Trading Fact-checked 2026-08-14

3Commas

Established 2017

The most popular trading-bot platform, automating strategies across 20+ exchanges.

3Commas lets you run DCA bots, grid bots and signal-based automation across most major exchanges via API keys, with a marketplace of shared strategies and a large community. It's the standard tool for traders who want rules-based execution while they sleep.

Quick facts

Founded

2017

Pros

Best-in-class bot variety and reliability
Works with nearly every major exchange
Paper trading and backtesting included

Cons

Subscription adds cost on top of trading fees
2022 API-key leak incident is a cautionary tale
Bots execute strategies — they don't make bad strategies good

Best for

Traders automating DCA and grid strategies

Fees

Free tier; paid plans from ~US$29/month.

Security notes

Uses API keys with withdrawal permissions disabled — keep it that way. The 2022 leak showed why API keys must never have withdrawal rights.

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Frequently asked questions

What is 3Commas?

3Commas is The most popular trading-bot platform, automating strategies across 20+ exchanges. 3Commas lets you run DCA bots, grid bots and signal-based automation across most major exchanges via API keys, with a marketplace of shared strategies and a large community. It's the standard tool for traders who want rules-based execution while they sleep.

Is 3Commas safe to use?

Uses API keys with withdrawal permissions disabled — keep it that way. The 2022 leak showed why API keys must never have withdrawal rights. As always, verify details on the official site before trusting funds to any service.

How much does 3Commas cost?

Free tier; paid plans from ~US$29/month. Figures change — confirm current pricing on the official site before deciding.

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