Understanding the fee structure is essential for making informed decisions when using NinjaSwap. This guide explains all the fees associated with our cryptocurrency exchange service, how they're calculated, and ways to reduce your costs.
Fee Structure Overview
NinjaSwap's fee structure is designed to be transparent and competitive. Our fees fall into several categories:
Exchange Fee
The primary fee charged by NinjaSwap for facilitating the exchange between cryptocurrencies. This fee is already included in the exchange rate shown to you.
Network Fee
Fees paid to cryptocurrency network miners/validators to process transactions on the blockchain. These vary by network congestion and are not controlled by NinjaSwap.
How Exchange Fees Are Calculated
Our exchange fees are calculated based on several factors:
Exchange Amount
Larger transactions typically receive preferential rates with lower percentage fees.
Currency Pair
Some cryptocurrency pairs have higher liquidity and thus lower fees, while rare or less liquid pairs may have higher fees.
Exchange Type
Fixed-rate exchanges typically have a slightly higher fee than floating-rate exchanges to account for price volatility risk.
User Tier
Regular users with verified accounts and higher trading volumes qualify for lower fees through our loyalty program.
Important
NinjaSwap always shows you the exact amount you will receive before you confirm an exchange. The rate displayed already includes our exchange fee, so there are no hidden charges.
Network (Blockchain) Fees
Network fees are separate from NinjaSwap's exchange fees and are paid to cryptocurrency miners/validators:
- Deposit Fees: When sending cryptocurrency to NinjaSwap, you pay the network fee from your wallet.
- Withdrawal Fees: When NinjaSwap sends the exchanged cryptocurrency to your receiving address, we pay the network fee.
Network fees vary significantly between different cryptocurrencies:
| Cryptocurrency | Typical Network Fee | Fee Variability |
|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin (BTC) | $1-20 | High - varies with network congestion |
| Ethereum (ETH) | $2-50 | Very high - gas prices fluctuate significantly |
| Litecoin (LTC) | $0.05-0.30 | Low - relatively stable |
| Ripple (XRP) | $0.0002-0.005 | Very low - extremely stable |
| Binance Coin (BNB) | $0.10-1.00 | Low to medium - fairly stable |
| Solana (SOL) | $0.0001-0.01 | Very low - extremely stable |
Minimizing Network Fees
- Consider exchanging during periods of lower network congestion (weekends, non-peak hours)
- For non-urgent exchanges, currencies with lower and more stable network fees may be preferable
- Consolidate multiple smaller exchanges into a single larger exchange when possible
Loyalty Program and Fee Discounts
NinjaSwap offers reduced fees through our loyalty program:
For all unverified users
- Basic exchange functionality
- Standard support access
For verified users with 5+ exchanges
- Higher exchange limits
- Priority support access
- Access to affiliate program
For verified users with 20+ exchanges
- Maximum exchange limits
- 24/7 priority support
- Enhanced affiliate rates
- Custom API integration support
To qualify for fee discounts:
- Create and verify your NinjaSwap account
- Complete the required number of exchanges
- Discounts are automatically applied to all subsequent exchanges
Additional Fee Considerations
- Fixed vs. Floating Rate: Fixed rate exchanges have a slightly higher fee as they protect you from market volatility during the exchange.
- Minimum Exchange Amount: Very small exchanges may be subject to minimum fees to cover operational costs.
- Refund Fees: In case a refund is necessary, you may be charged the network fee for the refund transaction.
Fee Transparency
At NinjaSwap, we're committed to complete fee transparency. The amount shown in the exchange preview is the exact amount you'll receive, with all fees already accounted for. If you have questions about a specific exchange's fees, our support team is available to provide a detailed breakdown.
For more information about the exchange process itself, please see ourHow Exchanges Work guide. If you have specific questions about fees for your particular exchange, pleasecontact our support team.