Libertex Review 2021

Review Sections

• Investor Protection & Regulations
• Tradable Products
• Account Opening
• Deposit & Withdrawals options
• Web & Desktop Trading Platforms
• Mobile Trading Platforms
• Trading Features
• Commissions & Spreads
• Bonus & Promotions
• Customer Support
• Research
• Trader Education
• Trading Experience
• FAQ
• Conclusion

Investor Protection & Regulations

“Libertex is the brand name of Indication Investments Ltd, a Cyprus Investment Firm, authorised and regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC).”

Libertex is the brand name of Indication Investments Ltd, a Cyprus Investment Firm, authorised and regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), as shown on the regulator’s register below:

The broker provides further security of client funds by following the below regulatory requirements:

• Holding Funds in a segregated account from company funds.
• Negative balance protection policy.

Tradable Products

“Libertex offers clients the ability to trade on over 250+ financial CFD instruments covering Forex, Stocks, Cryptocurrencies, Metals, Indices, Agriculture, Oil and Gas and ETFs.”

Libertex offers clients the ability to trade on over 250+ financial CFD instruments covering Forex, Stocks, Cryptocurrencies, Metals, Indices, Agriculture, Oil and Gas and ETFs. Below is a list of just some of the available markets for trading:

*Details regarding the available assets are taken from the Libertex.com website and are correct at the time of this review. You can find a more detailed list here.

** Users residing in the United Kingdom will not be able to access cryptocurrencies due to regulatory restrictions from the FCA.

Trading costs such as spreads and overnight funding (swap) rates vary depending on the account type opened and instrument being traded and are covered further down this review.

Account Opening

“Libertex offers a single live account as well as a demo account.”

Libertex offers a single live account as well as a demo account. The live account features:

• €100 minimum deposit.
• Commission-based trading from 0.03%.
• Spreads from 0.2 pips on EURUSD.
• Leverage up to 1:30.*

*Professional clients can access leverage up to 1:999.

Users can open a new account in just a few steps. After clicking the ‘Open Account’ button on the broker’s homepage, users will be guided through the following steps:

1. Sign Up: Name, email and phone number.
2. Employment details: Employment status, industry of employment and education level.
3. Trading Experience: Questions relating to CFD trading, trading knowledge and experience.
4. Financial details: Questions relating to source of wealth, net worth and annual income.
5. Personal Details: Name, address, nationality, contact number and date of birth.
6. Document Verification: Proof of identity (passport or driving licence) and proof of residence (utility bill or bank statement – not more than 6 months old).

The client portal is shown below:

Libertex does not offer services to Non-European Countries.

Deposit & Withdrawals Options

“Libertex offers a variety of funding methods including via debit/credit cards, bank wire, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, Jeton and more.”

Libertex offers a variety of funding methods including via debit/credit cards, bank wire, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, Jeton and more. The below tables show some of the popular deposit and withdrawal methods available and their associated fees and processing times:

Clients can deposit and withdraw funds through the client portal.

Web & Desktop Trading Platforms

“Libertex offers users the ability to trade on the Libertex Web Platform as well as the globally renowned MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 platforms for PC.”

Libertex offers users the ability to trade on the Libertex Web Platform as well as the globally renowned MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 platforms for PC. The platform features are highlighted below:

Libertex Web Platform

• Trade multiple asset classes.
• Interactive charts.
• Great range of technical tools and indicators.
• No download is needed.

Libertex MetaTrader 4 (PC)

• Fully customisable.
• Multiple analytical instruments.
• Advanced charting.
• Over 30 built-in indicators.

Libertex MetaTrader 5 (PC)

• 21 timeframes.
• 6 order types.
• Expert Advisors.
• Advanced charting capability.

A screenshot of the Libertex Web Platform is shown below and is covered in more detail in the video review:

Mobile Trading Platforms

“Libertex offers users the ability to access mobile trading on the go via the Libertex mobile app and the MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 mobile apps for Android and iOS systems.”

Libertex offers users the ability to access mobile trading on the go via the Libertex mobile app and the MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 mobile apps for Android and iOS systems. The app download links can be found in the Google PlayStore or Apple AppStore respectively.

The Libertex mobile app provides a range of different features including:

• Trade and manage your account on the go.
• Access order types.
• Real-time quote streaming.
• Access multiple asset classes.

The Libertex mobile trading app and its features are covered in more detail in the video review.

Trading Features

“Libertex does not provide any additional features from what is already available in the trading platforms offered. However, users can still access the MetaTrader Marketplace from the MetaTrader platforms.”

Libertex does not provide any additional features from what is already available in the trading platforms offered. However, users who are trading through the MetaTrader 4 or MetaTrader 5 platforms can use the MetaTrader marketplace to access thousands of additional trading tools and automated strategies.

Commissions & Spreads

“Trading with Libertex is commission-based but trading costs vary depending on the trading platform chosen and the market traded.”

Trading with Libertex is commission-based but trading costs vary depending on the trading platform chosen and the market traded. The table below shows the average spreads and commission charges taken from the Libertex Web Platform on Wednesday 15th September 2021 at 11:00 AM.

Further commission charges on the Pro and MetaTrader accounts can be found in the broker’s CFD specification section.

Overnight funding or ‘swap’ fees are charged on positions that remain open overnight (22:00) GMT. If positions are being held over the weekend a three-day ‘swap’ charge will be charged on Wednesdays.

The broker charges a monthly 10 EUR inactivity account fee if no trading activity has taken place in 180 days or more.

Bonus & Promotions

“In accordance with regulatory restrictions, Libertex does not offer any bonuses or promotions.”

Customer Support

“Libertex offers multilingual customer support between 9 AM – 7 PM (EEST) via Live Chat, Whatsapp, Email, Phone and Facebook Messenger. There is also a detailed FAQ section on the broker’s website.”

Libertex offers multilingual (English, Spanish, Italian, German, Dutch, French, Polish and Greek) customer support between 9 AM – 7 PM (EEST) via Live Chat, Whatsapp, Email, Phone and Facebook Messenger.

There is also a detailed FAQ section covering questions regarding Trading Transactions, Verification, Trading Conditions and Trading platforms and terminals.

After submitting a question through the live chat we were connected to an agent who answered our question within 10 seconds, as shown below:

Contact Information:

• Address:
  • Iacovou Tompazi 1, Vashiotis Business Center, 1st Floor Office 101, Neapoli 3107, Limassol, Cyprus.
• Email:
  • info@libertex.com
• Phone:
  • +357 22 025 100
• Social Media:
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • Youtube
  • LinkedIn

Research

“Libertex market research includes Trading Central Signals, a News Feed, Analysis videos and an Economic Calendar.”

Libertex market research includes Trading Central Signals, a News Feed, Analysis videos and an Economic Calendar. The trading signals feature price targets, key price levels and analyst comments, and are provided across various markets including forex, commodities, shares and indices. Both the trading signals and news feed can be accessed from the web trading platform.

The broker also provides regular analysis videos on its YouTube channel covering cryptocurrencies, commodities and stocks. Additionally, users can access an economic calendar to keep up with current and future economic data releases and events.

Trader Education

“Libertex offers limited educational material that features a beginner trading course and a three-part article covering Trading Option CFDs.”

Libertex offers limited educational material that features a beginner trading course and a three-part article covering Trading Option CFDs. The course features fives lessons that include both video and written content. Topics include How to Trade in the Financial Markets, How to Open a Trade in Libertex, What Is Multiplier?, What Is Stop Loss? and What Is Take Profit?

Users can also read a three-part article covering ‘Trading Option CFDs’. Overall, the content is detailed but is mostly limited to the basics of trading.

Trading Experience

“Libertex provides clients access to over 250+ financial CFD instruments across Forex, Stocks, Cryptocurrencies, Metals, Indices, Agriculture, Oil and Gas and ETFs, all through its Libertex Web Platform as well as the globally renowned MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 platforms for PC.”

From our observations, Libertex provides clients with a simple trading offering on over 250+ financial CFD instruments across Forex, Stocks, Cryptocurrencies, Metals, Indices, Agriculture, Oil and Gas and ETFs, all through its Libertex Web Platform as well as the globally renowned MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 platforms for PC.

The broker offers a single live account as well as a demo account. Trading is commission-based and overall costs are competitive, however, users will need to understand the different commission charges for each trading platform.

Deposits are fee-free but there are charges for some withdrawal methods. Additionally, the broker offers limited educational material that is most suited for beginner traders.

FAQ

Is Libertex regulated?

Libertex is regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC).

Where is Libertex based?

Iacovou Tompazi 1, Vashiotis Business Center, 1st Floor Office 101, Neapoli 3107, Limassol, Cyprus.

How does Libertex make money?

Libertex makes money mainly through spreads, commissions and swaps on certain asset classes.

How do I deposit in a Libertex account?

Funds can be deposited via debit/credit cards, bank wire, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, Jeton and more.

What is the min. deposit for Libertex?

The minimum deposit is €100.

How do I withdraw money from Libertex?

Withdrawals can be made from the client portal via debit/credit cards, bank wire, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, Jeton and more.

What is the max leverage in Libertex?

The max leverage available is 1:30 for retail clients.

How do I open an account with Libertex?

An account can be opened at the click of a button on the Libertex website and can be done in just a few steps.

Does Libertex use MetaTrader?

Yes, MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5.

Conclusion

“Libertex is a Forex and CFD broker, offering clients access to trade on more than 250+ financial CFD instruments across Forex, Stocks, Cryptocurrencies, Metals, Indices, Agriculture, Oil and Gas and ETFs, all through its Libertex Web Platform as well as the globally renowned MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 platforms for PC.”

Libertex was founded in 1997 and is the brand name of Indication Investments Ltd, a Cyprus Investment Firm, authorised and regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC). The broker offers clients the ability to trade on more than 250+ financial CFD instruments across Forex, Stocks, Cryptocurrencies, Metals, Indices, Agriculture, Oil and Gas and ETFs, all through its Libertex Web Platform as well as the globally renowned MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 platforms for PC.

Users can choose from a single live account or a demo account. The live account is commission-based with competitive costs but this does vary depending on the trading platform chosen. Deposits are fee-free and there is a range of funding methods available that include debit/credit cards, bank wire, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, Jeton and more. Withdrawal fees do apply depending on the method chosen.

Libertex offers some market research that includes Trading Central Signals, a News Feed, Analysis videos and an Economic Calendar. Educational material, however, is limited to a beginner trading course and a three-part article covering Trading Option CFDs. The broker offers multilingual customer support from 9 AM – 7 PM (EEST), Monday to Friday through Live Chat, Whatsapp, Email, Phone and Facebook Messenger.

• CySEC regulated.
• 250+ financial CFD instruments.
• Good web platform.
• Zero deposit fees.