> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://references.everstrike.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://references.everstrike.io/announcements/frequently-asked-questions.md).

# Frequently Asked Questions

#### What can I trade on Everstrike? <a href="#h_305ee2d8a5" id="h_305ee2d8a5"></a>

Perpetual futures, perpetual options and spot.

Support for more advanced perpetual derivatives (perpetual volatility indices and perpetual variance swaps) is coming in 2027. Follow our [X](https://x.com/everstrike_dex) and [Telegram](https://t.me/everstrike_dex) for updates.

#### Is Everstrike orderbook-based? <a href="#h_305ee2d8a5" id="h_305ee2d8a5"></a>

Yes. Everstrike is a hybrid DEX with an off-chain orderbook and on-chain custody/settlement.

Read more about Everstrike's technical architecture [here](/technical-architecture.md).

#### Is Everstrike live? <a href="#h_71f2d42375" id="h_71f2d42375"></a>

Yes. The Everstrike Mainnet went live in March 2025. Access it [here](https://app.everstrike.io/app/trade).

We recommend trying out Everstrike in [demo mode](https://app.testnet.everstrike.io/app/trade?throwaway=true) prior to depositing any funds on the Mainnet.

#### What can I do on the testnet? <a href="#h_b2a0fad03a" id="h_b2a0fad03a"></a>

Test and practice new trading strategies.

#### Are the funds I receive on the testnet real? <a href="#h_105d245d63" id="h_105d245d63"></a>

No. The 20k USD you receive in your testnet account are for demo purposes only.

#### Is there an API? <a href="#h_f877c5b5f3" id="h_f877c5b5f3"></a>

Yes.

[REST API](https://docs.testnet.everstrike.io/).

[Websocket API](https://everstrikeio.github.io/everstrike-websockets-api/).

#### Are there any events going on currently? Such as competitions or airdrops? <a href="#h_ffcdf59a9f" id="h_ffcdf59a9f"></a>

Currently, no. Any upcoming events will be announced on our  [X](https://x.com/everstrike_dex) and [Telegram](https://t.me/everstrike_dex).

#### How can I provide liquidity on Everstrike? <a href="#h_cdd5f4fd58" id="h_cdd5f4fd58"></a>

The [Everstrike API's](https://docs.testnet.everstrike.io/) are open to everyone. Through these, you can execute any market making strategy that you are interested in.

We also have an [open source market making bot](https://github.com/everstrikeio/market_maker) on our Github.

#### What is the Everstrike Perpetual Vault? <a href="#h_cdd5f4fd58" id="h_cdd5f4fd58"></a>

The Everstrike Perpetual Vault is the official LP vault of Everstrike. It provides direct, non-programmatic access to liquidity provisioning on Everstrike, and powers [evUSD](/account/evusd.md), the native stablecoin of Everstrike.&#x20;

Read more about the vault [here](/trading/perpetual-vault.md).

#### How can I get historical trade data for Everstrike? <a href="#h_e06656e7fa" id="h_e06656e7fa"></a>

To get historical trade data for Everstrike, you can use the [/trades](https://docs.testnet.everstrike.io/#tag/Public/operation/trades) API endpoint.

It is also possible to obtain historical kline (OHLCV) data through the [/ohlcv](mailto:undefined) endpoint.

For more information, refer to the documentation for the [Everstrike REST API.](https://docs.testnet.everstrike.io/)

#### I don't have a wallet (or don't feel comfortable connecting one to Everstrike). Can I use Everstrike like a CEX? <a href="#h_e06656e7fa" id="h_e06656e7fa"></a>

Yes. Everstrike features two modes (DEX mode and CEX mode).&#x20;

In CEX mode, no wallet is required, and you can use Everstrike like a centralized exchange (Everstrike creates and manages a wallet on your behalf).&#x20;

Read more about CEX mode and DEX mode [here](/account/dex-mode-vs.-cex-mode.md).