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Volume XII · № 4
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
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Multi-asset

Public

Founded 2019 Headquartered United States ✓ SEC · FINRA

Public is a social investing platform that doesn't use payment for order flow, offering stocks, ETFs, crypto, and Treasury bonds.

✓ Pros
  • No payment for order flow
  • Social features
  • Fractional shares
  • Treasury bonds available
✗ Cons
  • Limited advanced tools
  • Premium plan ($10/month) required for some features
  • Tipping model for revenue

Fees & costs

Min. deposit
€$0
Trading
$0 for stocks and ETFs, no PFOF
Stock fee
$0
Spread
N/A (commission-free, no PFOF)
Deposits
Free
Withdrawals
Free
Inactivity
None

Platforms & features

No Payment for Order Flow
Orders routed directly to exchanges for better execution
Mobile App
Social investing app for iOS and Android
Web Platform
Browser-based trading access
Fractional Shares
Buy stocks and ETFs with any dollar amount
Crypto Trading
Trade Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies
Treasury Bonds
Buy US Treasury bonds directly
Social Features
Follow investors, share portfolios, and discuss stocks
Paper Trading
Practice with virtual money

Who this fits best

✓ Beginners✓ social_investors✓ transparency_seekers

Note: limited advanced tools.

Account opening steps

  1. 1.

    Download the App

    Get the Public app from App Store or Google Play

  2. 2.

    Sign Up

    Register with your email or Apple/Google account

  3. 3.

    Verify Identity

    Provide your SSN and complete identity verification

  4. 4.

    Fund Your Account

    Link your bank account and transfer funds

  5. 5.

    Start Investing

    Browse stocks, ETFs, crypto, or Treasury bonds and start investing

Editorial review

Public is een Amerikaans beleggingsplatform opgericht in 2019, gereguleerd door de SEC en FINRA. Het platform staat bekend om het ontbreken van payment for order flow (PFOF) — orders worden direct naar beurzen gerouteerd in plaats van via market makers. Dit onderscheidt Public van concurrenten als Robinhood en Webull. Aandelen, ETF's, opties, crypto en Amerikaanse staatsobligaties zijn beschikbaar, zonder minimale storting.

Het no-PFOF-model is het centrale vertrouwenssignaal van Public: de inkomsten worden gegenereerd via een optioneel fooiensysteem en een Premium-abonnement van $10 per maand. Fractionele aandelen zijn beschikbaar, wat kleine investeringsbedragen mogelijk maakt. De sociale functies — portefeuilles van andere beleggers volgen en bespreken — geven het platform een community-dimensie die minder serieuze traders aanspreekt.

Public is uitsluitend beschikbaar voor gebruikers in de VS (SSN vereist). De analysetools zijn beperkt vergeleken met platforms als Webull of thinkorswim. Sommige functies zijn alleen beschikbaar via het Premium-abonnement. Public is het meest geschikt voor Amerikaanse beleggers die transparantie over orderuitvoering belangrijker vinden dan extra analysetools, en interesse hebben in een sociale beleggingservaring.

Frequently asked

What does 'no payment for order flow' mean?
Unlike Robinhood and Webull, Public doesn't sell your order flow to market makers. Instead, orders are routed to exchanges, potentially resulting in better execution prices. Public generates revenue through optional tipping and premium features.
Is Public regulated?
Yes, Public is regulated by the SEC and FINRA, and is a member of SIPC protecting securities up to $500,000.
Can I buy Treasury bonds on Public?
Yes, Public is one of the few retail brokers offering direct access to US Treasury bonds, allowing you to buy T-bills and T-notes.
Does Public offer options trading?
Yes, Public offers options trading with a unique rebate model: $0.06–$0.18 per contract on stock and index options. Multi-leg strategies (up to 4-leg) are supported.
What is Public's tipping model?
Public allows users to leave optional tips to support the platform instead of using payment for order flow. This is voluntary and helps maintain the no-PFOF model.
Can I see what others are investing in?
Yes, Public has social features that let you follow other investors, see their portfolios (if shared), and join discussions about stocks and market trends.
Does Public offer fractional shares?
Yes, Public offers fractional shares, allowing you to invest any dollar amount in stocks and ETFs regardless of the share price.

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