Looking for advice

Hey everyone,

I’m based in India and currently exploring reliable platforms where I can actively trade BTC, ETH, and gold. I’m not looking for basic “buy and hold” apps — I want something more serious that supports trading (spot at minimum, derivatives would be a bonus if it’s not overly restrictive).

My main priorities are:

1. Financial safety and reliability – This is non-negotiable. I want a platform with a solid track record, good security practices (cold storage, proof of reserves, etc.), and ideally no history of shady freezes or withdrawal issues. Regulatory clarity in India would be a big plus, but I understand the current landscape is a bit grey.

2. USDT compatibility – I specifically want the ability to deposit and withdraw USDT smoothly. This is critical for me since I may move funds between platforms or wallets depending on opportunities. If there are any platforms that make USDT transfers easy, fast, and low-cost (TRC20 preferred, but open to others), I’d love to know.

3. Access to BTC, ETH, and Gold – Crypto is straightforward, but gold is where it gets tricky. I’m open to:

• Tokenized gold (like PAXG or XAUT)
• Gold CFDs (if the platform is trustworthy)
• Or even integrated traditional gold trading if available

1. Low friction deposits/withdrawals from India – Anyone trading from India knows the pain: banking restrictions, random blocks, high fees, etc. So I’m looking for platforms that Indian users are actually using right now without constant issues.

2. Reasonable fees and spreads – I’m not ultra high-frequency, but I do care about execution quality. Hidden spreads, ridiculous withdrawal fees, or poor liquidity are deal-breakers.

3. No nonsense account freezes – If you’ve personally used a platform and successfully deposited, traded, and withdrawn multiple times without issues, that’s the kind of feedback I’m looking for.

What I’ve noticed so far:

• Some global exchanges seem strong, but I keep hearing mixed experiences from Indian users (especially regarding INR on/off ramps).
• Some India-focused platforms feel “safe” on paper but are too restrictive or don’t properly support USDT transfers.
• Gold trading options are either fragmented or come with questionable reliability depending on the platform.

What I’m looking for from you:

• Platforms you personally use (not just “heard of”)
• Your real experience with deposits, withdrawals, and especially USDT transfers
• Any red flags I should avoid
• Suggestions for combining platforms (e.g., one for INR, one for trading, one for storage)

I’m not new to trading, so feel free to get technical if needed. I’d rather hear hard truths than marketing fluff. If something looks good but has hidden risks, call it out.

Appreciate any solid recommendations. Thanks in advance.