Risk disclosure

Cryptoassets are high risk investments. You should be prepared to lose all the money you put in.

Prices move sharply

Crypto prices can rise or fall by large amounts in minutes, at any hour, including weekends.

Limited protection

In the UK most cryptoassets are not covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme or the Financial Ombudsman Service. If a platform fails, you may not get your money back.

Scams are common

Be wary of anyone promising high or certain returns, asking for your seed phrase, or pressing you to act quickly.

Borrowing makes losses bigger

Trading with leverage can wipe out an account quickly. Many people lose money this way.

Tax

Gains on crypto may be taxable. Check the rules where you live.

General information only

Nothing on this site is a personal recommendation or financial advice.

Official sources

• Financial Conduct Authority: guidance on cryptoassets
• Bank of England: cryptoassets and stablecoins
• HM Revenue and Customs: cryptoassets manual