Volatility 10 Index (V10)
The Volatility 10 Index — "V10" — is the calmest member of the volatility family, held at a constant 10% volatility. It is where many traders start, and where cautious traders stay: small, steady moves that let a modest account survive long enough to actually learn. Here is how it behaves and who it suits.
Synthetic indices are high-risk leveraged products. The figures below describe how the instrument behaves — they are not trading advice, and you can lose money faster than on most conventional markets. Never risk money you cannot afford to lose.
Why V10 suits small accounts
At 10% constant volatility, the Volatility 10 Index moves far less per tick than V75 or V100. For a trader with a small account, that is the difference between a stop that survives normal noise and one that gets clipped constantly. V10 lets you trade a sensible lot size, place a realistic stop, and still keep risk per trade to a small fraction of the account — the foundation every profitable synthetic trader needs before scaling up.
It carries the same advantages as the rest of the family: 24/7 trading, no news risk, no weekend gaps, and clean technical behaviour. It just delivers them at a volume the beginner can actually manage.
How to trade V10
Because moves are small, some traders are tempted to over-lever V10 to "make it interesting" — which defeats the entire point. Use V10 to build the habit of fixed-percentage risk and mechanical execution. Once your process is consistent on V10, stepping up to V75 is a change of scale, not of method.
Check the contract specification in your platform, and remember the "1s" variant (V10 (1s)) ticks every second for a slightly faster feel at the same 10% volatility.
Rebates while you learn
Even small, frequent V10 trades pay spread, and that cost compounds while you are learning. RebateIX returns up to $10 per lot on your volume through the broker's IB commission, so a share of what you would otherwise pay comes back to you — a small but real edge during the phase where you can least afford leakage.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Volatility 10 Index?⌄
A Deriv synthetic index held at a constant 10% volatility — the calmest of the volatility indices. It trades 24/7, is generated by an audited RNG, and is not tied to any real market.
Is V10 good for beginners?⌄
Yes. Its low, constant volatility means smaller moves and lower risk per tick, which suits small accounts and traders learning risk management. It is still a leveraged product, so disciplined sizing remains essential.
What is the difference between V10 and V10 (1s)?⌄
Both hold 10% volatility, but V10 updates every two seconds while V10 (1s) updates every second, giving faster, smaller ticks. Contract specifications differ, so check them in your platform.
Can I earn cashback on V10?⌄
Yes. Opening a Deriv account through RebateIX earns up to $10 per lot on V10 volume via the broker's IB commission, with no change to your spreads or execution.
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