How to set a Stop-Loss order on Coinbase Advanced Trade?

Accessing the Advanced Trade Interface

1. Log in to your Coinbase account using verified credentials and navigate to the trading dashboard.

2. Select “Advanced Trade” from the top navigation bar to enter the professional trading environment.

3. Ensure your account has completed identity verification and two-factor authentication is active for full order functionality.

4. Confirm that your funding method is linked and sufficient balance exists in the desired asset or USD wallet.

5. Locate the trading pair you intend to trade — for example, BTC/USD or ETH/USD — using the search bar or market list.

Choosing the Correct Order Type

1. Click on the “Order” tab beneath the price chart to reveal order entry fields.

2. Select “Stop-Limit” from the dropdown menu of order types — this is the only supported stop-loss mechanism on Advanced Trade.

3. Understand that a Stop-Limit order consists of two distinct price levels: the stop price and the limit price.

4. The stop price triggers the order; once the market reaches or crosses it, the order converts into a limit order.

5. The limit price defines the maximum or minimum execution price — crucial for avoiding slippage during volatile moves.

Configuring Stop and Limit Parameters

1. Enter the stop price — this must be less than the current market price for a sell order and greater for a buy order.

2. Input the limit price — for a sell stop-limit, the limit price must be equal to or lower than the stop price.

3. Specify the quantity in base currency (e.g., BTC) or quote currency (e.g., USD), depending on your preference and displayed unit toggle.

4. Review the estimated fee shown in real time, calculated based on your tiered maker/taker rate and order size.

5. Double-check that the “Time in Force” setting matches your intent — GTC (Good Till Cancelled) is default and recommended for most stop-loss use cases.

Executing and Monitoring the Order

1. Click “Sell” or “Buy” to submit the stop-limit order — no confirmation modal appears, so accuracy is critical before submission.

2. Navigate to the “Open Orders” section under the “Orders” tab to verify the order appears with status “Pending”.

3. Observe the stop price column — it displays the trigger level and remains visible until activation or cancellation.

4. If market price hits the stop price, the order becomes an active limit order and appears under “Active Orders”.

5. Monitor execution status closely during high-volatility periods — partial fills may occur if liquidity at the limit price is insufficient.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I set a stop-market order on Coinbase Advanced Trade?A: No. Coinbase Advanced Trade does not support stop-market orders. Only stop-limit orders are available.

Q: Does my stop-limit order execute if the market gaps past my stop price?A: The stop activates when the last traded price meets or exceeds your stop price. However, execution depends entirely on whether the limit price is reached and matched by counterparty liquidity.

Q: Will my stop-limit order appear in the order book before activation?A: No. Stop-limit orders remain hidden until triggered. They do not influence market depth or visible order book data prior to activation.

Q: Can I modify the stop or limit price after submission?A: Yes. You can edit both prices and quantity directly from the “Open Orders” table before the stop triggers.