Gate is upgrading the Options Account to simplify fund management and make options trading easier. Options trading in Classic Account mode will gradually move to Unified Account mode.
The upgrade will change options trading and fund transfers in Classic Account mode. The dates and steps are below. After you upgrade, choose Single-Currency Margin Mode, Multi-Currency Margin Mode, or Portfolio Margin Mode in Unified Account to continue trading options.
Changes to Classic Account Mode
November 16, 2026, 16:00 (UTC): Options Trading in Classic Account Mode Becomes Reduce-Only
You can still reduce or close existing options positions. You can no longer open new ones.
You can no longer transfer funds into your Classic Options Account.
To keep opening options positions, upgrade to Unified Account mode before this date. Follow the instructions to manage your assets and positions.
December 14, 2026, 16:00 (UTC): Classic Options Accounts Will Be Discontinued and Closed
Starting that day, Gate will take the following actions for all Options Accounts still in Classic Account mode:
Forcibly close remaining options positions and positions opened with trial funds.
Cancel outstanding orders.
Close Recurring Sell and strategy-related positions.
Transfer the remaining assets to the Spot Account, then close the Classic Options Account.
After your Classic Options Account closes, you can still view past orders and fund transaction records. You can continue trading options in Unified Account mode.
How to Upgrade
Choose the Unified Account margin mode that fits your trading needs. In Single-Currency Margin Mode, you can use USDT in your Spot Account as margin, reducing the need for separate transfers to your Options Account.
Upgrade With Open Positions If you hold options positions, use the upgrade option to switch to Unified Account mode without closing them first.
How to Upgrade:
Web: On the Options Trading page, click【Classic】in the upper-right corner. Choose【Single-Currency Margin】【Multi-Currency Margin】, or【Portfolio Margin】, then follow the on-screen instructions to switch.
App: On the Options Trading page, tap【More (···)】 in the upper-right corner, then select【Account Mode】. Choose the margin mode that fits your needs and follow the on-screen instructions to switch.
Upgrade and Manage Your Positions Before the Changes
Review your open positions, orders, and strategies before these changes take effect. Follow the instructions to manage them and upgrade your account to avoid forced closures that could disrupt your trading plans.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
Gate Team
November 9, 2026
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