Why Choose Limora?
Limora offers a unique approach to leveraged cryptocurrency trading that sets it apart from traditional centralized exchanges and other DeFi protocols.Key Advantages
True Decentralization
No central authority controls your funds. All trades execute through audited
smart contracts on Base.
No KYC Required
Trade privately without submitting personal documents. Just connect your
wallet and go.
Transparent Pricing
Oracle-based pricing ensures fair execution. No hidden spreads or order book
manipulation.
Self-Custody
Your keys, your coins. Funds remain in smart contracts you control, never in
a centralized hot wallet.
Limora vs. Centralized Exchanges
| Feature | Limora | CEX |
|---|---|---|
| Custody | Self-custody (smart contracts) | Exchange holds funds |
| KYC Required | No | Yes |
| Withdrawal Limits | None | Often restricted |
| Counterparty Risk | Minimal (smart contract) | Exchange solvency risk |
| Geographic Restrictions | Protocol-level only | Varies by exchange |
| Transparency | Fully on-chain | Opaque order books |
For Traders
High Leverage Options
Access up to 100x leverage on major trading pairs. Whether you want conservative 2x positions or aggressive 100x trades, Limora gives you the flexibility to choose.Competitive Fees
Limora’s fee structure is designed to be competitive with or lower than centralized alternatives:- Opening Fee: 0.08% of position size
- Closing Fee: 0.08% of position size
- Hourly Interest: Variable based on utilization
Advanced Order Types
Protect your capital with built-in risk management:- Stop-Loss Orders: Automatically close losing positions at your defined price
- Take-Profit Orders: Lock in gains when the market moves in your favor
- Limit Orders: Set your desired entry price and wait for the market to come to you
Multiple Collateral Options
Trade using your preferred stablecoins and assets:- USDC (primary collateral)
- Additional collateral types coming soon
For Matchers (Liquidity Providers)
Earn Passive Income
Put your idle capital to work by matching trades. Earn interest every hour that your funds are deployed in active positions.Flexible Participation
- Choose which trades to match based on size and direction
- Withdraw unmatched funds at any time
- No lock-up periods for undeployed capital
Transparent Returns
All interest rates and payments are calculated on-chain and visible in real-time. Know exactly what you’re earning without hidden fees.Risk Management
As a matcher, you effectively take the opposite side of a trader’s position. If a trader goes long, you’re effectively short (and vice versa). Understanding this relationship helps you manage your exposure.Security First
Smart Contract Audits
Limora’s smart contracts undergo rigorous security audits by leading blockchain security firms before deployment.Oracle Reliability
We use battle-tested oracle solutions to provide accurate, manipulation-resistant price feeds for all trading pairs.Gradual Rollout
New features and trading pairs are introduced gradually with appropriate risk limits, allowing the system to be battle-tested at each stage.The Limora Difference
What makes Limora different from GMX or dYdX?
What makes Limora different from GMX or dYdX?
While GMX and dYdX are excellent protocols, Limora’s peer-to-peer matching
model offers unique advantages: - Direct matching between traders and
liquidity providers - Flexible interest rate model based on position
duration - Simplified collateral management
Why build on Base instead of other L2s?
Why build on Base instead of other L2s?
Base offers an ideal combination of: - Extremely low transaction costs -
Strong institutional backing from Coinbase - Growing ecosystem of DeFi
protocols - Ethereum security guarantees
Is Limora suitable for beginners?
Is Limora suitable for beginners?
While Limora is accessible to all skill levels, leveraged trading carries
significant risk. We recommend: - Starting with low leverage (2-5x) - Using
stop-loss orders on all positions - Trading only with funds you can afford
to lose - Reading our complete documentation before trading