How Does Automatic Margin Call Work on Bitget Futures?

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This article introduces the automatic margin call feature on Bitget Futures, explaining how it works, how to enable it, and how it can help reduce the risk of liquidation during periods of high market volatility.

What is Automatic Margin Call

Automatic margin call is a feature available in isolated margin mode on Bitget Futures. When a position's margin rate approaches the liquidation threshold, the system automatically transfers available funds from your futures account balance to top up the position margin.

This mechanism helps prevent liquidation caused by insufficient margin and enhances risk control—especially during sharp market movements.

Benefits of Using Automatic Margin Call

1. Helps protect against sudden losses

In volatile markets, prices can move rapidly. If margin is not added in time, a position may be liquidated. With automatic margin call enabled, the system intervenes when the margin rate falls below your preset threshold, reducing liquidation risk caused by delayed manual action.

Example: During a rapid market decline, if your margin rate nears a critical level, the system automatically adds available margin to buy time for recovery or strategy adjustment.

2. Improves trading flexibility

Without this feature, traders must manually monitor margin levels at all times. Automatic margin call allows you to focus on market analysis and strategy execution while the system handles margin top-ups when necessary. This simplifies the trading experience and improves responsiveness during fast-moving markets.

3. Reduces liquidation risk

By automatically adding margin, this feature helps stabilize positions and reduces emotional decision-making under pressure. It supports more rational trading behavior and lowers the likelihood of liquidation during short-term volatility.

How to Enable and Configure Automatic Margin Call

Step 1: Enable the feature

To enable automatic margin call:

1. Go to Futures > Positions (Isolated margin mode)

2. Click Margin Adjustment (+)

3. Toggle the Automatic Margin Call option

4. Once enabled, the system will automatically transfer margin when your margin rate falls below the configured threshold.

Note: This feature is only available in isolated margin mode.

Step 2: Set the margin call parameters

Determine how much margin should be added each time the feature is triggered.

• Higher amounts offer more protection but reduce account flexibility.

• Lower amounts preserve available balance but may provide less margin support.

Choose your settings based on your risk tolerance and trading strategy.

Step 3: Monitor your margin rate

Even with automatic margin call enabled, active monitoring is still recommended.

• In highly volatile markets, the system may not react quickly enough to fully prevent liquidation.

• Use Bitget's risk alerts and real-time monitoring tools to stay informed and adjust your strategy as needed.

How It Works: Margin Flow and Liquidation Prevention

When the fair mark price approaches the estimated liquidation price, the system automatically transfers available funds to the margin of the affected position.

• If sufficient funds are available, the full margin amount is added.

• If funds are insufficient, the system adds as much as possible.

• If liquidation conditions are still met after the margin is added, the position may be partially or fully liquidated.

Important:

• Once a position is liquidated, the automatic margin call setting is reset.

• You must re-enable the feature for any new position.

• Actual margin rate = (position margin + unrealized PnL) ÷ position value

How Automatic Margin Call Works in Practice

Initial setup

An investor opens a long position in BTCUSDT futures with the following settings:

• Available balance: 600 USDT

• Order: Long 0.1 BTC at 27,000 USDT

• Leverage: 10x

• Initial margin required: 270 USDT

• Estimated liquidation price: 24,600 USDT

• Remaining balance after placing the order: 330 USDT

First automatic margin call

As the mark price drops to 24,600 USDT and approaches liquidation, the system triggers an automatic margin call.

• 270 USDT is added from available funds

• Total margin increases to 540 USDT

• New estimated liquidation price moves down to approximately 21,900 USDT

• Remaining balance: 60 USDT

Second automatic margin call

The market continues to decline, and the mark price reaches 21,900 USDT, triggering another margin call.

• The remaining 60 USDT is added to the position

• Total margin increases to 600 USDT

• New estimated liquidation price adjusts further to approximately 21,300 USDT

• Available balance: 0 USDT

Final outcome

If the account balance is fully exhausted and the price falls below 21,300 USDT, the position will be fully liquidated, as no further automatic margin calls can be executed. Please note that this is just a theoretical example. Actual liquidation prices may vary due to transaction fees, funding rates, and real-time market volatility.

Important Notes on Risk and Usage

1. Configure parameters appropriately

• Set automatic margin call parameters based on your risk tolerance and trading strategy. Improper settings may result in insufficient risk protection or reduced account flexibility.

2. Monitor market conditions

• While automatic margin call can help reduce risk, it cannot eliminate it entirely. Users should continue to monitor market conditions and adjust their strategies to mitigate potential losses during periods of high volatility.

3. Understand the risks

• Automatic margin call is a risk management tool, not a guarantee against losses. Investors must assess the risks and benefits of the feature and make informed decisions in line with their individual risk tolerance.

FAQ

1. Can I use automatic margin call in cross margin mode?

No. This feature is only available in isolated margin mode.

2. Will automatic margin call keep adding margin indefinitely?

No. The system uses your available balance and stops once funds are exhausted or the position is liquidated.

3. Do I need to enable automatic margin call for every new position?

Yes. The setting resets once a position is closed or liquidated. You must manually enable it for each new position.

4. Does automatic margin call eliminate all risk of liquidation?

No. It reduces liquidation risk but does not guarantee protection. Rapid price movements or insufficient funds may still result in liquidation.

5. Can I adjust the margin call amount after enabling the feature?

Yes. You can modify the margin amount at any time through the Margin Adjustment settings for the active position.

6. Is there a fee for using automatic margin call?

No additional fee is charged for using this feature. However, standard transaction fees and funding rates still apply.

Disclaimer and Risk Warning

All trading tutorials provided by Bitget are for educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. The strategies and examples shared are for illustrative purposes and may not reflect actual market conditions. Cryptocurrency trading involves significant risks, including the potential loss of your funds. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always conduct thorough research and understand the risks involved. Bitget is not responsible for any trading decisions made by users.