No. eToro can’t just hold onto your money and block you from accessing it. In normal conditions, your funds sit ready for withdrawal when you want them. Client deposits stay ring-fenced in separate accounts at leading banks. That means they never mix with eToro’s own operational cash. So even if the company hits a rough patch, your money can’t be grabbed to cover debts.
Any funds you deposit land in segregated accounts at trusted, regulated banks. That wall keeps your cash apart from company expenses. As a licensed broker, eToro has to stick to tight rules that protect client funds. Regulators in each region make sure of it.
If eToro ever went under, investor protection schemes kick in. Exact coverage depends on where you live. Some countries/regions throw in extra private insurance too.
A few examples:
In some cases, eToro backs this up with extra Lloyd’s of London cover for eligible clients. Up to € / £ / AUD 1 million per person (total group limit applies).
Your money stays yours. If your account’s verified and you have enough free funds after open trades and fees, you can withdraw at any time, straight back to your original payment method.
I always double-check the withdrawal rules and keep my account info current to avoid hold-ups. Just stick to normal trading and follow the platform’s terms because eToro won’t hold back your money.
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