Hex Trust
Qualified Custodian
Established Est. 2018
Hong Kong
21Rates Quality Score: 7.2/10
Hex Trust is a fully licensed Asian digital asset custodian offering custody, staking, and markets services across 100+ blockchains with institutional-grade security and DeFi access.
Custody Model
ModelHosted Custody
LicensesHong Kong TCSP, Singapore MAS, Dubai VARA, Italian OAM
RegulatoryMulti-jurisdictional: HK TCSP, MAS, VARA, OAM regulations
JurisdictionHong Kong, Singapore, Dubai, Italy
Fees & Minimums
Fee StructureCustom institutional pricing. Includes custody, staking, and DeFi access. Contact for enterprise quotes.
Min BalanceContact for requirements
WithdrawalsCustom per-client
Security
Cold Storage95%+ cold storage
InsuranceComprehensive insurance coverage
Proof of Reserves No
Asset SegregationYes
AuditsAnnual SOC 2 and regulatory audits
Features
API Access Available
Mobile App No
Hardware Wallet Not supported
Institutional Available
Integrated Trading Yes
AssetsBTC, ETH, SOL, DOT, AVAX, 400+ digital assets
Frequently Asked Questions About Hex Trust
Hex Trust is a qualified custodian, meaning it is a regulated financial institution authorised to hold client assets. This is important for institutional investors who are legally required to use a qualified custodian under regulations such as the SEC Custody Rule.
Hex Trust carries the following insurance coverage: Comprehensive insurance coverage. Always confirm specific coverage terms, limits, and exclusions directly with Hex Trust before depositing assets.
Hex Trust stores 95%+ cold storage of assets in cold storage (offline). Cold storage protects against remote hacking by keeping private keys disconnected from the internet.
Hex Trust's fee structure: Custom institutional pricing. Includes custody, staking, and DeFi access. Contact for enterprise quotes.. Custody fees are typically charged as an annual basis-point fee on assets under custody or a flat monthly fee.
The minimum balance requirement at Hex Trust is Contact for requirements. This may vary based on account type and service tier.
About this analysis
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Last verified: August 2026