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Exness

Severe riskForex / CFD broker
🇸🇨 Seychelles · 2-5 years · since 2021-12-31 · Nymstar Limited
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WikiFX1.49/10
Trustpilot/5
Forex Peace Army/5
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85
Severe risk
Scam Risk Scoremonitored · 2026-07-28
Lower riskHigher risk
  • Listed as “Fake Broker” in industry watchdog records
  • Identified as a clone / impersonator firm
  • Registered in Seychelles (offshore, light oversight)
  • No verifiable website or social-media presence
How this score is calculated — view the open algorithm

A transparent weighted score from objective public data — each factor scored 0–100 (higher = riskier), combined by the weights below.

FactorScoreWeight
Regulation & licensing9735%
Company age4515%
Clone / impersonation10012%
Withdrawal & exposure complaints012%
Offshore registration808%
Transparency (site/info/social)5310%

Based on public regulatory records, industry databases and independent reviews (Trustpilot, Forex Peace Army). Exit Risk reflects recent negative momentum in real reviews. A risk estimate from public data, not a definitive legal judgment; brokers may request a correction.

Company
Legal nameNymstar Limited
Headquarters🇸🇨 Seychelles
Founded2021-12-31
Years operating2-5 years
Employees0
Official websitepromotion-exness.com
Trading conditions
Avg execution speed0 ms
Avg slippage0
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Monitored traders0
Monitored orders0
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Registered address
F20, 1st floor, Eden Plaza, Eden Island, Seychelles.

Regulation & licenses · 1

RegulatorLicense typeLicense No.RegionStatus
FSADerivatives Trading License (EP)SD025Seychelles

Review analysis AI

This entity is a clone broker impersonating the well-known Exness brand, registered in Seychelles with an FSA licence that has an unspecified status. The lack of verifiable website, zero employees, and industry watchdog flags indicate a high likelihood of fraudulent activity. FXCanary's Scam Risk Score of 85/100 (Severe) reflects the extreme caution required; traders should avoid this broker entirely.

Not for
  • Any trader, due to severe risk flags and clone status
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Where Exness operates

Based on its licenses and complaint records.

🇸🇨 Seychelles Licensed

Market presence: WikiFX SkyEye · complaints: our records · licensing: official registers. Where you’re accepted is set by the broker’s own terms — always confirm before depositing.

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About Exness

Overview

Exness, operating under the legal name Nymstar Limited, is a forex and CFD broker registered in Seychelles. The company was founded on 31 December 2021 and is headquartered at F20, 1st floor, Eden Plaza, Eden Island, Seychelles. Its official domain is my.exness.com.

According to our records, the broker holds a Derivatives Trading License (EP) from the Seychelles Financial Services Authority (FSA), with licence number SD025. However, the status of this licence is not specified in our files, and the company reports zero employees. The registered address is in an offshore jurisdiction known for light regulatory oversight.

Regulation and Licensing

The broker is regulated by the Seychelles Financial Services Authority (FSA), which is the financial regulator for the Seychelles jurisdiction. The licence number on file is SD025, but its current status is not disclosed in our records. It is important to note that Seychelles is considered an offshore financial centre with relatively light regulatory oversight compared to major jurisdictions like the UK or EU.

Our records indicate that this entity is listed as a 'Fake Broker' in industry watchdog records and is identified as a clone or impersonator firm. This raises significant concerns about the legitimacy of the operation, as it appears to be using the name and reputation of the well-known global broker Exness (which operates from exness.com) without authorization.

Trading Instruments and Platforms

The broker claims to offer a range of trading instruments, including currencies, gold, oil, stocks, and indices. It also advertises high leverage up to 1:2000 and spreads starting at 0.0 pips. However, we have not been able to verify these claims independently, as the official website is not accessible or does not provide sufficient information.

Given the lack of verifiable information about the trading platforms, account types, or execution methods, traders should exercise extreme caution. The absence of a functional website or social media presence further undermines the credibility of this broker.

Account Types and Funding

Our records do not contain specific details about the account types, minimum deposit requirements, or funding methods offered by this broker. The company description mentions multiple classes of trading instruments and high leverage, but no concrete account specifications are available.

Without transparent information on these critical aspects, it is impossible for traders to make an informed decision. The lack of disclosure is a red flag, especially when combined with the clone status and offshore registration.

Target Audience and Suitability

The broker appears to target retail traders seeking high leverage and tight spreads, typical of many forex brokers. However, given the severe risk flags associated with this entity, it is not suitable for any trader, especially beginners or those who prioritize fund safety.

In FXCanary's assessment, this broker should be avoided entirely. The combination of being a clone, having an offshore registration, and lacking a verifiable online presence makes it a high-risk proposition. Traders are strongly advised to seek regulated brokers with a proven track record.

Overview compiled by FXCanary from regulatory records and public data. full Exness review