC). The program will center on Web3 leadership, AI, Pre-IPO, multi-asset investing, and broader industry trends. As part of the core content sessions, Gate Executive Director Edwin Cheung will join a Fireside discussion on "From Exchange to Ecosystem: How Gate Is Redefining What a Global Multi-Asset Trading Platform Can Be", sharing perspectives on Gate's evolution from a trading platform into a broader ecosystem, while discussing AI, multi-asset development, and the evolution of global platforms. Lucas Sum (岑健乐), Gate Head of Market Development, Equities, will also deliver a Keynote titled "Gate Equities and the Next Generation of Global Investing", focusing on equities, global investing trends, and the next generation of investment experiences as the boundaries between traditional financial assets and digital assets continue to converge. Through an open branded space and lightweight interactive programming, Gate aims to create a more natural in-person setting for global industry guests, community members, KOLs, and conference attendees to connect. As the digital asset industry enters a more diversified stage of development, offline engagement remains an important way to connect global communities, understand market shifts, and support industry dialogue. This Bali event will continue Gate's broader efforts to expand diverse engagement formats worldwide, bringing more participants together to explore long-term industry building, ecosystem evolution, cross-regional communication, and the next stage of Web3. Details: https://lnkd.in/eeSqQnBf

♡ 7💬 1↻ 1

What people are saying

mentions on X, Reddit & Facebook

Murat_Senmrtsn81X· 3w ago

Hey @GateioHelp @gate_io, I need urgent assistance with Ticket #30946468. My account has been inactive, and I've already submitted my ID & selfie for manual recovery over 16 hours ago. Please escalate this to the security team so I can access my account!

u/dan1shmemondan1shmemonReddit· 3w ago

Account restricted by gate no explanation nothing

rudolphhh \\ 🧙‍♂️,🧙‍♂️rudolphhh2000X· 3w ago

@enzoinsidee @Gate_io 0% commission on us stocks is a solid partnership perk

BitBullAkaBull_X· 3w ago

@enzoinsidee @Gate_io The 0% commission offer is interesting, especially with the voucher on top. Worth checking the terms.

NabiYok🍌nabi_sarviX· 3w ago

@enzoinsidee @Gate_io zero fee us stock access inside a crypto exchange removes one more barrier for people already kycd there

Frequently asked questions

Does Gate.io have a MiCA licence?

Yes. Gate.io (legal entity Gate Technology Limited) holds a MiCA crypto-asset service provider (CASP) authorisation, regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) in Malta and listed in the official ESMA register.

Who regulates Gate.io in the EU?

The EU activity of Gate.io is authorised and supervised by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), its home national competent authority under MiCA.

Which crypto services is Gate.io licensed for?

Under MiCA, Gate.io is authorised for: Custody & administration of crypto-assets, Operation of a trading platform, Exchange of crypto-assets for funds, Exchange of crypto-assets for other crypto-assets, Execution of orders on behalf of clients, Transfer services for crypto-assets.

In which countries can I legally use Gate.io?

A MiCA authorisation passports across the whole EU/EEA, so Gate.io may legally serve clients in all 30 EU/EEA member states.

Is Gate.io in the ESMA register?

Yes. Gate Technology Limited appears in ESMA's official register of authorised MiCA crypto-asset service providers, recorded under Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA).

Is a MiCA licence the same as a CASP licence?

Yes. MiCA (MiCAR) is the EU regulation; a CASP (crypto-asset service provider) is a firm it licenses. "MiCA register", "CASP register" and "ESMA register" all refer to the same official list.

How does Gate.io handle new token listings?

Gate.io is known for some of the fastest new project listings in crypto — often appearing on the platform weeks before Binance or Coinbase. It also runs a Startup (IEO launchpad) where users can buy tokens from new projects at the pre-listing stage.

How many cryptocurrencies does Gate.io offer?

Gate.io lists 1,700+ cryptocurrencies and 2,000+ trading pairs — more than Binance. The platform is especially popular with investors looking for small-cap altcoins and newly launched projects.

What are the fees on Gate.io?

Spot: 0.20% for both maker and taker for standard users. GT token holders and VIP users pay less — as low as 0.02% maker. Futures: 0.015% maker / 0.05% taker. Withdrawals are charged at blockchain network fees.

Is Gate.io regulated?

Gate.io holds VASP registrations in several jurisdictions (including Lithuania for European clients). It does not hold FCA, BaFin or SEC licences. Regulation is at a lower level than Bitstamp or Coinbase — EU users have less formal legal protection.

Is Gate.io available in Poland?

Yes, Gate.io is available to Polish users. The platform supports SEPA EUR transfers and payment cards. KYC verification is required. The interface is available in English and several other languages.

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