Using the Crypto Liquidation & Leverage Calculator
Enter your inputs above and compare the result with the worked example. Review the assumptions before applying it to a trade, portfolio or tax return.
Worked example
Use the example inputs below to reproduce this result. These are the form's starting values, not recommended targets. Changing your inputs updates your result above; this worked example stays fixed for comparison. Results are rounded for display.
Example inputs
- Currency (use for all money amounts)
- USD
- Position side
- Long
- Entry price per coin
- 100
- Coins held
- 2
- Leverage (×)
- 10
- Maintenance margin (%)
- 0.5
Example result
- Estimated liquidation price (USD)
- 90.452261
- Initial margin (USD)
- 20
- Position notional (USD)
- 200
Method and assumptions
Solve initial margin + directional unrealized profit = maintenance rate × current notional. This model assumes a linear contract, isolated collateral and constant maintenance rate. Exchange mark prices, funding, fees, margin tiers and cross collateral can change liquidation.
How to interpret crypto estimates
Use prices and costs in the same currency. Market observations are venue-specific. Hypothetical returns are scenarios, and historical observations do not predict future prices. These tools provide educational estimates and do not constitute investment or tax advice.
Common question
Why does my exchange show another liquidation price?
An exchange may use its own mark price, liquidation fees, risk tiers and treatment of funding or collateral.