# KCEX

> Source: https://fuckyc.org/services/kcex/
> Website: https://www.kcex.com/
> Categories: CEX (no/threshold KYC)
> KYC: tiered — Operator markets itself as a low-fee CEX with light-touch onboarding; identity verification is required above certain volume tiers.
> Status: active
> Jurisdiction: unknown
> Fiat on-ramp: no
> Payment methods: crypto
> Founded: 2022
> Open source: no
> Custodial: yes
> Last verified: 2026-01-01

## Verdict

KCEX is one of the newer entrants in the no-KYC-up-to-limits CEX bucket. Operator transparency is lower than at MEXC or CoinEx, which compounds the standard centralized-custody risk. Use accordingly — small balances, tested withdrawals.

## Strengths

- Zero-fee spot trading positioning on majors.
- No immediate ID at signup for crypto-only flows.

## Caveats

- Operator transparency (company filings, executives, public audit) is below industry baseline.
- Newer, with limited incident history to reference.
- Facts need re-verification by operator (last seeded 2026-01).

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## What KCEX is

A centralized exchange with a low-fee marketing pitch and tiered identity enforcement.

## Threat-model fit

Liquidity venue at most; treat operator-trust as the binding risk.

## Sources

- [KCEX about](https://www.kcex.com/about) — accessed 2026-01-01
- [KYCnot.me — KCEX entry](https://kycnot.me/service/kcex) — accessed 2026-01-01