> For clean Markdown of any page, append .md to the page URL.
> For a complete documentation index, see https://docs.paradex.trade/llms.txt.
> For full documentation content, see https://docs.paradex.trade/llms-full.txt.
> For AI client integration (Claude Code, Cursor, etc.), connect to the MCP server at https://docs.paradex.trade/_mcp/server.

# What is Paradex?

Paradex is a decentralized exchange (DEX) built as a Starknet appchain, combining the performance of centralized exchanges with the security and transparency of blockchain technology.

## Key Features

Positions, entries, PnL and liquidation levels are hidden from the public.

Trade 90+ markets across Futures and Spot all in one account.

## Get Started

Launch the Paradex exchange and start trading.

Learn how to deposit funds into your Paradex account.

Understand how Paradex classifies orders as Retail or Pro based on submission method.

Build trading bots and integrate with the Paradex REST and WebSocket APIs.