Connect to IEX Exchange Directly

What does it cost to connect to IEX Exchange?

IEX Exchange offers physical connectivity with its Primary Data Center for $4000 per month (which includes a free connection to IEX’s Disaster Recovery Center and IEX’s Testing Facility), and charges $250 per month for each extra port after a user’s first five ports.

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How can Member firms or Exchange Data Recipients connect to IEX Exchange?

Members can connect to the Exchange via cross-connect to the point of presence (POP) located in Equinix NY5. Alternatively, Members can partner with a recognized software technology provider or an approved third-party partner to establish connectivity to IEX Exchange. To learn more about connecting to IEX Exchange, please review the Connectivity Manual and contact Market Operations.

Connectivity Materials

Setting up a direct cross-connection:

• IEX Connectivity Services Agreement and Forms
• ~Physical Connectivity Order Form (embedded in Agreement above, required per cross-connection)
• ~Previous IEX Connectivity Services Agreement and Forms (effective prior to January 3, 2022)

For order entry:

• Equities Port Request Form

Connecting through an approved Service Bureau:

• Service Bureau Authorization Form

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Does IEX Exchange support sponsored access relationships?

Yes. The Sponsoring Member must identify the client(s) for which market access is to be provided.

Sponsored Access Materials

A firm seeking to enter into a sponsored access relationship with a Member of the Exchange must complete the following materials:

• Sponsored Access Application
• Sponsored Access Agreement