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What MEXC’s 10% referral refund is actually worth
The code mexc-cexcompare returns 10% of the trading fees you pay on spot and futures. How much that is in dollars, where it does not apply, and how MEXC’s fees compare with 20 exchanges.
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Data reviewed byJason Lee About us → Key takeaways
- Code mexc-cexcompare: 10% of fees actually paid on spot and futures comes back.
- MEXC’s base spot taker fee is 0.050%; 1 of 20 exchanges charge less and the median is 0.100%.
- At $100,000 of monthly spot taker volume you pay $50.00 in fees and get $5.00 back.
- MEXC’s maker fees are 0% on spot and futures, so maker orders earn no refund.
- Trades placed through the API are excluded.
mexc-cexcompare 01How to use the code
- Open the MEXC sign-up page with the button on this page — the code mexc-cexcompare is filled in automatically.
- Or enter mexc-cexcompare in the referral code field yourself when you create the account.
- Trade as usual. MEXC returns 10% of the fees you actually pay on spot and futures under its referral program.
Referral terms checked 2026-09-13
02What the refund is worth
The refund is a share of fees you actually pay, so its value grows with taker volume. Enter your own monthly volume, or read the table for three reference volumes.
Source: Monthly taker volume × MEXC’s base-tier taker fee. CEX Compare, from official exchange sources (checked 2026-10-28)
| Applies to | Monthly volume | Fees paid | Refund (10%) | Net fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| spot · 0.050% | $10,000.00 | $5.00 | −$0.50 | $4.50 |
| spot · 0.050% | $100,000.00 | $50.00 | −$5.00 | $45.00 |
| spot · 0.050% | $1,000,000.00 | $500.00 | −$50.00 | $450.00 |
| futures · 0.020% | $10,000.00 | $2.00 | −$0.20 | $1.80 |
| futures · 0.020% | $100,000.00 | $20.00 | −$2.00 | $18.00 |
| futures · 0.020% | $1,000,000.00 | $200.00 | −$20.00 | $180.00 |
Source: CEX Compare, from official exchange sources (checked 2026-10-28)
MEXC’s maker fees are 0% on spot and futures, so maker orders have no fee to refund.
03Where MEXC’s fees stand
The base rate matters more than the refund. At 0.050%, MEXC’s spot taker fee is undercut by 1 of 20 exchanges; the median is 0.100%.
Spot taker
20 of 20 confirmedFutures taker
17 of 20 confirmedSource: CEX Compare, from official exchange sources (checked 2026-10-28)
04What is not refunded
- Orders with a 0% fee — nothing is charged, so nothing is refunded.
- Trades placed through the API.
- Fees paid with bonuses or vouchers.
Fee rates can differ by region, pair and promotion. Figures here are the base rates recorded from MEXC’s official fee guide.
05Who cannot use it
MEXC’s terms exclude residents of: Canada, China, Cuba, United Kingdom, Hong Kong SAR China, Iran, North Korea, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Sudan, Singapore, United States. Check the terms for your country before signing up.
06How we are paid
We receive a commission from MEXC when you sign up with this code. Your 10% refund is carved out of that commission — the code does not change the fee rates you pay.
Frequently asked questions
What is the MEXC referral code?
The code is mexc-cexcompare. Signing up with it returns 10% of the trading fees you pay on spot and futures.
How much does the MEXC referral code save?
10% of fees actually paid. At the base spot taker fee of 0.050%, $100,000 of monthly spot taker volume costs $50.00 in fees and returns $5.00.
Does the refund apply to maker orders?
MEXC’s maker fees are 0% on spot and futures at the base tier, so there is no fee to refund on maker orders.
Does the code work for API trading?
No. Trades placed through the API are excluded from the refund.
Who cannot use the MEXC referral code?
MEXC’s terms exclude residents of Canada, China, Cuba, United Kingdom, Hong Kong SAR China, Iran, North Korea, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Sudan, Singapore, United States.
Every answer is generated from the values above and their official sources — nothing is added that the data does not show.
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