Margin Calculator
How much collateral a leveraged position locks up, and the mirror truth: at 5×, every 1% move in price is 5% of your margin.
Results (live)
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How it works
margin = position value ÷ leverage
Worked example
A $20,000 position at 5× needs $4,000 margin. A 2% dip is an $80 price loss but a 10% dent in your collateral.
FAQ
How much margin do I need for a position?
Position value divided by leverage: $20,000 at 5× needs $4,000. Exchanges may add small buffers on top.
Cross or isolated margin?
Isolated caps loss at the position's margin. Cross lets your whole balance defend it, which saves some trades and drains whole accounts on others.
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Estimates only, not financial, tax or investment advice. Verify numbers against your exchange or a professional before acting.