Major Exchange Rate Limits
| Exchange | REST (requests/sec) | WebSocket | Tips |
|---|---|---|---|
| Binance | 1200/min | Unlimited | Use weight system |
| Coinbase | 10/sec | 25/sec | Apply for higher limits |
| Kraken | 15/sec | Varies | Rate by IP |
| OKX | 600/min | Unlimited | Weighted limits |
| Bybit | 600/min | Unlimited | Category-based |
Optimization Strategies
- Use WebSockets for real-time data
- Cache frequently requested data
- Batch requests when possible
- Implement exponential backoff
- Use rate limit headers
Error Handling
- 429 - Too Many Requests
- 418 - IP Banned (too many violations)
- Implement retry with backoff
- Monitor rate limit headers
- Queue requests intelligently
Free vs Paid Tiers
Free Tier
- • 10-60 requests/minute
- • Limited historical data
- • Basic support
Paid Tier
- • 600+ requests/minute
- • Full historical data
- • Priority support