United KingdomRegulationFCA, ASIC, FSC(MU), VFSC, FSA(SC)
Min. deposit$10
Leverage1:1 – 1:500
PlatformsMT4, MT5
InstrumentsForex & CFDs
Founded1990
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How is this decided and how do I verify it? →Regulation by region
The entity you sign with — and your protection — changes depending on where you live.
United Kingdom
FCA + FSCSSTP
Hantec Markets Limited (FRN 502635) — FSCS up to £85,000European Union
No EU entity
No CySEC/BaFin; served via Mauritius (offshore)United States
Not served
Doesn't accept US clientsAustralia
ASIC regulatedSTP
Hantec Markets (Australia) Pty Ltd (AFSL 326907) — no compensation schemeRest of the world
FSC Mauritius (offshore)STP
Hantec Markets Ltd (C114013940) — segregated accounts only, no compensationAll licenses
Every regulator where the group holds a license, with its execution model. The entity that applies to you depends on your country (see above).
Account types
Hantec Globalstandard, no commissions, competitive spreads
Hantec Protight spreads with low commission
Hantec Centcents / micro-lots, beginners
Pros
✓Smooth withdrawals
✓Transparent operation
✓Good reputation
✓Competitive costs
Cons
✗Outside your region, offshore entity
✗Very high leverage (more risk)
Breakdown by axis
The total score (out of 100) is the sum of the 7 axes, with the same yardstick for everyone. Below each one, the rationale with its source.
Regulation: Tier-1 + offshore14/22 pts
Why: FCA 502635 + ASIC 326907 (genuine); worldwide retail via Mauritius/Vanuatu = offshore
Withdrawals / payments: Clean20/20 pts
Why: clean, fast withdrawals (~1 business day), no fees; friction only in KYC; no regulatory action
Fund safety: Segregated (no compensation)8/15 pts
Why: segregated; FSCS GBP85k FCA entity only; Mauritius/Vanuatu no compensation
Transparency: Clear10/10 pts
Why: no fines; only FCA warnings about clones impersonating it
Reputation: Strong10/10 pts
Why: group founded 1990 (HK), forex 2009; Trustpilot ~4.8
Costs: Competitive8/8 pts
Why: raw EURUSD ~0.0 pip; min $10
Sources
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🔗 FCA registration — Hantec Markets (FRN 502635)🔗 Companies House — Hantec Markets (06819047)Trader reviews
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