Derive now supports Builder Codes: a native way for teams to monetize the usage they create.

Builders can charge a builder fee (extra_fee) on user trades, in addition to exchange fees and API broker rebates. Fees accrue directly to the builder’s Derive wallet and are paid out every four weeks.

This formalizes a simple idea: if you drive flow, you should earn from it. Builder Codes work alongside the existing API Broker program. Builders earn both rebates and builder fees without changing how users trade or how Derive executes.

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Builder Codes now live!

How it works

  • Builders submit orders with a referral_code and an optional extra_fee
  • The extra_fee is charged per trade on top of existing fees
  • Fees accrue to the builder’s wallet and are distributed every 4 weeks
  • Users opt into paying for better execution, UX, or strategy access

There is no exclusivity, no permissioning, and no minimum volume required.

Setup

  1. Register for the API Broker program (This automatically enables Builder Codes. You can begin earning before final approval.)
  2. When sending orders via private/order, include:
    • referral_code (case-sensitive)
    • extra_fee (between 0.000001 and 1,000 USDC)

Viewing rewards

Both API Broker fees and Builder Fees are visible in the broker dashboard: https://pro.derive.xyz/broker

Enter your referral code (case-sensitive) to view accrued rewards.

All rewards are paid to the Derive wallet specified during registration, on a 4-week cycle.

If you’re building on Derive, to apply: https://docs.derive.xyz/reference/builder-fee