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Tier‑1 regulated • MT4/MT5, cTrader, TradingView
CompareIs Quotex safe?
High‑risk / Not recommended
• No Tier‑1 licence (FCA/ASIC/CySEC not listed)
• Regulator warnings (CMVM, CNMV)
• Binary/digital options are high‑risk and often restricted
QX
quotex
Quick facts
Domainsqxbroker.com • quotex.io
ProductDigital/Binary options
Entities cited by regulatorsMaxbit LLC • Awesomo Ltd
Tier‑1 licenceNone found
FundingCards, e‑wallets, crypto
PromotionsBonuses / tournaments
PlatformProprietary web & mobile
AvailabilityAccepts global clients (varies)
Official warnings
- Portugal CMVM warning (via FSMA) for Quotex/Maxbit LLC and Quotex/Awesomo Ltd incl. qxbroker.com. Read summary • Mirror (CNMV PDF) download.
- Spain CNMV entry for QUOTEX LTD (quotex.io). See listing.
How we know this
- Checked Tier‑1 registers (FCA/ASIC/CySEC) — no authorisation found for Quotex.
- Reviewed regulator warnings (CMVM via FSMA; CNMV) naming Quotex and related entities.
- Analysed site claims, funding methods, and bonus terms that may restrict withdrawals.
- Pattern review of public complaints about blocked accounts/withdrawals.
Regulation & Licensing
Always verify company names/domains in official registers and warnings.
| Entity / Claim | Jurisdiction | Regulator | Licence | Verify |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quotex / Maxbit LLC | Portugal (warning) | CMVM | — | FSMA summary • CNMV PDF |
| Quotex LTD | Spain (warning) | CNMV | — | CNMV entry |
References above are warnings/notices — not licences.
User Reports (Signals)
- Complaints about blocked/altered trades and withdrawal delays.
- Bonuses/tournaments conditions that can restrict payouts.
- Crypto funding adds chargeback difficulty.
If you’ve deposited already
Chargeback & Reporting
- Contact your card issuer/bank; keep a full timeline of communications.
- Report to your national regulator/cybercrime unit; attach TXIDs if crypto used.
- Beware of recovery scams offering money-back for a fee.
Move to a regulated alternative
- Open a demo first; test a small deposit/withdrawal.
- Use 2FA and strict risk controls.
Regulated Alternatives
Methodology & Sources
- CMVM investor warning (via FSMA) + CNMV mirror PDF.
- CNMV warned companies search entry for QUOTEX LTD.
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