CSfi Fees and Trading Costs
Review CSfi fees and costs for CS2 skin options trading, including premiums, quote costs, settlement, custody, withdrawals, and network fees where applicable.
Cost categories
The most visible cost for a buyer is the premium quoted for the option. Platform fees, network costs, settlement costs, or withdrawal costs may also apply depending on the flow.
Fees and minimums can change during beta as market structure, settlement, and operational costs are validated.
Example call buyer scenario
If a buyer accepts a 5.00 USDC premium quote for a call with an estimated 0.50 USDC platform fee and 0.01 USDC network cost, the upfront cost estimate is 5.51 USDC before considering strike and exercise economics.
If the call later expires unexercised, that premium and applicable costs can be lost. If it is exercised, settlement or withdrawal costs may still apply according to the live flow and terms.
Example put buyer scenario
A put buyer pays the quoted premium plus applicable fees and network costs for the right to receive a cash payout if the put is in the money under the live exercise or settlement terms.
If a buyer accepts a 3.00 USDC put premium with a 0.50 USDC platform fee and 0.01 USDC network cost, the upfront cost is 3.51 USDC. If the skin stays above the strike, the premium and fees are lost. If it is exercised in the money, settlement costs may apply to the cash payout.
Example covered-call writer scenario
If a writer receives a 6.00 USDC premium, that premium should be weighed against custody time, withdrawal constraints, possible delivery of the skin, and opportunity cost if the skin rises sharply.
A displayed premium is not guaranteed yield. Fees, settlement constraints, failed delivery handling, quote cancellation, and beta controls can change the final result.
Example covered-put writer scenario
If a writer receives a 4.00 USDC premium for a covered put, the premium should be weighed against the USDC collateral posted (equal to the strike) and the cash-settlement obligation if the put is exercised in the money.
The collateral is tied to a registered skin receipt the writer owns or controls, and the writer co-signs the prepared transaction before broadcast. A displayed premium is not guaranteed yield. Collateral lockup, settlement constraints, beta controls, and quote cancellation can change the final result.
Fee-change policy during beta
CSfi may change fee schedules, minimums, quote economics, and cost displays during the controlled beta. Users should review the quote confirmation and this page before committing to a trade.
Where possible, fee changes should be reflected in product copy, quote previews, terms, and release notes before public beta users encounter them.
FAQ
Is the premium the only cost?
Not always. Platform, network, settlement, custody, or withdrawal costs can apply depending on the flow.
Can fees change?
Yes. Fees may change during the controlled beta and should be reviewed before committing to a quote.