Giottus
Giottus is an Indian cryptocurrency exchange that provides a platform for buying, selling, and trading a wide range of digital assets. The platform is designed to cater to both novice and experienced traders in the Indian market, with features including multi-lingual support and various investment products. [1]
Overview
Giottus positions itself as a comprehensive cryptocurrency investment platform for the Indian market. Established around 2017, the exchange aims to simplify crypto investing through a user-friendly interface and localized features. [2]
A key differentiator is its multi-lingual support, offering its mobile application and customer service in over 20 Indian languages to broaden accessibility. The platform emphasizes regulatory adherence, highlighting its compliance with India's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) guidelines. [1]
The exchange offers a suite of products beyond simple trading, including Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs), curated crypto "Baskets," and yield-generating options like staking and fixed-term rewards. For security, Giottus partners with BitGo for cold wallet storage, which includes an insurance policy on the stored assets. The platform operates in a competitive landscape that includes other Indian exchanges such as WazirX and CoinDCX. [1] [2]
Products and Services
Giottus provides a variety of financial products and services tailored to different types of cryptocurrency investors. These offerings range from simple purchasing tools to more complex investment strategies.
Trading
- Easy Buy/Sell: A simplified interface designed for beginners, allowing for quick purchases of cryptocurrencies in under 10 seconds.
- Spot Exchange: A more advanced trading interface for experienced users. It features real-time order books, charting tools, trade history, and high liquidity. The platform's crypto-to-crypto order books are supported by liquidity from Bitfinex, which allows for zero maker fees on certain pairs.
Investment and Earning
- Systematic Investment Plan (SIP): This feature enables users to automate regular investments into specific cryptocurrencies. The investment frequency can be customized, with options ranging from once per hour to once per month, allowing users to build their portfolio over time through dollar-cost averaging.
- Baskets: These are expert-curated, themed portfolios of cryptocurrencies. Each basket is built around a specific idea or market sector, such as "Crypto Largecap," "Metaverse," or "Beginner's Luck," allowing users to invest in a diversified set of assets with a single transaction.
- Fixed Rewards: This service allows users to earn a fixed annual percentage rate (APR) on their crypto holdings. The platform advertises returns as high as 25% on certain assets.
- Staking: Users can earn returns on their proof-of-stake (PoS) assets by participating in network validation through the platform's one-click staking service. Giottus offers staking for multiple protocols, with advertised returns including up to 20% for Celestia (TIA) and 15% for Hamster Kombat (HMSTR).
The above services are described on the company's main website. [1]
Platform Features
Giottus incorporates several features aimed at improving user experience and accessibility, particularly for the Indian market.
Multi-Lingual Support
A standout feature of the platform is its extensive language support. The Giottus mobile app and customer service are available in more than 20 Indian languages. This is intended to make the platform more accessible to a diverse user base across India who may not be proficient in English.
Customer Support
The exchange provides 24x7 customer support, which is also available in multiple languages. Users can access support through chat, email, and phone.
Supported Assets
Giottus lists a broad selection of over 400 digital assets. This includes major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), a wide variety of altcoins, meme coins such as Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB), and various fan tokens for sports clubs. The platform regularly adds new assets for trading.
Information on platform features and supported assets is available on the Giottus website. [1]
Regulatory Compliance
The platform is registered with India's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), indicating its adherence to the country's Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Financing of Terrorism (CFT) regulations. Giottus maintains detailed KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML policies to ensure a compliant trading environment. [1]
Asset Security
To secure user funds, Giottus has partnered with BitGo, a digital asset trust and security company. Customer assets are held in BitGo's cold wallets, which are offline and less vulnerable to online threats. This partnership also provides insurance coverage for the assets stored in these wallets. The platform also uses an anti-phishing shield to help users verify they are on the official website.
Details regarding security and compliance are outlined on the company's website. [1]
Awards and Recognition
Giottus has received several industry awards and recognitions, which it features on its platform. These include:
- Business World Cryptocurrency Brand for 2025 from the BW Fintech Awards.
- India's Best Crypto Exchange by Global Financial Market Review in 2025.
- India's Most-Trusted Crypto Investment Platform, as recognized by a Web3 awards body.
These accolades are displayed on the main page of the Giottus website. [1]