Calculate profit/loss, margin required, ROI, and commissions for crypto trades. Support for leverage, position sizing, and swap rates.
Number of units/lots to trade
Price at which you enter the trade
Price at which you exit the trade
Trading leverage (1x = no leverage)
Trading commission per lot/unit
Overnight holding fee (negative) or interest (positive)
Margin trading lets you control larger positions with less capital using leverage. Instead of paying full price, you only need a fraction (margin) as collateral. Example: With 10x leverage, $1,000 margin controls a $10,000 position.
Leverage amplifies both profits and losses. 10x leverage means a 1% price move = 10% gain/loss on your margin. Higher leverage = higher risk. Most professional traders use 2-5x leverage for sustainability.
Position size determines your total exposure. Trading 1 BTC at $50,000 = $50,000 exposure. With 10x leverage, you only need $5,000 margin, but you're exposed to the full $50,000 of price movement.
Every trade costs commission, typically $5-50 per lot depending on broker and asset. These costs reduce net profits. Frequent trading accumulates significant commission expenses. Factor these into every trade plan.
Holding positions overnight incurs swap/rollover fees. These can be negative (cost) or positive (interest earned). Swap rates vary by broker, asset, and position direction. Long-term holds accumulate significant swap costs.
ROI shows profit/loss as percentage of margin used. A $500 profit on $1,000 margin = 50% ROI. ROI accounts for leverage effect: small price moves create large ROI changes. Always compare ROI to risk taken.
Enter the number of units/lots you're trading. Example: 0.1 BTC, 5 ETH, or 1000 DOGE. This determines your total exposure to price movements.
Entry = price you buy/sell at. Exit = price you close at. The difference determines your gross profit/loss. Example: Buy BTC at $50,000, sell at $55,000 = $5,000 profit per BTC.
Select your leverage multiplier (1x to 100x+). Higher leverage = less margin required but more risk.1x = no leverage (spot trading), 10x = 10% margin, 100x = 1% margin.
Enter your broker's trading commission per unit/lot. Check your broker's fee schedule. Typical range: $0.50-$10 for crypto, $5-$50 for forex/commodities.
Overnight holding cost (negative) or interest (positive). Enter 0 for same-day trades. For multi-day positions, check your broker's swap rates. Can significantly impact profitability.
You'll see: Net P/L (total profit/loss), Margin Required (capital needed),ROI (return percentage), and Commissions (total costs).
Trade 1 BTC from $50,000 to $55,000 with 10x leverage, $5 commission, no swap:
Result: $5,000 margin required, $5,000 gross profit, $4,995 net profit, 99.9% ROI
Margin = (Position Size × Entry Price) ÷ Leverage
Example: (1 × $50,000) ÷ 10 = $5,000 margin
P/L = (Exit Price - Entry Price) × Position Size
Example: ($55,000 - $50,000) × 1 = $5,000 profit
Commission = Commission per Lot × Position Size
Example: $5 × 1 = $5 total commission
Net P/L = Gross P/L - Commission + Swap
Example: $5,000 - $5 + $0 = $4,995 net
ROI = (Net P/L ÷ Margin Required) × 100
Example: ($4,995 ÷ $5,000) × 100 = 99.9%
Position Value = Margin × Leverage
Example: $5,000 × 10 = $50,000 controlled
Trade Setup: 0.5 BTC, Entry $60,000, Exit $62,000, 20x leverage, $10 commission, -$5 swap
• Margin: (0.5 × $60,000) ÷ 20 = $1,500• Gross P/L: ($62,000 - $60,000) × 0.5 = $1,000• Commission: $10 × 0.5 = $5• Net P/L: $1,000 - $5 - $5 = $990• ROI: ($990 ÷ $1,500) × 100 = 66%
10x leverage means a 10% adverse price move = 100% loss of margin (liquidation). 20x leverage? Just 5% against you = total loss. High leverage is the #1 cause of trading account destruction.
When losses approach your margin, exchanges automatically close (liquidate) your position. You lose 100% of margin. With 100x leverage, a 1% move liquidates you. Always maintain margin buffer.
Leverage intensifies emotions. Seeing huge % gains/losses clouds judgment. Traders abandon strategies, chase losses, or take excessive risks. This psychological pressure destroys more accounts than market moves.
Frequent trading with leverage accumulates massive commission costs. $10/trade × 100 trades = $1,000. On small accounts, commissions can consume 20-50% of profits. Quality over quantity.
Crypto markets never sleep. Holding leveraged positions overnight exposes you to sudden moves while you sleep. Plus, swap fees accumulate. Consider closing positions or using guaranteed stops.
When losses reduce margin below maintenance level, you get margin call to deposit more funds or face liquidation. In volatile crypto markets, this can happen in minutes, giving no time to react.
Early wins with leverage create false confidence. "I made 50% in one trade!" leads to larger positions, higher leverage, and eventually catastrophic losses. Success requires consistency, not lucky wins.
In volatile markets, stop-losses may execute far from set price (slippage). 10% stop could trigger at 15% loss. With high leverage, this slippage can liquidate your position entirely.
Never risk more than 1% of account per trade. $10,000 account = $100 max risk per trade. This protects you from ruin. You can survive 100 consecutive losses at 1% risk. At 10% risk? Only 10 losses destroy you.
Beginners: 1-2x max. Intermediate: 3-5x. Advanced: 5-10x.Professional day traders rarely exceed 10x. Never use 50-100x leverage - it's gambling, not trading.
Set stop-loss BEFORE entering every trade. Place it at a logical technical level (support/resistance), not arbitrary %. Honor it without exception. Moving stops to avoid losses is the fastest path to ruin.
Aim for minimum 2:1 reward-to-risk. Risking $100 to make $200+. This lets you profit even with 50% win rate. Many successful traders have 40% win rate but huge risk-reward ratios. Focus on good setups, not frequency.
Set maximum daily loss (e.g., 3% of account). If hit, STOP trading for the day. Revenge trading after losses is emotional and destroys accounts. Take breaks, clear your head, come back fresh.
Record entry/exit, reasons, emotions, what worked, what didn't. Review monthly. Patterns emerge: trading best in mornings, losing on Fridays, revenge trading after losses. Data beats intuition.
Crypto trading profits are taxable in most jurisdictions. Each trade, whether profitable or losing, is typically a taxable event. Keep detailed records of all trades including dates, amounts, prices, and associated costs (commissions, swap fees). Tax treatment varies by country and holding period.
Crypto trading taxation is complex and evolving. Tax authorities worldwide are increasing enforcement. Consult with a crypto-specialized tax professional or CPA to ensure compliance, optimize your tax strategy, and avoid penalties. The cost of professional advice is minimal compared to potential tax liabilities, audits, or fines. Don't rely on internet advice for tax decisions.