What was Coinbase Pro?

Introduced in 2018 (formerly GDAX), Coinbase Pro featured a micro‑focused trading interface with real‑time orderbooks, advanced charting, multiple order types (limit, market, stop‑limit), and lower fee tiers for makers and takers. This appealed to full-time and institutional traders, handling up to 60% of Coinbase Pro’s volume .

Logging in to Coinbase Pro

  1. Visit pro.coinbase.com
  2. Enter your Coinbase credentials—email and password
  3. Complete two‑factor authentication (2FA)—via SMS, authenticator app, or security key
  4. Land on your dashboard with balances, order book, and trading panels

Enhanced security included SSL encryption, optional IP‑whitelisting, and strong API controls.

API Keys & 2FA Security

Traders could create API keys from User → API, choosing scopes—View, Trade, Transfer—and setting custom passphrases and IP locking .

Two‑factor protection was mandatory, further safeguarding accounts against unauthorized access.

Transition to Coinbase Advanced

In June 2022, Coinbase announced a plan to migrate Coinbase Pro features into the main Coinbase platform, under a rebranded “Advanced Trade” interface .

The transition concluded by November 2023; after that date, Coinbase Pro's standalone access was shut down .

What changed—what stayed the same?

  • ✅ Advanced charting via TradingView, including technical indicators like EMA, MACD, RSI, etc.
  • ✅ Low, volume‑based fees, with levelled fee tiers similar to Pro
  • ✅ Multiple order types, real-time orderbooks, and fast execution
  • ✅ Integrated account—no more transferring funds between Coinbase and Pro accounts

How to log in now: Coinbase Advanced

  1. Go to Coinbase.com (or the mobile app)
  2. Log in using email/password or passkey/Google sign-in option
  3. Navigate to the Trade → Advanced section to access Pro‑style interface
  4. Use old credentials and 2FA codes—your balances and trade history from Pro are still there

Reddit users affirm this isn’t a downgrade:

“The Advanced Trading platform replaced Coinbase Pro. It is arguably better, not any worse.”

Why the phase‑out matters

  • 🛡️ Fewer platforms to manage: One account, one login—no transfers
  • 📊 Unified trading experience: Professional tools now central on Coinbase
  • 📉 Preserved fee structures: Traders continue benefiting from Pro-like rates

Security & Scams: Stay Safe

Be cautious of phishing: fake “CoinbasePro.com” sites have stolen over $20M via credential and 2FA theft Always verify you’re at the official domain: coinbase.com or coinbase.com/advanced.

Summary

Coinbase Pro’s login process evolved—not disappeared. If you previously used the standalone Pro client, your account now lives seamlessly within Coinbase Advanced. Logging in involves:

  • Your existing Coinbase credentials & 2FA
  • Head to Trade → Advanced for Pro-level tools
  • Enjoy the same order types, lower fees, and balances—all in one place

By centralizing Pro’s features, Coinbase offers one coherent and secure environment tailored for both retail and active traders.