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Broker reviewLast reviewed · 14 April 2026

FOREX.com review

Discover FOREX.com, a trusted broker since 1999, offering forex and CFD trading with cutting-edge technology and global reach. Explore their strengths and trading platforms.

United States · Est. 1999
ByEthan JamesEdited by InvestorTrip Editorial teamLast reviewed April 14, 2026
About the broker

Overview

FOREX.com was founded in 1999 and is part of one of the most prime online trading services providers - GAIN Capital Group. Over time, FOREX.com established itself as one of the most respected and oldest brokers in the industry, with offerings extending to forex and CFDs on a retail as well as institutional level.

Founded
1999
Headquarters
United States
Address
44 Wall Street, 7th Floor, New York, New York 10005
Website
www.forex.com
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Strengths and watchouts

Strengths
  • Strong regulatory oversight
  • A wide range of tradable instruments
  • High-quality trading platforms
  • Excellent market research and educational content
  • Higher spreads compared to some low-cost brokers
  • Inactivity fees
  • Geo-Restrictions
Watchouts

Watchouts are not yet documented for this broker. Review fees, regulation and account terms before opening an account.

Tier-1 register checks

Safety and regulation

FOREX.com is a regulated broker under FCA in the UK, CFTC in the United States, ASIC in Australia, and MAS in Singapore. This takes account of financial standards that must be fulfilled very strictly. Client funds are deposited in top-tier banks separately to ensure safety. Again, some types of retail traders in jurisdictions are not able to have access to negative balance protection.

Regulators on file
  • CIRO
  • CySEC
  • NFA
  • CFTC
  • CIMA
  • FCA
  • FSA
  • MAS
  • ASIC
Risk warning

Between 70% and 85% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with most regulated providers — the exact figure for any specific broker is published on that broker's own website. Consider whether you understand how these instruments work and whether you can afford the high risk of losing your money.

What you can trade

Markets available

  • Forex
  • Indices
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Commodities
  • Energy
  • Metals
  • Stocks
  • CFDs
Min deposit and structure

Account types

AccountMin depositCommissionLeverage
Standard$00.21:1 to 1:400
What you pay

Fees and costs

The mediums of charges are relatively cheaper: 1.0 pips are laid down for standard accounts and zero for commission accounts. Commissions, equal to $5 every 100k traded, are required by commission accounts. These are applied with an overnight swap rate for everything held overnight. The trading platform has neatly arranged details for swap rates for customers. Amounts of $15 per month are deducted in the case of dormant accounts.

Getting help

Customer support

Phone
International: +1.908.315.0653 UAE: +9718000321278 Colombia: +5718005189122
Hours
24/5 - phone, email, chat
Methodology

How we reviewed this broker

Each broker review documents the broker's claimed regulators, cross-references them against the public registers (FCA, CySEC, ASIC, FSCA, BCC and others), and notes any divergence. Where a regulator has issued a public advisory, the URL is cited inline so a reader can verify it directly. Tradable instruments, account types, and fees are sourced from the broker's published disclosures or documented as unavailable. The full scoring methodology is public.

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From readers

Frequently asked questions

Is the broker regulated?
Yes, FOREX.com is regulated - and that too by FCA, CFTC, ASIC, and MAS.
What are the platforms to trade on?
FOREX.com Web Trader, Advanced Trading Platform, MetaTrader 4, and MetaTrader 5, and its mobile apps are among those traded on.
How much is the least minimum down payment required for starting an account?
Less than or equal to $100 is always the minimum sum of money you can pay to open a balance in most types of accounts.
What types of accounts does the broker offer?
The broker offers Standard, Commission, DMA, and demo accounts on offering the multitude of trading opportunities to traders.
How much do you get to pay as fees and commissions?
They cover the expense of spreads, fee structures for Commission Accounts and all swap rates applicable to overnight positions, and last, if not amongst the least, costs of account inactivity.
How big is the leveraged force maximum?
Leverage is up to 1:30 for the retail or professional clients under ESMA Agreements, whereas higher-geared debts are allowed for professional traders.
Do you provide demo accounts?
Yes, customers are given an opportunity to practice and improve their trading strategies with virtual funds risk-free through the provision of a demo account.
How to reach the customer support department?
Customer service representatives are reachable across the globe through chat, email, or phone 24/7, although help is available in several languages during trading hours.

Reviewed by the InvestorTrip Editorial team · Last updated 14 April 2026

Broker data documented from public sources: regulator registers (FCA, CySEC, ASIC, FSCA, BCC and others), the broker's own website (www.forex.com), and IOSCO I-SCAN warnings where applicable. Information can change — verify current terms directly with the broker before depositing.