For CEX Listing Candidates
Build the Volume History CEXs Want to See
Centralized exchanges evaluate on-chain volume before listing. Build 30-90 days of consistent trading activity at a fraction of market maker costs.
OpenLiquid helps CEX listing candidates build on-chain volume history that centralized exchanges require as part of their listing evaluation. Running consistent volume sessions over 30-90 days creates the trading activity track record exchanges look for, at 1% per session versus $10,000-100,000/month for traditional market makers.
What CEXs Look For
Key metrics exchanges evaluate in listing applications.
Daily Volume
$50K-500K+ consistent daily volume over 30-90 days
Unique Traders
Multi-wallet distribution shows broad trading interest
Consistency
Steady volume beats spikes — sustained activity signals real demand
Cost Comparison
OpenLiquid vs traditional market makers for CEX preparation.
| Solution | Monthly Cost (30 days) | Setup Time | Commitment |
|---|---|---|---|
| OpenLiquid | $300-3,000 (varies by volume) | < 60 seconds | None — pay per session |
| Wintermute | $10,000-100,000 | 2-4 weeks | 3-12 month contract |
| Gotbit | $5,000-50,000 | 1-2 weeks | Monthly minimum |
| Kairon Labs | $3,000-20,000 | 1-2 weeks | Monthly minimum |
FAQ
Requirements vary, but most tier-2 and tier-3 exchanges look for $50,000-500,000 in consistent daily volume over 30-90 days. Tier-1 exchanges like Binance and Coinbase have higher thresholds.
We recommend running consistent sessions over 30-60 days to build a credible trading history. Sporadic volume looks less convincing than steady, sustained activity.
No tool can guarantee a listing. Volume is one of many factors exchanges evaluate, including team, community size, security audits, and tokenomics. OpenLiquid helps build the on-chain activity component.