How to use 'Isolated Margin' on Bitget? (Position management)

Understanding Isolated Margin Mode

1. Isolated Margin mode allocates a fixed amount of margin specifically for a single position, separating it from the rest of the account equity.

2. This mode prevents cross-contamination between positions—losses or liquidations in one trade do not affect other open positions.

3. Users manually set the initial margin amount before opening a position, and that value remains static unless adjusted manually.

4. The maximum possible loss is strictly limited to the isolated margin assigned, making risk control highly predictable.

5. Leverage settings apply only within the boundaries of the allocated margin, and changes to leverage require adjusting the margin size first.

Setting Up Isolated Margin on Bitget

1. Navigate to the Futures trading interface and select the desired contract pair, such as BTC/USDT.

2. Locate the margin mode toggle near the order entry panel and switch from Cross to Isolated.

3. Input the desired margin value in the “Margin” field before placing a limit or market order.

4. Confirm the leverage level displayed corresponds to the entered margin and contract size; Bitget auto-calculates this based on current mark price.

5. After order execution, the position appears under the “Positions” tab with an explicit “Isolated” label and visible margin balance.

Adjusting Margin During Active Positions

1. While a position is open, click the “+/-” icon next to the position to access margin adjustment options.

2. To add margin, enter a positive value and confirm—the additional funds increase liquidation price distance and reduce risk of forced closure.

3. To reduce margin, input a smaller value; Bitget verifies that remaining margin still satisfies maintenance requirements before allowing the change.

4. Each adjustment triggers a real-time recalculation of liquidation price, leverage, and available margin for that specific position.

5. Margin reduction below maintenance threshold is blocked, and the system displays an error message indicating insufficient coverage.

Risk Parameters and Liquidation Mechanics

1. Liquidation price is computed using the isolated margin, entry price, contract multiplier, and maintenance margin rate specific to the asset.

2. Funding fees are deducted directly from the isolated margin balance, influencing the effective equity used for liquidation calculations.

3. Unrealized PnL is added to or subtracted from the isolated margin to determine real-time equity, which determines proximity to liquidation.

4. Bitget applies a 0.5% insurance fund buffer during liquidation auctions, meaning the actual fill price may deviate slightly from the theoretical liquidation price.

5. Partial liquidations do not occur in Isolated Margin mode—only full position closure happens when equity hits zero.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I switch from Isolated to Cross Margin after opening a position? No. Bitget does not allow margin mode changes for active positions. Users must close the position first, then reopen under the preferred mode.

Q: Does isolated margin include unrealized PnL in its equity calculation? Yes. Equity equals isolated margin plus unrealized profit or minus unrealized loss, and this total determines liquidation status.

Q: What happens if funding fees deplete my entire isolated margin? When funding fee deductions reduce equity to zero or below, the position is immediately liquidated at the best available market price.

Q: Is there a minimum margin requirement for Isolated Mode on Bitget? Yes. Each contract has a defined minimum margin threshold, typically expressed as a percentage of notional value, and orders below this will be rejected.