Risk information
Trading always involves risk. The information below outlines these risks clearly and transparently, helping you make well-informed decisions.
Understanding risk is the first step toward trading with confidence.
How Compass Wertvale Helps You Manage Risk
- AI helps mitigate the risk of losses — our algorithms analyse thousands of market signals and execute trades only when conditions are right, reducing the impact of emotional decision-making.
- Data-driven strategies — Each strategy is built on proven market behaviour patterns and real-time analysis, not guesswork.
- Flexible risk settings — Adjust your risk parameters at any time to match your goals and preferred comfort level.
- Stay informed and in control — Every trade and balance update appears in your dashboard in real time. Transparent fees, with no hidden charges.
- Withdraw your available profits whenever it suits you — your funds stay firmly in your control, with flexible options for timing and frequency of withdrawals.
1. General Risk Warning
1.1 Trading cryptocurrencies and digital assets involves significant risk and may not be suitable for all investors. The value of cryptocurrencies can go down as well as up, and you may lose all or more than your initial investment.
1.2 Before engaging in any trading activity, carefully consider your investment objectives, level of experience, and risk tolerance. Only invest funds that you can afford to lose entirely.
1.3 Automated trading systems, including AI-powered bots, carry inherent risks. They do not guarantee profitable outcomes and may malfunction or behave unpredictably due to software faults or market conditions outside their design parameters. Users bear sole responsibility for monitoring automated systems and any losses that may result.
1.4 Past performance of any trading system or strategy is not indicative of future results. All historical data and performance figures presented on this Website are for illustrative purposes only.
1.5 This Website serves solely as an information and marketing platform. The Company does not provide financial advice or investment recommendations.
2. Risks of Cryptocurrency Trading
2.1 Cryptocurrencies are highly speculative assets. Their prices can be extremely volatile and may fluctuate significantly over short periods of time.
2.2 Unlike traditional financial markets, cryptocurrency markets operate around the clock, with 24/7 access supported by straightforward platform controls.
2.3 The value of a cryptocurrency may be influenced by shifts in market access, technological advancements, market sentiment, actions taken by large holders, security breaches, and broader macroeconomic developments.
2.4 Some cryptocurrencies may lose their value entirely. There is no guarantee that any cryptocurrency will retain its value at any level.
3. Market and Liquidity Risks
3.1 Cryptocurrency markets rank among the most volatile in the world. Daily price swings of 10%, 20% or more are not unusual.
3.2 During periods of extreme market volatility, trading platforms may experience delays, outages, or an inability to execute trades at the desired price (slippage).
3.3 Low liquidity — particularly in smaller or lesser-known coins — can result in significant price slippage when orders are executed. In extreme market conditions, exiting a position at any price may not be possible.
3.4 Stop-loss orders and other risk management tools cannot guarantee that losses will be contained to the intended amount during periods of high volatility or low liquidity.
4. Leverage and Margin Risk
4.1 Some third-party platforms accessible through this Website may offer leveraged or margin trading products. It is important to note that leverage can amplify both potential gains and losses.
4.2 When trading on margin, you may lose more than your initial deposit. If the market moves against your position, it may be automatically closed at a loss.
4.3 Around 70–80% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading leveraged products. Please consider carefully whether you can afford to take on the significant risk of losing your money.
5. Technology and Security Risks
5.1 Using internet-based trading platforms carries inherent risks, including internet connectivity failures, hardware or software faults, delays in order execution, and periods of platform downtime.
5.2 The Company cannot guarantee that this Website, or any third-party platform linked to it, will function without interruption, errors, or periods of downtime.
5.3 Cryptocurrency accounts are common targets for cybercriminals. Risks include phishing attacks, malware, SIM swapping, and exchange breaches. While the Company applies industry-standard security measures, no system can be considered entirely immune to cyber attacks.
5.4 Cryptocurrency transactions are, by nature, irreversible. If your account credentials are compromised, you may permanently lose access to your funds. The Company bears no liability for losses resulting from cybersecurity incidents that affect the User's own devices or accounts.
6. Platform and Service Risk
6.1 Cryptocurrency availability differs considerably across jurisdictions and is subject to rapid change. Services accessible in one country may be unavailable or governed by different account restrictions in another.
6.2 Changes in market conditions, network availability, or asset support may impact the use, value, or transfer of cryptocurrencies. Users are responsible for reviewing platform information and managing their account settings accordingly.
6.3 The tax treatment of cryptocurrency gains differs depending on your jurisdiction. Users are solely responsible for understanding and fulfilling their own tax obligations.
7. Third-party risk
7.1 This Website connects Users to third-party trading platforms ("Advertisers"). The Company does not control, endorse, or guarantee the services, security, or solvency of any third-party platform.
7.2 Third-party platforms may become insolvent, cease operations, or encounter service restrictions. In such circumstances, Users may lose access to their funds.
7.3 Before depositing funds with any third-party platform, users are advised to conduct their own due diligence and carefully review its security practices.
8. Returns Are Not Guaranteed
8.1 The Company makes no representations or guarantees that Users will achieve any particular level of return through their trading activities.
8.2 Any earnings figures, performance examples, or profit projections displayed on this Website are for illustrative purposes only and represent hypothetical scenarios. They should not be used as a basis for any investment decision.
8.3 There is no entirely safe or risk-free method of trading cryptocurrencies. Any claim that a system can guarantee profits should be treated with a great deal of scepticism.
9. Suitability Notice and Contact
9.1 Cryptocurrency trading may not be suitable for all individuals. You should only trade if you have a clear understanding of how cryptocurrency markets operate, are fully aware of the risks involved, and have adequate financial resources to bear the potential loss of all funds committed.
9.2 The Company strongly advises against investing funds you cannot afford to lose. Never trade with borrowed money or funds set aside for essential expenses.
9.3 If you are uncertain whether cryptocurrency trading is suitable for you, we recommend seeking guidance from a qualified and independent financial adviser.
9.4 If you have any questions regarding this Statement or would like to raise a complaint, please contact us at: info@compasswertvale.net
We will acknowledge all complaints within five working days and endeavour to provide a full response within 30 working days.
This Risk Disclosure Statement should be read in conjunction with our Terms of Use and Privacy notice.