One can expect the timelines of the launch of a cryptocurrency exchange platform to depend on the strategy used by a startup, the nature of the features, and the resources of the team. With bespoke cryptocurrency exchange software development, the development of a platform can take an average of 6 to 12 months. This encompasses time to plan, UI/UX design, backend development, security integration, testing, and observance of legal rules.

Nevertheless, in a time-to-market environment, startups usually utilize white-label applications or exchange scripts. It can be possible to open a fully operational exchange within 2 to 4 weeks with these ready-made solutions, depending on the customization and integrations required.

At that, despite a prepared platform, startups should invest time in such processes as