How can I view my profit and loss history on KuCoin futures?

Accessing Futures P&L Overview on KuCoin

1. Log in to your KuCoin account through the official website or mobile application. Navigate to the 'Futures' section, which is typically located in the main trading dashboard or under the 'Derivatives' tab. Once inside the futures interface, you will see multiple sub-tabs such as 'Positions', 'Orders', and 'History'. Select the 'Positions' tab to view your current open positions along with realized and unrealized profit and loss metrics.

2. Within the 'Positions' section, each active trade displays key data including entry price, mark price, liquidation price, leverage, and both unrealized P&L in USDT and percentage terms. The platform calculates unrealized P&L based on the difference between your entry price and the current market price. This value updates in real time as the market fluctuates.

3. To access historical profit and loss records, switch to the 'History' tab within the Futures section. Here, you can filter by settlement currency, date range, and trade type (isolated or cross margin). Each closed position appears with detailed information: opening and closing times, entry and exit prices, fees incurred, and the final realized P&L.

Understanding Realized vs Unrealized Gains

1. Unrealized P&L refers to the gain or loss on open positions that have not yet been closed. This figure changes dynamically with market movements and does not represent actual funds added to your balance until the position is settled. KuCoin highlights unrealized profits in green and losses in red for quick visual assessment.

2. Realized P&L reflects completed trades where positions were fully or partially closed. This amount has already been credited or debited from your futures wallet balance. It includes funding fees, transaction costs, and any applicable discounts based on fee tier levels.

3. Users can export their full futures transaction history via the 'Export Data' option available in the History menu. This generates a CSV file containing timestamps, instrument names, side (long/short), size, entry and exit prices, and net P&L after fees.

Customizing Date Filters and Trade Views

1. In the 'Futures History' section, use the built-in calendar tool to define specific start and end dates for reviewing past performance. This is particularly useful during tax reporting periods or when analyzing monthly trading outcomes.

2. Filter results by contract type—perpetual, quarterly, or seasonal futures—to isolate performance across different instruments. You may also sort entries by largest gains or highest losses using the column headers.

3. Adjust display settings to show more rows per page or enable notifications for significant P&L thresholds. These preferences help active traders monitor large swings without constantly checking the interface.

Utilizing API for Automated P&L Tracking

1. Advanced users can integrate KuCoin’s public API to pull futures P&L data programmatically. By authenticating with an API key linked to their account, traders can retrieve historical position data, including realized pnl, fees, and settlement details.

2. Use endpoints like GET /api/v1/futures/position/history and GET /api/v1/futures/order/history to fetch structured JSON responses. These can be processed using Python scripts or connected to spreadsheet tools for deeper analysis.

3. Ensure API keys are created with only necessary permissions—preferably read-only access—and protected with IP whitelisting to prevent unauthorized usage.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check funding fees in my P&L breakdown?Funding fees are itemized in the 'Transaction History' section under 'Futures'. Each funding payment or receipt appears as a separate entry with a timestamp, amount, and direction (paid/received). These fees directly impact your net P&L on open positions held during funding intervals.

Can I see P&L in a base currency other than USDT?Yes, KuCoin supports multiple settlement currencies including BTC, ETH, and USDC. When viewing futures history, select the desired pair from the dropdown filter. Your P&L will then be displayed in the selected denomination, though most analytics default to USDT for consistency.

Why does my realized P&L differ from manual calculations?Discrepancies often arise due to unaccounted fees such as taker/maker charges or funding payments. Additionally, slippage during execution may cause slight deviations between expected and actual exit prices. Always review the full trade detail modal for exact figures used in KuCoin's calculation engine.

Is there a mobile app feature to receive P&L alerts?The KuCoin mobile app allows customizable push notifications for position closure and liquidation events. While direct P&L threshold alerts aren’t natively supported, users can enable general futures activity alerts to stay informed about completed trades affecting their balance.