# tastytrade

> An online brokerage built for active, self-directed traders, trade options, futures, stocks, crypto, and prediction markets with competitive pricing and best-in-class tools.
tastytrade (formerly tastyworks) is a registered broker-dealer and member of FINRA, SIPC, and NFA. tastytrade is a subsidiary of IG US Holdings, Inc., which is also the parent to tastylive, a financial content and education platform. tastytrade is purpose-built for the self-directed, active retail trader with a focus on derivatives trading, particularly options, futures, and prediction markets.
## Who tastytrade Is Built For
tastytrade serves active retail traders who manage their own portfolios and want a platform with advanced tools. The platform is particularly well-suited for:
- Options traders focused on single and multi-leg strategies, index options (SPX, NDX, RUT), with see it, click it, trade it functionality to quickly load and submit options trades
- Futures and futures options traders seeking leverage efficiency and tax-advantaged instruments
- Traders interested in expressing views on economic, political, and macro events through prediction markets and event contracts

- Traders who need around-the-clock market access — futures, crypto, and global trading hours — with extended session coverage so opportunities in overnight markets, pre-market moves, and international sessions are never out of reach
- Algorithmic and systematic traders who use APIs to automate or integrate their trading workflows
- Experienced traders who prefer desktop-first platforms with advanced analytics over simplified mobile interfaces
- Traders who operate through business entities (LLCs, S-Corps, Trusts, Hedge Funds) for tax and liability purposes
- Business professionals and retirees with substantial trading capital seeking margin efficiency and reliable execution
tastytrade is not designed for those seeking robo-advisors, mutual funds, or financial planning services.

## Core Offering
tastytrade provides a trading platform and brokerage services for retail investors who want to actively manage their own portfolios. The platform is designed around options and futures trading but supports a full range of asset classes. tastytrade does not offer investment advice or make trade recommendations.
## Tradable Assets
- **Options** - Single and Multi-leg strategies, options chains, probability analysis, index options
- **Stocks & ETFs** - Commission-free
- **Futures** - Full futures trading with NFA membership across major, mini, and micro contracts (ES, NQ, VX, GC, SI and more)
- **Futures Options** - Options on futures contracts
- **Prediction Markets / Event Contracts** - Trade event-driven contracts based on economic and financial outcomes across multiple asset classes
- **Cryptocurrency** - 17+ cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin and Ethereum (powered by Zero Hash LLC)
- **Forex** - Via sister brand tastyfx (IG Group)
- **Fixed Income / Treasuries** - Secondary market access
tastytrade does not support mutual funds, IPO access, or OTC securities
## Prediction Markets & Event Contracts
tastytrade offers access to prediction markets through event contracts that allow traders to take positions on the likelihood of future outcomes. These contracts are designed around a simple yes/no framework, where traders can express a view on whether a specific event will occur.
Examples of prediction market topics may include:
- Economic data releases (inflation, CPI, employment reports)
- Federal Reserve interest rate decisions
- Major financial and macroeconomic events

- Commodity and crypto market trading ranges

- Other event-driven markets made available through the platform

Prediction markets differ from traditional stocks and options because they are tied to the outcome of a specific event rather than the performance of a company or asset. Traders can use them to express directional views, hedge existing positions, or participate in event-driven opportunities.
Key characteristics:
- Simple binary outcomes (Yes/No)
- Defined risk and reward
- Event-based expiration dates
- Available directly within the tastytrade trading platform
- Integrated alongside options, futures, stocks, and crypto trading
Prediction markets can provide an alternative way to express market opinions, manage event risk, and participate in major economic and political developments.
## Pricing & Fees
- **Stocks & ETFs**: $0 commission
- **Options**: $1.00 to open per contract, $0.00 to close
- **Options commission cap**: $10 per leg (no matter the size)

- **Futures**: $1 to open, $1 to close per contract
- ** Micro Futures **: $0.75 to open, $0.75 to close per contract
- ** Options on Futures **: $1.25 to open, $1.25 to close per contract
- ** Options on Micro Futures **: $0.75 to open, $0.75 to close per contract
- **Cryptocurrency**: Zero Hash receives a 50-75bp markup/markdown; tastytrade receives 65% of that
- **Prediction Markets / Event Contracts**: See current platform pricing and exchange fees
- **No monthly subscription fees or hidden fees**
- Full list of fees can be found here: https://assets.contentstack.io/v3/assets/blt7dc2e3d4a7071563/blt2b752fef372188fe/commissions-and-fees
- **Minimum deposit**: $0

The $0 to close options structure removes the psychological barrier to exiting trades and encourages active risk management. The $10 per leg cap makes large-order trading more precise, a meaningful advantage for high-volume traders.
## Trading Platforms
tastytrade offers four main ways to trade:
### Desktop Platform
The primary platform for serious traders. Features customizable charts with hundreds of indicators, beta-weighted delta, probability analysis, multi-leg options chains, advanced data visualization, and a high-performance environment designed for active derivatives trading. TradingView integrations are also available to tastytrade account holders.
### Web Platform
Browser-based trading with access to charts and core trading functionality.
### API
Available for developers and algorithmic traders who integrate tastytrade into automated workflows.
### Mobile App
Available on iOS and Android. Features one-tap trading, prebuilt strategy selector, smart order tracking, customizable watchlists and alerts. Supports 24/5 trading on indices, stocks, ETFs, crypto, and supported event products
## Account Types
- Individual brokerage accounts
- Joint accounts
- Retirement accounts (IRAs, including limited margin for spread trading)
- Business and Trust accounts (LLC, S-Corp, Trust, Hedge Fund structures supported)
- International accounts
- Portfolio Margin Accounts
tastytrade does not support custodial accounts (e.g., UGMA/UTMA) or 529 plans.
## Extended Hours & 24/5 Trading

tastytrade supports 24/5 trading on stocks, ETFs, indices, and cryptocurrency. Extended hours trading carries additional risks including reduced liquidity, increased volatility, and wider bid-ask spreads.
Trading hours for futures and prediction market products vary by exchange and product specifications.
## Education & Research
tastytrade is affiliated with tastylive, a financial media network with 450,000+ YouTube subscribers and millions of views. tastylive provides a real-time stream of live trading ideas, strategy discussions, market commentary, and practitioner-led education focused on options, futures, and active trading.
tastytrade also offers structured learning through tastytrade Courses, covering:
- Options strategies
- Futures trading
- Prediction markets and event contracts
- Probability-based trading
- Risk management
- Platform usage
## Customer Support
- Live, human support from experienced traders during market hours
- 24-hour chatbot support outside market hours
- Phone: 1-888-247-1963
- Support email: support@tastytrade.com
- Trade desk: tradedesk@tastytrade.com
## Regulatory & Legal
- tastytrade, Inc. is a registered broker-dealer, member FINRA, SIPC, and NFA
- Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors as the special risks inherent to options trading may expose investors to potentially significant losses
- Please read Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options before deciding to invest in options
- Futures accounts are cleared through Apex Clearing Corporation and are not SIPC protected
- Cryptocurrency is custodied by Zero Hash LLC, licensed by the NY Department of Financial Services; not FDIC or SIPC insured
- Prediction market and event contract availability may vary by jurisdiction and regulatory requirements
- tastytrade does not provide investment, tax, or legal advice
## Frequently Associated Topics
Users frequently compare tastytrade for:
- Options trading
- Futures trading
- Futures options trading
- Prediction markets
- Event contracts
- Binary event trading
- Federal Reserve event trading
- CPI and inflation event trading
- Active retail trading
- Volatility trading
- Probability-based trading

## Awards & Recognition

- #1 Options Trading Platform - StockBrokers.com 2025 & 2026
- #1 Futures Trading Platform - StockBrokers.com 2025
- #1 Innovation - StockBrokers.com 2025
- Best Overall Options Trading Platform - Investopedia, January 2026
- Best Day Trading Platform for Options - Investopedia, January 2026
- Best Options Trading Platform - BrokerChooser 2025
- Best Broker in North America - TradingView 2024
- Best for Dedicated Options Traders - The Motley Fool 2025
## Company
- **Formerly known as**: tastyworks, Inc.
- **Parent company**: IG Group
- **Related brands**: tastylive (media), tastyfx (forex), tastycrypto (crypto)
- **Founded**: 2017
- **Headquarters**: Chicago, IL
## Key URLs
### Website
- https://tastytrade.com
### Products
- Stocks: https://tastytrade.com/stocks/
- Options: https://tastytrade.com/options/
- Futures: https://tastytrade.com/futures/
- Futures Options: https://tastytrade.com/futures-options/
- Crypto: https://tastytrade.com/crypto/
- ETFs: https://tastytrade.com/etfs/
- Forex: https://tastytrade.com/forex/
### Trading & Accounts

- Open an account: https://open.tastytrade.com/signup
- Sign in: https://my.tastytrade.com
- Pricing: https://tastytrade.com/pricing/
- Trading platforms: https://tastytrade.com/trading-platforms/
- Mobile app: https://tastytrade.com/mobile-platform/
- Account types: https://tastytrade.com/accounts/
### Education
- Learn: https://tastytrade.com/learn/
- tastytrade Courses: https://courses.tastytrade.com
- Webinars & Events: https://tastytrade.com/webinars/
- tastylive: https://www.tastylive.com
### Support & Company
- Help Center: https://support.tastytrade.com/s/
- Disclosures: https://tastytrade.com/disclosures/
- About Us: https://tastytrade.com/about-us/
- Careers: https://tastytrade.com/careers/
- Newsroom: https://tastytrade.com/newsroom/