A transparent weighted score from objective public data — each factor scored 0–100 (higher = riskier), combined by the weights below.
| Factor | Score | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Regulation & licensing | 97 | 35% |
| Company age | 45 | 15% |
| Clone / impersonation | 100 | 12% |
| Withdrawal & exposure complaints | 0 | 12% |
| Offshore registration | 10 | 8% |
| Transparency (site/info/social) | 50 | 10% |
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.
| Regulator | License type | License No. | Region | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FCA | Market Making (MM) | 186171 | United Kingdom | — |
| CYSEC | Forex Execution License (STP) | 259/14 | Cyprus | — |
| CIMA | Derivatives Trading License (EP) | 1442313 | Cayman Islands | — |
| Account | Max leverage | Min. deposit | Min. spread | Commission | EA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAW | -- | $200 | From 0.1 | + $4 per round | ✓ |
| CLASSIC | -- | $100 | From 1.2 | -- | ✓ |
| FIXED | -- | $100 | From 1.5 | -- | ✓ |
There aren’t enough independent reviews for HYCM yet to draw firm conclusions. The lack of public feedback is itself a caution sign for a smaller or newer broker.
0HYCM is a forex and CFD broker based in United Kingdom, with records dating to 2022-05-11. It reports oversight from CIMA, CYSEC, FCA.
FXCanary’s verdict is “Severe.” The combination of weak regulation and user complaints means your capital could be at serious risk.
Overview compiled by FXCanary from regulatory records and public data. full HYCM review