NinjaTrader x Kraken FAQ

Last updated: June 15, 2026

Kraken will leverage NinjaTrader's FCM license to offer margin and futures in the US to Kraken clients, along with NinjaTrader's existing US retail futures trading platform. Kraken clients will benefit from the ability to trade these products in the US under CFTC regulation. These products are collectively referred to as Kraken Derivatives US.

If you are an existing NinjaTrader client, you can also create a Kraken Pro account to access futures trading.

Whether you're a new or existing Kraken client, review the FAQ below to get started with Kraken Derivatives US.

FAQ

To begin trading Kraken Derivatives US, unlock trading directly from your Kraken Pro account. You will need a verified Kraken account and a funded Kraken Derivatives US account.

Kraken Derivatives US offers US margin, futures, and perpetual futures for eligible US clients. For an overview of US retail margin, see Getting started with US margin trading. For an overview of US perpetual futures, see US Perpetual Futures.

Founded in 2003, NinjaTrader, LLC offers a trusted platform for over 1.8 million professional futures traders. Ninjatrader Clearing, LLC is a Futures Commission Merchant registered with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and with the National Futures Association (NFA).

NinjaTrader operates as a standalone platform under the Kraken suite of products, leveraging Kraken's scale to reach a broader global client base. You can continue to use NinjaTrader just as you do today, while we focus on unlocking growth opportunities for our clients, including through expanded trading opportunities across margin and futures.

This acquisition strengthens Kraken’s position as an always-on technology platform. Sophisticated traders drive liquidity, demand cutting-edge tools and move rapidly across asset classes. This transaction better positions Kraken to deliver on those needs, reinforcing its position as a leading financial technology platform.

There will be no change to your existing NinjaTrader account. You can hold accounts on both Kraken Pro and NinjaTrader.  If you want to trade on Kraken Pro with your NinjaTrader account balance, you will need to withdraw funds from your NinjaTrader account and deposit them into your Kraken Pro account.

For futures and perpetual futures trading, USD only. Please check back for updates as we expand collateral options over time.

Futures and spot margin trading involves substantial risk and is not suitable for everyone. You may lose all or more than the initial investment, exceeding the value of collateral deposited with the firm to open and maintain the position. You may be required to provide additional collateral on short notice or no notice, and you may remain responsible for any deficiency after liquidation and collateral application. Trading should be undertaken only with risk capital, funds that can be lost without jeopardizing one's financial security or lifestyle, and only by those who can afford such losses. While leverage can increase potential returns, it also significantly increases risk. Leverage available may vary by asset. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Availability of spot margin trading through Kraken Derivatives US is subject to certain limitations and eligibility criteria. View Risk Disclosure Statement.

U.S. Futures and spot margin trading is provided by NinjaTrader Clearing, LLC d/b/a Kraken Derivatives US, a CFTC-registered Futures Commission Merchant and NFA Member (NFA ID: 0309379), with financing provided by Payward Accredited LLC. View Disclosures.

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