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See our methodology →CeFi Bitcoin Market: BoB CeFi Rate Index
Centralized custodial lenders · 6 US lenders tracked · refreshed weekly
DeFi Bitcoin Market: BoB DeFi Rate Index
27 DeFi markets · updated daily at 14:00 UTC
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You tell us how much BTC you hold and how much you want to borrow. We filter every lender we track against your criteria and show you who fits.
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See full disclosures →Bitcoin-Backed Loans (10 lenders)
| Lender | APR range | |
|---|---|---|
Arch (Standard) Verified 2026-06-26 | 7.25–10.49% | Visit Arch (Standard) |
SALT Verified 2026-06-26 | 7.49–10.50% | Visit SALT |
APX Lending Verified 2026-06-26 | 9.99–11.49% | Visit APX Lending |
Arch (Deferred) Verified 2026-06-26 | 8.00–10.99% | Visit Arch (Deferred) |
Figure Verified 2026-06-26 | 9.76–12.35% | Visit Figure |
CoinRabbit Verified 2026-06-30 | 11.95–16.80% | Visit CoinRabbit |
Ledn Verified 2026-06-26 | 9.25–11.49% | Visit Ledn |
Unchained Verified 2026-06-28 | 14.18% | Visit Unchained |
Strike Verified 2026-06-26 | 7.75–11.25% | Visit Strike |
Nexo Verified 2026-06-26 | 18.90% | Visit Nexo |
Bitcoin Mortgages (6 lenders)
| Lender | APR range | |
|---|---|---|
Milo Verified 2026-06-30 | 7.00–9.00% | Visit Milo |
LendFriend Verified 2026-05-15 | By consultation | Visit LendFriend |
Better Verified 2026-05-15 | By consultation | Visit Better |
Newrez Verified 2026-05-15 | By consultation | Visit Newrez |
Rate Verified 2026-05-15 | By consultation | Visit Rate |
Moon Mortgage Verified 2026-05-14 | By consultation | Visit Moon Mortgage |
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Target loan-to-value (LTV)
Collateral value
$95,000
Max borrow · 50% LTV
$47,500
Margin call price
$67,857
29% drop · ~70% LTV
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8 lenders match your criteria
Qualified custodian · no rehyp
APR
7.3–10.5%
Max LTV
60%
Orig. fee
1.49%
Borrow up to
$47,500
Lender Pool · no rehyp
APR
7.5–10.5%
Max LTV
70%
Orig. fee
0%
Borrow up to
$47,500
Lender Pool · no rehyp
APR
7.8–11.3%
Max LTV
50%
Orig. fee
0%
Borrow up to
$47,500
Qualified custodian · no rehyp
APR
9.3–11.5%
Max LTV
50%
Orig. fee
0%
Borrow up to
$47,500
Lender Pool · no rehyp
APR
9.8–12.3%
Max LTV
75%
Orig. fee
0.85%
Borrow up to
$47,500
Qualified custodian · no rehyp
APR
10.0–11.5%
Max LTV
60%
Orig. fee
0%
Borrow up to
$47,500
Lender Pool · no rehyp
APR
11.9–16.8%
Max LTV
90%
Orig. fee
0%
Borrow up to
$47,500
Lender Pool
APR
from 18.9%
Max LTV
50%
Orig. fee
0%
Borrow up to
$47,500
Estimates only, from each lender's published terms and your inputs — not a quote or a recommendation. Your actual rate depends on size, LTV, term, and approval. borrowonbitcoin.com is not a lender. Full disclosures.
Frequently asked questions
Bitcoin-backed loans, explained
How do Bitcoin-backed loans work?
A Bitcoin-backed loan lets you borrow US dollars (or a stablecoin) using your Bitcoin as collateral, without selling it. You pledge BTC to a lender, the lender holds it for the term of the loan, and you receive cash you repay with interest. Because the loan is secured by your Bitcoin, most lenders run no traditional credit check; approval is based on your collateral, not your credit score. When you repay in full, your Bitcoin is returned. The trade-offs that matter are the interest rate (APR), the loan-to-value ratio, who custodies your coins, and what happens if Bitcoin’s price falls.
How to borrow against Bitcoin→What is LTV (loan-to-value)?
LTV, or loan-to-value, is your loan amount divided by the market value of the Bitcoin you pledged, shown as a percentage. Borrow $40,000 against $100,000 of Bitcoin and your starting LTV is 40%. Most Bitcoin lenders cap the opening LTV between 40% and 60%, leaving a buffer before trouble. LTV is dynamic: it rises automatically when Bitcoin’s price drops, even though your loan balance has not changed. A lower LTV means a safer position and, often, a lower rate; a higher LTV frees up more cash but sits closer to a margin call.
LTV, explained→What is Bitcoin loan liquidation?
Liquidation is when a lender sells some or all of your pledged Bitcoin to repay the loan because your LTV climbed past the liquidation threshold (commonly 80% to 90%). It is usually preceded by a margin call: a warning that asks you to add collateral or pay down the balance to bring LTV back into a safe range. If you do not cure the margin call in time, the lender liquidates. The biggest driver is a falling Bitcoin price, which raises your LTV without you doing anything. Borrowing at a conservative LTV is the simplest way to keep a wide cushion between your position and the liquidation point.
Liquidation & margin calls→How do you evaluate Bitcoin lenders?
Compare lenders on five things that actually decide outcomes: the effective APR including any origination fee (not just the headline rate), the maximum LTV and liquidation threshold, the custody model (segregated qualified custody vs. commingled), whether the lender rehypothecates your Bitcoin, and the margin-call process, including how much warning and how long a cure period you get. Price matters, but custody and liquidation terms are what protect your coins in a downturn. We track all of these per lender and refresh them weekly so the comparison reflects current terms.
Our methodology→Who are the best Bitcoin-backed lenders?
There is no single "best" lender; the right choice depends on your priorities. If lowest cost is the goal, sort by effective APR. If protecting your Bitcoin matters most, favor lenders with segregated qualified custody and a no-rehypothecation policy. If you want room to ride out volatility, favor a lower liquidation threshold and a longer cure period. We publish independent reviews of every lender we track, covering rates, custody, LTV, and terms, so you can match a lender to what you care about rather than to a sponsored ranking.
All lender reviews→Which lenders have the safest custody?
Custody is where your downside risk really lives. The safest setups hold your Bitcoin in a segregated account with a qualified custodian and do not rehypothecate (reuse) it to fund the lender’s own borrowing. Some lenders use collaborative multisig, where you hold a key and no single party can move the coins unilaterally. The weakest setups commingle customer Bitcoin and reserve the right to lend it out, which is what leaves borrowers exposed in a bankruptcy. Always confirm the custodian, whether assets are segregated, and the rehypothecation policy in writing before you borrow.
Custody & rehypothecation→Which lenders have the most borrower-friendly margin-call and cure terms?
The most borrower-friendly lenders give you a real chance to save your position before they sell. Look for a lower starting LTV, a liquidation threshold set well above it, early and clear margin-call notifications, and a defined cure period (hours to days) to add collateral or pay down the balance. Some also offer partial liquidation rather than closing the whole position, and tools to auto-add collateral. The harshest terms are a high opening LTV with an instant, full liquidation and little notice. We track each lender’s margin-call and liquidation process so you can favor the ones that leave the most room to react.
Margin-call & cure periods→How much can I borrow against my Bitcoin?
Your borrowing limit is set by the lender’s maximum LTV applied to the value of the Bitcoin you pledge. Most lenders cap the opening LTV between 40% and 60%, so $100,000 of Bitcoin typically supports a $40,000 to $60,000 loan. Borrowing near the maximum frees up the most cash but sits closer to a margin call, so many borrowers deliberately take less. The exact figure depends on the lender, your collateral, and the loan term. Our calculator lets you model the maximum loan, monthly cost, and liquidation price for any amount.
Bitcoin loan calculator→Do Bitcoin loans require a credit check?
Most Bitcoin-backed lenders do not run a traditional credit check. Because the loan is fully secured by your Bitcoin, approval is based on the value of your collateral rather than your credit score, which is why funding can be fast. Some lenders still require identity verification (KYC) to meet regulatory obligations, and a few mortgage and business products do look at credit. If avoiding a credit pull is a priority, you can filter specifically for no-credit-check options.
No-credit-check Bitcoin loans→Is borrowing against Bitcoin a taxable event?
Under current US treatment, borrowing against Bitcoin is generally not a taxable event, because pledging collateral is not a sale and loan proceeds are not income. The IRS treats digital assets as property, so a forced liquidation is a sale that can trigger a capital gain, sometimes at a bad time. Tax rules can change and your situation is specific, so confirm with a CPA. This is not tax advice.
Is borrowing against Bitcoin taxable?→What is the difference between CeFi and DeFi Bitcoin loans?
A CeFi (centralized finance) loan comes from a company that holds your Bitcoin and sets the terms, with KYC and human support but counterparty and custody risk. A DeFi (decentralized finance) loan runs on a smart contract: there is no company holding your coins, terms are transparent and automated, but you take on smart-contract risk and usually need to wrap Bitcoin to use it, which can have tax consequences. CeFi suits borrowers who want simplicity and support; DeFi suits those who prioritize self-custody and transparency.
CeFi vs DeFi Bitcoin loans→What should I do if I get a margin call?
A margin call is a deadline, not a disaster. It is asking you to bring your LTV back under the lender’s threshold, by adding collateral (Bitcoin or cash), repaying part of the loan, or repaying in full. Act inside the cure window, aim to restore a safe buffer rather than just clear the line, and do not ignore it or panic-sell. Knowing your liquidation price in advance and keeping reserves ready turns a margin call into a routine task rather than an emergency.
How to handle a margin call→Costs, safety, and switching lenders
Can you refinance a Bitcoin loan?
Yes. Refinancing replaces your current Bitcoin loan with a new one, usually to get a lower rate, better custody, or different terms, while keeping your Bitcoin as collateral. You can refinance with your existing lender, often the simplest path, or move to a new one, in which case the new loan pays off the old balance and your collateral transfers over. The real cost of switching is not just the new rate: weigh any new origination fee, whether your current lender charges a prepayment or exit cost, and whether your Bitcoin would move to a different custodian. When the rate drop outweighs those switching costs, refinancing can lower your payments without selling any Bitcoin.
How to refinance a Bitcoin loan→What fees do Bitcoin loans charge beyond interest?
The interest rate is only part of the cost. Common extras include an origination fee (a percentage of the loan taken up front), and sometimes setup or administration fees, prepayment penalties, and a liquidation fee if your collateral is ever sold. A loan with a low headline rate but a 2% origination fee can cost more than a slightly higher-rate loan with no fee, especially over a short term. That is why we compare lenders on effective APR, which folds the origination fee into the rate, rather than the advertised number alone. Always confirm the all-in cost in writing before you borrow.
Hidden Bitcoin loan fees→Are Bitcoin-backed loans safe?
Bitcoin-backed loans carry specific, manageable risks rather than being simply safe or unsafe. The two that matter most are liquidation, where a falling Bitcoin price raises your LTV and can force the sale of your collateral, and custody, meaning whether the lender holds your Bitcoin with a segregated qualified custodian or commingles and rehypothecates it, which is what exposed borrowers in past lender failures. You lower liquidation risk by borrowing at a conservative LTV, and custody risk by choosing a lender with segregated qualified custody and a no-rehypothecation policy. The loan itself is not the danger; a high LTV paired with weak custody is.
Are Bitcoin loans safe?→Is it better to borrow against Bitcoin or sell it?
It depends on your goal and your tax situation, and this is not tax advice. Selling Bitcoin realizes a capital gain and is a taxable event under current US treatment, but it ends your exposure and carries no ongoing cost. Borrowing against Bitcoin is generally not taxable, because pledging collateral is not a sale, and it keeps your upside if Bitcoin rises, but you pay interest and take on liquidation risk if the price falls. Borrowing tends to fit shorter-term cash needs when you want to keep your Bitcoin and avoid a taxable sale; selling can be cleaner when you no longer want the exposure. Confirm the specifics with a CPA.
Borrow vs sell: the tax strategy→Can I borrow against a Bitcoin ETF like IBIT?
Yes, though it works differently from a Bitcoin-backed loan. If you hold a spot Bitcoin ETF such as IBIT in a brokerage account, you can usually borrow against it with a margin loan or a portfolio line of credit from your broker, the same way you would against stocks. The rate, the borrowing limit, and the margin-call rules are set by the brokerage rather than a crypto lender, and your shares stay in custody at the broker. This fits people who hold their Bitcoin exposure through an ETF rather than self-custodied coins. The things to compare are the margin rate, the maintenance requirement, and how quickly the broker issues a margin call.
Borrow against a Bitcoin ETF→What interest rate can I expect on a Bitcoin loan?
Bitcoin-backed loan rates in 2026 generally run from the high single digits to the high teens in effective APR, depending on the lender, your LTV, and the loan size. Lower LTVs and larger loans tend to earn lower rates, and rates have been trending down as more lenders compete. Because the headline rate often leaves out the origination fee, compare the effective APR, which includes it. We track each lender’s current rate and refresh it weekly, and our Rate Index shows where the market sits today so you can judge whether a quote is competitive.
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