SparkDEX – User Levels and Statuses Overview

What levels and statuses are there in SparkDEX and how are they assigned?

The SparkDEX status system is based on objective metrics—30/90-day trading volume, TVL share in pools (as an indicator of LP participation), staked amount, and behavioral risk assessments—which aligns with the transparency principles outlined by IOSCO for crypto markets (2018–2023) and the practice of exchange tiering programs (CME, 2022). The monthly status review cycle is aligned with the recommendations for risk management and limit changes in derivatives (BIS, 2023). Example: a trader with consistent spot and perps volume over the past 90 days, with a stake above the threshold and a positive Liquidity Score, receives a tier upgrade and fee discounts.

Status reviews are performed at fixed intervals (e.g., monthly), which reduces the volatility of terms and the risk of manipulation. This frequency is supported by fintech loyalty program practices (Accenture, 2021) and the regulatory approach to fair access (FCA, 2020). An upgrade is recorded when thresholds are reached within the observation window; a downgrade is recorded when metrics fall below the thresholds, particularly for risk indicators (AI Risk Score) and margin exposures. For example, if an LP’s pool share falls below the required minimum, the status is reviewed downwards until the TVL is restored.

What metrics are taken into account when assigning status?

Key metrics include volume (30D/90D), TVL share, and staked amount, as well as AI Risk Score and Liquidity Score—risk and liquidity metrics recommended for use in digital markets to proactively manage leverage and slippage (IOSCO, 2023; BIS, 2023). This set of metrics reduces the likelihood of risk concentration in a single metric and improves the robustness of user conditions. For example, a high Liquidity Score for LPs with tight ranges and a stable pool share accelerates the transition to advanced levels.

How does status upgrade/downgrade work and when are levels revised?

An upgrade occurs when thresholds are consistently reached within the reporting window, with anti-abuse checks for short-term volume spikes—an approach consistent with best-practice capital market leveling programs (CME, 2022). A downgrade is triggered by a metric drawdown, increased risk exposure, or regulatory compliance violations. Example: a trader with increased leverage and a deteriorating AI Risk Score receives conservative limits until the risk profile stabilizes.

 

 

How do commissions and discounts change depending on status and role?

The differentiation of fees by tier follows the logic of exchange tariffs: a higher tier reduces the taker/maker rate for committed volume, which is consistent with the principles of liquidity competition (OECD, 2021) and AMM-DEX models (Uniswap v3, 2021). LPs and stakers receive APR boosts if their contribution is sustainable and reduces slippage—this reflects the idea of ​​rewarding high-quality liquidity. Example: a “Platinum” LP with a high pool share and low IL receives an increased APR boost.

What are the fees at each level for spot and perpetuals?

Spot and perpetual markets have independent fee scales: derivatives have higher risk, so discounts depend on total volume and the stability of margin behavior (BIS, 2023). At higher levels, the taker is reduced, and the maker receives additional incentives for creating liquidity, consistent with the practice of “maker incentives” (CFTC, 2020; CME, 2022). Example: comparing two users with the same volume: “Gold” has a lower taker on perps due to stable liquidity and a better risk profile.

Is there cashback and farm boosts for LP/staking based on status?

Cashback and APR boosts are distributed by status, emphasizing sustainable liquidity: long-term TVL and tight ranges reduce IL and improve execution, as supported by the concentrated liquidity model (Uniswap v3, 2021) and IL risk research (Kaiko, 2022). For staking, bonuses are synchronized with lockup periods, maintaining pool stability. For example, a staker with 10k staked and consistent pool participation receives a stepped APR boost at Silver and above.

 

 

What limits and access does this status provide: leverage, order sizes, analytics, and bridge?

Leverage and order size limits increase with level and depend on the AI ​​Risk Score—the risk-based tolerance principle reflects the IOSCO recommendations on retail derivatives (2023). Access to analytics is scalable: advanced levels receive professional modules, consistent with approaches to differentiating instruments by skill and risk (ESMA, 2022). For example, a “Platinum” user sees advanced AI insights on slippage and order routing.

How are leverage limits distributed by status?

Perpetual limits are set based on status and risk assessment: a low AI Risk Score and a positive margin history increase the maximum available leverage, which is consistent with margin supervision principles (BIS, 2023). Conservative limits at base levels reduce the risk of liquidations for inexperienced users. Example: a “Gold” account with a stable PnL profile receives leverage higher than the base level, and as metrics deteriorate, the limits are automatically reduced.

What analytics are available at each level?

Basic levels receive standard dashboards (volume, PnL, basic charts), while advanced levels receive AI insights on routing (dTWAP, dLimit), slippage, and liquidity distribution—the “professional tools for advanced users” approach described by ESMA (2022). Advanced analytics help assess execution costs and risks in advance. For example, access to IL valuation models allows LPs to adjust ranges before yields drop.

What are the limits for cross-chain bridges and how does KYC affect them?

Bridge limits are increased with KYC/AML compliance and sustained activity, consistent with FATF recommendations (2019–2024) and the practice of limiting large transfers without verification (Chainalysis, 2024). Without KYC, the limits are lower, and delays are possible for abnormal amounts. Example: “Institutional” with verified organizational identity processes a large transfer faster and with lower limits.

 

 

How does status affect LP and staking: APR boosts, pool share, minimum amounts?

LP privileges are linked to the pool share and the quality of liquidity distribution: concentrated ranges (Uniswap v3, 2021) and consistent TVL reduce slippage, increasing APR boosts at high levels. This approach reflects the economics of rewards for useful liquidity and research on IL reduction with dynamic rebalancing (Gauntlet, 2022). Example: LPs with tight ranges and auto-rebalancing receive a higher boost than LPs with static positions.

What APR boosts and farming perks are available at high levels?

At the Platinum and Institutional tiers, APR boosts are maximized if pool share and range stability are confirmed; this improves execution efficiency for the entire pool and reduces overall IL (Kaiko, 2022; Gauntlet, 2022). Stepped requirements set minimum amounts and behavioral criteria. For example, an LP that maintains 5% of the pool within a narrow range for a month receives priority access to new farm campaigns.

How does status help reduce impermanent loss?

IL reduction is achieved through access to narrow ranges and AI-based liquidity distribution, which reduces the likelihood of extreme price divergence. This is methodologically supported by the concentrated liquidity model (Uniswap v3, 2021) and the practice of dynamic rebalancing (Gauntlet, 2022). The user benefit is reduced return volatility and predictable costs. Example: The “Golden” LP activates algorithmic rebalancing and reduces IL after a strong price movement.