A trailing stop is a dynamic exit tool that automatically adjusts the stop-loss level as the market price rises, helping traders lock in gains without constant monitoring.
Trailing stops follow the price at a specified distance, moving upward for long positions; if the asset price reverses by that distance, the position is sold.
Benefits of using trailing stops include automatic profit locking, emotionless capital protection, staying in winning trades longer, and removing fear and greed from trading decisions.
Trailing stops are particularly useful in volatile markets like crypto, allowing traders to ride the wave without worrying about significant price fluctuations.