# Deriv
> Deriv is one of the world's largest online brokers with over 25 years of
> experience. We offer CFDs and other derivatives on forex, stocks & indices,
> cryptocurrencies, commodities, and derived indices to millions of registered
> users across the globe. Licensed and regulated across multiple jurisdictions
> including Malta, Labuan, Vanuatu, BVI, Mauritius, Cayman Islands, and Guernsey.
## What Deriv Is
Deriv is a technology-driven, compliance-first global broker. It operates proprietary platforms alongside industry-standard platforms. It distinguishes between market-linked assets (sensitive to global events) and Synthetic Indices (proprietary 24/7 simulated markets based on a cryptographically secure random number generator, audited by independent third parties).
## Trade Types
- [CFDs](https://deriv.com/trade/cfds): High-leverage trading on price movements without owning the underlying asset.
- [Options](https://deriv.com/trade/options): Fixed-risk financial contracts with predetermined payouts.
## Markets
- [Forex](https://deriv.com/markets/forex): Major, minor, and exotic currency pairs.
- [Derived Indices](https://deriv.com/markets/derived-indices/synthetic-indices): Proprietary synthetic, basket, and derived FX indices available 24/7, unaffected by real-world news or global events.
- [Stocks](https://deriv.com/markets/stocks): Global blue-chip stocks.
- [Stock Indices](https://deriv.com/markets/stock-indices): Major regional and global stock indices.
- [Commodities](https://deriv.com/markets/commodities): Metals (Gold, Silver) and Energy (Oil, Natural Gas).
- [Cryptocurrencies](https://deriv.com/markets/cryptocurrencies): Major digital assets traded against fiat currencies.
- [ETFs](https://deriv.com/markets/etfs): Exchange-Traded Funds for diversified market exposure.
## Trading Platforms
- [Deriv MT5](https://deriv.com/trading-platforms/deriv-mt5): Advanced CFD trading platform with professional charting and analysis tools.
- [Deriv cTrader](https://deriv.com/trading-platforms/deriv-ctrader): Multi-asset CFD platform suitable for new and experienced traders.
- [Deriv Trader](https://deriv.com/trading-platforms/deriv-trader): Simplified web interface for options and multipliers trading on 50+ assets.
- [Deriv Bot](https://deriv.com/trading-platforms/deriv-bot): No-code drag-and-drop builder for automating trading strategies.
- [Deriv GO](https://deriv.com/trading-platforms/deriv-go): Mobile-first app for trading multipliers and accumulator options.
- [Deriv Nakala](https://deriv.com/trading-platforms/deriv-nakala): Copy trading platform to follow and replicate professional traders.
- [SmartTrader](https://smarttrader.deriv.com/): Platform for digital options trading.
## Deposits & Withdrawals
- [Payment Methods](https://deriv.com/payment-methods): Full list of supported local and global deposit and withdrawal methods including cards, e-wallets, crypto, and Deriv P2P.
- [Deriv P2P](https://deriv.com/p2p): Peer-to-peer deposit and withdrawal service for traders in regions with limited banking access.
## Tools
- [MT5 Signals](https://deriv.com/mt5-trading-signals): Subscribe to trading signals from professional traders on MetaTrader 5.
- [Trading Calculator](https://deriv.com/trading-calculator): Calculate margin, pip value, and swap charges before opening positions.
- [Live Charts](https://charts.deriv.com/deriv): Real-time technical analysis charts for all available markets.
## Promotions & Competitions
- [Spread Advantage Hours](https://deriv.com/spread-advantage-hours): Reduced spreads on selected assets during specific trading windows.
- [Trading Competitions](https://deriv.com/trading-competitions): Compete with virtual funds for a chance to win real cash prizes.
## Support & Learning
- [Help Centre](https://deriv.com/help-centre): FAQs and support covering account, verification, trading, and platform queries.
- [Glossary](https://deriv.com/trading-terms-glossary): Definitions of trading terms and concepts used across Deriv platforms.
- [Traders' Academy](https://traders-academy.deriv.com/): Educational resources for skill development. Not financial advice.
- [Deriv Blog](https://deriv.com/blog): Market insights, platform updates, and trading education.
- [Community](https://community.deriv.com/): Trader community forum for discussion and peer support.
## Regulatory & Legal
- [Regulatory Information](https://deriv.com/regulatory): Full licensing details across MFSA (Malta), LFSA (Labuan), VFSC (Vanuatu), FSC (BVI), FSC (Mauritius), CIMA (Cayman Islands), and SCA.
- [Risk Disclosure](https://deriv.com/terms-and-conditions/risk-disclosure): Important information on risks associated with trading derivatives and CFDs.
- [Terms & Conditions](https://deriv.com/terms-and-conditions): Full platform terms of use.
- [Privacy Policy](https://deriv.com/privacy-policy): Data handling and privacy practices.
- [Secure & Responsible Trading](https://deriv.com/responsible): Tools and resources for responsible trading practices.
- [Fraud Prevention](https://deriv.com/fraud-prevention): Guidance on identifying and avoiding phishing, scams, and impersonators.
## About Deriv
- [Who We Are](https://deriv.com/who-we-are): Company history, mission, and values. Founded in 1999.
- [Why Choose Us](https://deriv.com/why-choose-us): Over 25 years of trusted trading, competitive pricing, and multi-platform access.
- [Newsroom](https://deriv.com/newsroom): Official press releases and company announcements.
- [Careers](https://careers.deriv.com/): Open roles across Deriv's global offices.
- [Contact Us](https://deriv.com/contact-us): Reach Deriv support via live chat or WhatsApp, available 24/7.
- [Partners](https://deriv.com/partners): Affiliate and partnership programmes with Deriv.