At GlueX, transparency and fairness are core to our philosophy. Our Router API is designed not only for optimal trade execution, but also with a fee model that aligns the incentives of users, integrators, and the protocol itself We apply a 0.03%–0.05% settlement fee to all trades, which is shared between GlueX and the integrator. In addition, we implement a flexible positive slippage sharing, partner fee configuration, and an surplus sharing mechanism to ensure equitable outcomes for all parties

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Settlement Fees

GlueX applies a 0.03%–0.05% settlement fee on every trade executed through the Router API. This fee is shared 50/50 between GlueX and the integrator

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Highlights

  • Low settlement fees: Between 0.03% and 0.05% per trade
  • Revenue sharing: Settlement fees are split equally between GlueX and the integrator
  • No hidden costs: What you quote is what the user gets — with all fees accounted for transparently in the returned values

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Partner Fee Model

To help integrators monetize their services, GlueX supports a configurable partner fee mechanism that allows a portion of the output amount to be automatically redirected to a designated wallet

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Configuration

{
  // ... other parameters
  "partnerFee": "<bps_of_output_amount>",
  "partnerAddress": "<0x_partner_wallet_address>"
}
  • partnerFee: Basis points (bps) applied to the output amount, deducted before final output.
  • partnerAddress: Wallet address where partner fees are sent.

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How It Works

Partner fees are factored into both minOutputAmount and effectiveOutputAmount. Once the trade is executed on-chain, the fee amount is automatically transferred to your partnerAddress.

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Positive Slippage Rewards

When trades execute better than quoted (i.e., positive slippage), GlueX ensures that this extra value is fairly distributed between the user, the integrator, and the protocol.

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Distribution

  • User: Gets the primary share of the extra output.
  • Integrator: Rewarded for routing users and optimizing experience.
  • GlueX: Retains a portion to support protocol growth and sustainability.
This transparent, win-win-win mechanism fosters long-term trust and collaboration across all stakeholders.

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Surplus Sharing

“Surplus” refers to the added value when GlueX’s routing achieves better-than-benchmark execution (e.g., compared to next best aggregator’s market rate). This can result from:
  • Optimized routing paths across liquidity sources
  • Gas savings via efficient transaction design
  • Proprietary internal methods
  • Exclusive liquidity partnerships

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Surplus Distribution

RecipientShare of Surplus
User≥ 33%
Integrator≤ 33%
GlueX≤ 33%

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Activation

To receive your share of surplus rewards: 
{
  // ... other parameters
  "activateSurplusFee": true,
  "partnerAddress": "<0x_partner_wallet_address>"
}
When activateSurplusFee is enabled, specialized contracts handle the fair distribution of captured surplus, ensuring your partnerAddress receives its portion automatically.

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Positive Slippage Rewards

When trades execute better than quoted (i.e., positive slippage exists), GlueX ensures that this extra value is fairly distributed between the user, the integrator, and the protocol - in the same ratio as the surplus.

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Distribution

  • User: Gets the primary share of the extra output.
  • Integrator: Rewarded for brinding orderflow and optimizing experience.
  • GlueX: Retains a portion to support protocol growth and sustainability.
This transparent, win-win-win mechanism fosters long-term trust and collaboration across all stakeholders.
At GlueX, our commitment is to building a transparent, fair, and sustainable ecosystem for all participants. For help with fee setup, surplus activation, or to explore partnership opportunities, reach out via our official Telegram.