At a glance
| Type | Exchange |
|---|---|
| Spot maker / taker | % / 1.0–1.5 (spread)% |
| Deposit / withdrawal | Free (bank) / Network / bank fee |
| Welcome bonus | None standard |
| Supported assets | 250+ |
| Fiat on-ramps | USD, EUR, GBP |
| KYC required | Yes |
| Jurisdiction | Denver, CO, USA |
| Availability | US, EU, 140+ countries |
| Editorial rating | 4.1 / 5 |
Pros
- Transparent any-to-any trading
- 250+ assets incl. stocks & metals
- Published reserves / attestations
- US-regulated since 2014
Cons
- Spread pricing (1%+)
- Smaller trading community
- Limited staking options
Uphold (founded 2014, headquartered in Denver) lets users trade across crypto, stocks, metals and fiat in one account, with a distinctive “anything-to-anything” routing. It publishes proof-of-reserves and emphasises transparency.
Who Uphold is for
Uphold suits users who want a broad asset menu and transparent reserves without juggling multiple apps. It is less of a high-octane trading venue and more of a straightforward multi-asset wallet-exchange hybrid.
Fees & pricing
Trades are spread-based, typically around 1%–1.5% depending on the pair. There are no complex maker/taker tiers, which keeps things simple but generally pricier than pure exchanges.
Security & regulation
Uphold is US-regulated and publishes third-party attestations of reserves. The majority of assets are held in custody with insured partners, and the platform has operated since 2014 without a major insolvency event.
Frequently asked questions
Is Uphold available in the US?
Yes, Uphold is US-regulated and serves American residents directly.
What are Uphold fees?
Uphold uses spread-based pricing, typically about 1%–1.5% per trade, with no separate maker/taker tiers.
Is Uphold safe?
Uphold publishes third-party reserve attestations and has operated since 2014 without a major insolvency.
How we verify
ChainReach
Verified by the ChainReach editorial team against each platform’s public pages. Figures are promotional and may change — confirm the live number on the offer card before funding an account.