Maker fee
A maker order adds liquidity to the order book, often by placing a limit order that does not fill immediately.
Taker fee
A taker order removes liquidity by matching with an existing order, often through a market order.
Why it matters
Active traders should compare maker and taker fees because small differences can become meaningful across many trades. Use the fee calculator for quick estimates.
How to use this term
Use maker and taker fees to compare order-book trading costs between exchanges.
What to check
Check whether your order adds liquidity, removes liquidity, qualifies for a lower tier or pays extra through spread.