What is OKX Rebate Rate? How to Calculate Invitation Earnings
OKXhas two separate rebate systems for its DEX (decentralized exchange) and CEX (centralized exchange) invitation plans, with different rates and calculation methods. The DEX plan offers a maximum rebate of50%, the default node plan rebate is30%, CEX spot trading rebate is30%, and futures trading rebate is20%. This article focuses on the DEX invitation plan, the most commonly used channel for OKX Web3 wallet users.
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1. DEX Rebate: 6 Tiers, Up to 50%
The OKX DEX invitation plan has 6 tiers, determined by theinvitee's monthly DEX trading volume.
| Tier | Total Rebate Rate | Monthly DEX Trading Volume Threshold |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20% | $0 (Default) |
| 2 | 30% | $100,000 |
| 3 | 35% | $300,000 |
| 4 | 40% | $1,000,000 |
| 5 | 45% | $3,000,000 |
| 6 | 50% | $10,000,000 |
*Each tier allows setting a 0–20% fee discount for invitees.
Upgrade and Downgrade Mechanism:
- The systemevaluates hourly; automatic upgrade within2 hoursif criteria are met
- On the 1st of each month, performance over thepast 3 monthsis assessed; downgrade occurs if the threshold is missed for 3 consecutive months
2. How Rebate is Calculated: Two Key Numbers
The formula is straightforward:
Your actual rebate = Total rebate rate - Discount rate given to friends
For example: You are Tier 1 (total rebate 20%) and set a 10% discount for a friend. Your friend pays 10 USDC in trading fees. You earn1 USDC(20% - 10% = 10% × 10 USDC), and your friend saves 1 USDC.
Important Note: If you are Tier 1 but set a 20% discount for your friend, your actual rebate = 20% - 20% =0%, resulting in no earnings.
Rebates arecredited instantlyto your wallet. The platform does not hold them; rebates are sent to the corresponding address on the chain where the trade occurred.
3. CEX Node Plan: Another Rebate Channel
If you participate in OKX'sNode Plan (Affiliate Program), the rules differ slightly:
- Default rebate rate is30%of the invitee's trading fees
- Higher rates are achievable after meeting higher trading volume and user count targets
- Rebates aresettled hourly in USDTand are valid for life (as long as the invitation relationship remains active)
- Spot and futures are combined for rebate rate calculation
Nodes can also recruitsub-nodes, which receive a fixed rebate from the parent node (25%–40%) and are not subject to tier upgrade/downgrade assessments.
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4. Exceptions Affecting Rebate
Rebatesare not generatedin the following cases:
- The invitee trades fee-exempt tokens
- The inviting wallet or invitee's account is frozen
- The trading user uses rebate cards or trial funds to offset fees
- The trading user has a special fee rate (e.g., VIP 4 or above)
How to check my current rebate tier?
In the OKX App or web interface, go to [Invite Friends] or [Promotion Center]. The page will display your current invitation tier and corresponding total rebate rate.
Can an invitation code be modified after creation?
No.Once created, the invitation code and discount rate cannot be modified or deleted. It is recommended to plan carefully before creating one.
Are CEX and DEX invitation codes the same?
No. DEX invitations are based on the Web3 wallet, while CEX invitations are based on the exchange account. The entry points and rebate rules differ. This article primarily covers the DEX plan; CEX rules should be referenced from the 'Invite Friends' page in the app.
