Question 1

How are traders ranked on the leaderboard?

Accepted Answer

Traders are ranked by multiple metrics: PnL (profit/loss), trading volume, win rate, and trade count. By default, the leaderboard sorts by PnL - showing the most profitable traders first. You can switch between metrics using the filter buttons to see rankings by volume, win rate, or number of trades.

Question 2

How often does the leaderboard update?

Accepted Answer

The leaderboard updates in real-time as trades are executed on the 01exchange platform. New trades, position closures, and PnL calculations are reflected within seconds. Historical data (24h and all-time) is aggregated continuously.

Question 3

What is the difference between 24h and All-Time rankings?

Accepted Answer

The 24h leaderboard shows performance over the last 24 hours, capturing recent trading activity and short-term strategies. All-Time rankings aggregate a trader's complete history on the platform, showing long-term performance and consistency.

Question 4

How is PnL calculated for the leaderboard?

Accepted Answer

PnL (Profit and Loss) is calculated as the net result of all closed positions: (Exit Price - Entry Price) * Position Size, minus trading fees and including funding payments. Unrealized PnL from open positions is not included in leaderboard rankings.

Question 5

Can I see a trader's detailed performance?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Click on any trader in the leaderboard to view their detailed profile page. This shows their complete trading history, PnL curve over time, position sizes, favorite markets, and more granular statistics.

Question 6

What makes a trader appear on the whale leaderboard?

Accepted Answer

Whale traders are those with significantly larger position sizes and trading volumes compared to average participants. These traders often move markets and their activity can signal important market sentiment shifts.

Question 7

Does win rate alone indicate a good trader?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily. Win rate shows the percentage of profitable trades, but doesn't account for trade size. A trader with 90% win rate but small wins and large losses can still be unprofitable overall. Always consider win rate alongside PnL for a complete picture.

Question 8

Are the leaderboard rankings manipulatable?

Accepted Answer

Rankings are based on verified on-chain trading data from 01exchange. All trades are recorded on the blockchain, making the data transparent and immutable. However, some traders may use multiple accounts, which could distribute their activity across different addresses.