OTC Crypto Trading: Buying and Selling Large Amounts

OTC (over-the-counter) trading moves large crypto amounts without impacting market prices. Here is how OTC works and when to use it.

OTC (over-the-counter) trading bypasses the public order book, matching large buyers and sellers directly. For trades above $100,000, OTC typically offers better execution prices than placing a large market order on a public exchange — avoiding the "market impact" that moves prices against large orders.

Why OTC Matters for Large Trades

OTC Desk Options

OTC for Regular Businesses

OTC trading is not only for hedge funds. Any business with a $25,000+ crypto need — payroll in USDC, treasury conversion, supplier payment — benefits from OTC pricing over exchange orders. Steyble OTC provides institutional-grade execution at accessible minimums, with same-day settlement in USDC or fiat and full transaction records for accounting and compliance.