# What makes FlashFlow stand out among other trading protocols?

FlashFlow uses a unique mechanic allowing of flashloans to leverage trades. These feature leads to one of the lowest commission rates in the field of DeFi trading protocols.&#x20;

Moreover, the utilization of lower commission and funding rates (that are directly related to the lending protocol APY rates), allows traders to unleash the full potential of swing trading strategies and provide greater volatility resistance to their positions.

Also, as opposed to other DeFi trading protocols, FlashFlow aims to save its clients money, thus, all the liquidations on the platform are performed by the rules of lending protocols. In other words, a [trader may save up to 95% of its initial margin in case of position liquidation due to undercollateralisation.](https://flashflow.gitbook.io/helpcenter/faq/how-much-do-i-lose-in-case-of-liquidation)

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