What it means
Futures let traders take long or short exposure without simply buying the spot asset.
Why it matters
These products can be complex and may involve leverage, funding, expiry dates or liquidation risk.
Related pages
Continue with Perpetual contract or return to the crypto glossary.
How to use this term
Use Futures Contract as a practical checkpoint when comparing exchanges, wallets, cards or on-chain tools.
What to check
Check how the term appears in fees, limits, account rules, wallet flows and risk notes before making a platform decision.