California-based · Compliant · Human

California's Private
Crypto Exchange Desk

Buy and sell Bitcoin, Ethereum, stablecoins, and other digital assets with a California-based team focused on compliance, transparency, and personal service.

FinCEN Registered MSB
Money services business
AML / KYC Program
Verification & monitoring
Operating Since 2022
4+ years in California
Concierge Quote Personal desk
I want to buy
I want to sell
$USD
BTC
Indicative rate based on live markets. Your final quote — including fees — is confirmed by a CAEX specialist before you settle.
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A CAEX specialist responds personally, usually within minutes during desk hours.
BTC / USD
$67,423.21 +1.24%
Ξ
ETH / USD
$3,512.44 +0.85%
$
USDC / USD
$1.00 0.00%
S
SOL / USD
$165.32 +1.67%
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What we handle

Every exchange scenario, handled with care

Whether it's a routine conversion or a high-value transfer, you work with a real desk — not an anonymous engine.

Crypto to Fiat

Convert Bitcoin, Ethereum, or stablecoins to USD with clear pricing and compliant settlement to your bank.

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Fiat to Crypto

Buy digital assets with USD at transparent, market-based rates — verified, documented, and delivered to your wallet.

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Stablecoins

Move in and out of USDC, USDT, and DAI for liquidity and treasury needs — with no hidden spread.

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OTC & Larger Transactions

Dedicated handling for high-value trades, with personal coordination, deeper liquidity, and discreet settlement.

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Process transparency

Four clear steps, no surprises

You always know exactly where your transaction stands — and what happens next.

1

Submit Request

Tell us which asset and amount you want to exchange. No commitment — just a conversation with the desk.

2

Complete Verification

We verify identity and review transaction details under established AML / KYC procedures.

3

Confirm Quote

You receive clear pricing, disclosed fees, and exact settlement instructions to review and approve.

4

Settle Transaction

Funds are released after compliance checks and on-chain confirmation. You're informed at every stage.

Why CAEX

A desk built on trust, not hype

Fewer slogans, more substance. Here's what working with CAEX actually means.

Human support

Real specialists guide you before, during, and after every exchange — never an anonymous bot.

Transparent pricing

Live market-based quotes with fees disclosed upfront. The amount you confirm is the amount you get.

California-based

A local team serving individuals and businesses across the state — accountable and reachable.

Compliance-first

FinCEN-registered with a full AML / KYC program — compliance is the foundation, not an afterthought.

Who we serve

For individuals and businesses

For individuals

Personal, transparent exchange

  • Buy or sell crypto with confidence
  • Convert stablecoins to and from USD
  • Get real human assistance, every step
  • A transparent quote before you exchange
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For businesses

Compliance-first liquidity

  • Crypto-to-fiat settlement for operations
  • Stablecoin liquidity for treasury needs
  • High-value transaction support
  • Compliance-first onboarding
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Fees & rates

Clear pricing before every transaction

You see the full picture before anything settles. No surprise deductions, ever.

  • Live market-based quote
    Pricing tied to real-time markets, not padded spreads.
  • Exchange fee disclosed upfront
    One clear fee, shown before you confirm.
  • No surprise deductions
    The final amount is confirmed before settlement.
  • Quote validity window
    Every quote shows exactly how long it holds.
Sample Quote — Sell BTC LIVE
You send0.5000 BTC
Market rate$67,423.21
Gross value$33,711.61
Exchange fee (0.9%)− $303.40
Network / settlement$0.00
You receive$33,408.21
Quote valid for 10:00 — confirmed by your specialist before settlement.
Trust Center

Trust you can verify, not just claims

For CAEX, trust is the product. Here's exactly how we register, protect clients, and document everything.

Registration & Compliance

  • FinCEN MSB registration
  • AML policy
  • KYC procedures
  • Sanctions screening
  • Transaction monitoring
  • Recordkeeping

Client Protection

  • Privacy policy
  • Secure data handling
  • No hidden fees
  • Clear transaction terms
  • Human support before & after

Documents

  • AML / KYC overview
  • Terms of service
  • Privacy policy
  • Risk disclosure
  • Complaint resolution process
Licensing & Regulatory Roadmap

Building toward broader licensing — transparently

We're actively expanding our regulatory footprint, including work toward state money transmitter licensing. We'll share each milestone as it's reached.

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Supported assets

Major digital assets, with more on request

Bitcoin
BTC
Ξ
Ethereum
ETH
$
Tether
USDT
$
USD Coin
USDC
S
Solana
SOL
Ł
Litecoin
LTC
Dai
DAI
+ More assets
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FAQ

Questions, answered
plainly

Still unsure about something? The desk is happy to walk you through it.

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For most exchanges we ask for a government-issued photo ID and basic verification details as part of our AML / KYC procedures. For larger or business transactions, we may request additional documentation. Your specialist will tell you exactly what's needed before you begin.

Once verification is complete and your quote is confirmed, most transactions settle quickly — typically the same day during desk hours. Timing can vary with network confirmations and transaction size.

We support major assets including BTC, ETH, USDT, USDC, SOL, LTC, and DAI. If you need an asset that isn't listed, ask the desk — we can often accommodate additional assets on request.

Limits depend on your verification level and the type of transaction. Higher-value and OTC transactions are handled individually by the desk with appropriate review. We'll confirm any applicable limits with your quote.

Quotes are based on live market rates at the time of pricing, with our exchange fee disclosed separately and upfront. You'll see the gross value, the fee, and the final amount before you confirm — and every quote shows how long it remains valid.

Yes. CAEX is a FinCEN-registered Money Services Business (MSB) operating an AML / KYC program. We're also working toward broader licensing — you can follow our progress in the Trust Center's Licensing & Regulatory Roadmap.

Start a compliant exchange,
backed by real people

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Risk disclosure. Digital asset transactions involve risk, including price volatility and irreversible blockchain transfers. CAEX provides exchange services and does not provide investment, tax, or legal advice. Please consider your circumstances and consult a qualified professional where appropriate.