Mark-up
If you build a platform or app that allows users to trade manually or via automation using Deriv APIs, you can earn up to 3% markup commission on every contract your users execute.
Example:
Let’s say a user places a $10 stake, and the potential payout without any markup is $17.20 if the trade wins.
If you set a 2% markup, your commission will be calculated on the potential payout: 2% of $17.20 = $0.34
With this adjusted stake, the user’s new potential payout becomes: $16.63

⚠️ Markup impacts the user’s profit. The higher the markup, the lower their payout.
Another Example:
Stake: USD 25.50
Payout: USD 50
Markup: 2% of USD 50 = USD 1
Client Balance Debited: USD 26.50
Other ways to monetize the Deriv API
You can make money with your Deriv API application in several ways:
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Charge for Access
Offer your trading app for a subscription or one-time fee if it provides value to users. -
Offer Premium Features
Charge extra for advanced features like real-time market data or advanced charting tools. -
Affiliate Marketing
Join Deriv partnership programmes to earn commissions by referring new users to the platform. -
Referral Fees
Encourage your users to refer others by offering them a referral fee, helping you grow your user base. -
Sell Advertising Space
If your app has a large user base, sell ad space to relevant advertisers to generate extra revenue.
Earning Partner Commissions
Earn commissions on trades and payments made through your apps. Learn more about the commission plans.
By following these strategies, you can effectively monetize your Deriv API applications!
Updated 5 days ago