Kraken

228 reviews, 79% of them positive; 10K WHUF vouched for them by 1 person.79% positive · 228 reviews· 10K WHUF vouched· Influence factor 165, above 33% of accounts

The record

From 127 activities · May 2026

Kraken is one of crypto's longest-running exchanges, founded in 2011 and widely trusted for its security-first approach—it has never suffered a major hack resulting in customer fund losses. The platform emphasizes cold storage custody, regular Proof of Reserves audits, regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions, and transparent operations. Users consistently praise its reliability, clean interface, solid liquidity, and professional tools for both beginners and experienced traders. Beyond spot trading, it offers futures, margin, staking, and newer products like xStocks (tokenized equities) and Ink Chain (an Ethereum L2). While some note occasional friction during high-demand token sales and fees that can be steep on the standard app, Kraken is broadly recognized as a dependable, no-nonsense platform that prioritizes stability and user protection over hype.

What people say

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1217Jero9d ago 10K WHUF“Best exchange with high ethics”

“A trusted market platform”I do not have an account with Kraken, but tried to open accounts for some of my friends and I know how careful they are when it comes to opening an account and so far their platform was safe and sound.

Silentmode · 1362· 1y ago14

“Undiscussed market leader”Kraken has always been on the top of the crypto market as one of the main CEXs around, and right now they're also innovating a lot through tokenized stocks. Bold move, surely something to keep an eye on, never felt more bullish on a new narrative like this one. I think we're really about to see a paradigm shift in crypto thanks to Kraken's efforts as well, and that's what the crypto space needed for a long time.

2140 Podcast - Sam & Cerve · 1341· 1y ago17

“A reliable name in crypto”Kraken has always given me the impression of being one of the most trustworthy exchanges in the industry. Instead of chasing trends or constantly promoting the next big thing, the platform seems focused on providing a stable, secure, and professional trading experience. The interface is clean and functional. It may not be the easiest platform for complete beginners, especially compared to some exchanges with simpler layouts, but once you get familiar with it, the available tools are powerful and well organized. It's a platform that feels built for people who plan to stay in crypto for the long run. Another thing I appreciate is Kraken's reputation. Over the years, it has consistently been viewed as one of the more security-focused exchanges, and that level of trust is valuable in an industry where reliability matters just as much as features.

Karolina · 1415· 3mo ago13

“They are not ready”The worst token sale experience I've ever had was when the website was lagging terribly, and you just sat there waiting. Regular users couldn't even see the button to buy tokens. Only software developers got them. It was awful.

Orange Cat 🐱 · 1280· 1y ago · negative13

“Kraken works fine”I’ve used Kraken a couple of times and never had any issues buying or selling crypto. It’s reliable and works smoothly. I don’t really enjoy KYC, but if I have to use it, Kraken is usually my second choice after Binance or Coinbase. Solid exchange overall.

Broly_222 · 1193· 1y ago13

“Probably the must reliable US friendly exchange.”

digijoe · 1321· 1y ago13

“Power User of Kraken since 2017”I am using Kraken myself since 2017. Kraken is compliant under MICA in germany and a trustworthy exchange

CrazyCrypto.eth · 1294· 1y ago13

“Great intern”I like this plateform, they are not just a Exchanger but also a friendly plateform even you're a small account on X they gave you a x100 respect, wish for kraken a great uptober!

Tafi · 1230· 1y ago12

“KrakenFX – Bền vững & chuyên nghiệp”KrakenFX cho mình cảm giác đáng tin, kỹ tính, phù hợp cho cả newbie lẫn pro trader. Không kiểu “chém gió”, mà build nền tảng chắc. Thích nhất phần bảo mật + phí hợp lý. Nếu bạn cần sàn mà vừa có edge kỹ thuật, vừa an tâm về tài sản – profile này làm mình tin tưởng lắm. Có vài chỗ support hơi chậm, nhưng overall vẫn thích!

0xShadow · 1245· 1y ago12

“longest-standing and most respected cryptocurrency exchanges”it strikes the perfect balance between security, regulatory compliance, and deep liquidity. With over a decade of clean track record and zero hacks, it’s widely trusted by both retail and institutional users. Kraken offers powerful trading tools, fiat on/off ramps in multiple currencies, and access to a wide range of assets, all while maintaining transparent operations and strong oversight.

0xE8f4 · 1246· 1y ago12

“Innovative and Reliable Platform. New Era of Investing Accessibility”Always been a reliable platform for me, but the addition of xStocks has taken it to another level. The clear communication about the feature, the ease of access, and the ongoing support have made my experience exceptionally smooth.

Xuri · 1162· 1y ago12

“top US cex”seems much more reliable than Coinbase for US users, good security measures. My go to cex and on/off ramp

ct613 · 1342· 1y ago12

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