Ranked in 1 of 16 countries · Broker / app
IG Review (October 2026): Fees, Licences and Where It Works
By Vahe Hakobyan No affiliate links
- Taker fee— Not verified
- Maker fee— Not verified
- Coins150
- CustodyCustodial (IG Digital Assets Ltd)
- Founded1974
- HeadquartersLondon, United Kingdom
Our verdict
IG is a London-listed online broker known for CFDs, spread betting and share dealing. It now sells spot cryptocurrencies to UK clients through a separate subsidiary, with more than 150 coins from £1, no commission on Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana, and a 1% spread on other coins. Crypto sits alongside shares in one app.
Pros
- Crypto and shares in one regulated broker app
- No commission on BTC, ETH and SOL
- Buy from £1
Cons
- 1% spread on most coins
- No order book or advanced crypto tools
- No proof-of-reserves report found
Where IG works
| Country | Status | Rank | Local licence |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Available | #11 of 17 | IG group entities are FCA-authorised (IG Markets FRN 195355, IG Trading and Investments FRN 944492); the FCA crypto registration number of IG Digital Assets Ltd is not stated on the page |
How secure is IG?
- Proof of reserves
- — Not verified
- Custody
- Custodial (IG Digital Assets Ltd)
Crypto held on a platform is generally not covered by deposit insurance.
IG FAQ
Where is IG available?
Among the countries we cover it accepts residents of United Kingdom.
Is IG regulated?
United Kingdom: IG group entities are FCA-authorised (IG Markets FRN 195355, IG Trading and Investments FRN 944492); the FCA crypto registration number of IG Digital Assets Ltd is not stated on the page.
Not financial advice. Crypto prices are volatile and you can lose everything you put in. World-Crypt earns nothing from the platforms reviewed here.