Frequently Asked Questions About Crypto PNL (Profit and Loss) Analysis

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1. What is the Purpose of Crypto PNL Analysis?

The Crypto PNL Analysis feature helps users track the profit/loss performance of their cryptocurrency holdings and facilitates sharing these insights for supported assets.

2. Does the System Display All Types of Cryptocurrencies I Hold?

No. Cryptocurrencies with a net value below $10 won't be displayed for clarity and relevance.

3. Are Asset Changes in Crypto PNL Analysis Real-Time?

While asset quantities update in real-time, PNL calculations have a 5-10 minute latency for accuracy verification.

4. Can I Share PNL Analysis for All Cryptocurrencies?

Currently, stablecoins don't support PNL sharing functionality due to their price-stable nature.

5. How Is Cumulative PNL Calculated?

The system initiates cumulative PNL calculations when:

Formula:
Cumulative PNL = |Total Sold/Withdrawn Value| - |Total Purchased/Deposited Value| - |Current Position Liabilities|

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6. How Is Average Cost Determined?

Calculation Method:
Average Cost = (Previous Average Cost × Quantity + Latest Purchase/Deposit Price × Quantity) / Post-Transaction Balance

Note: Deposit prices reflect the value at transaction time

7. PNL Calculation Methodology

Formula:
PNL = (Current Price - Average Cost) × Current Balance

8. PnL Percentage Calculation

Formula:
PNL% = (Current Price - Average Cost) / Average Cost × 100

9. Historical Data Availability

Complete PNL records date back to November 6, 2020. For pre-held unsold assets, calculations use prices as of 00:00 UTC on this date.

10. Do Futures/Perpetual Contracts and Margin Profits Affect Crypto PNL?

Yes. Unrealized PNL and collateral from:


FAQs About Crypto Profit Tracking

Q: Why does my PNL differ from exchange balances?
A: PNL focuses on acquisition costs versus current value, excluding unrealized gains from active trades.

Q: How often should I check crypto PNL?
A: For long-term holders, weekly checks prevent emotional trading. Day traders may monitor hourly.

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Q: Can I export PNL data for tax purposes?
A: Most platforms provide CSV exports detailing taxable events like disposals and trades.

Q: Why aren't decentralized wallet holdings included?
A: Exchange PNL tools typically only track on-platform assets unless API-connected.

Q: How do forks/airdrops affect PNL?
A: These are treated as $0-cost acquisitions, creating 100% profit when sold.

Q: What's the difference between realized and unrealized PNL?
A: Realized reflects closed positions, while unrealized shows current paper gains/losses.