Trading with MetaTrader 5
MetaTrader 5 is the world's most advanced multi-asset trading platform — offering superior tools for comprehensive market analysis, algorithmic trading, copy trading, and seamless execution across Forex, stocks, and futures.
Why choose MetaTrader 5?
MetaTrader 5 is a multi-asset platform purpose-built for professional traders — combining speed, reliability, and a complete suite of analytical and automated trading tools in one powerful environment.
Multi-Asset Trading
Trade Forex, stocks, futures, and other securities all from a single unified platform with access to the world's largest financial markets.
Advanced Technical Analysis
Over 80 built-in indicators, 44 analytical objects, and 21 timeframes provide a complete professional toolkit for in-depth chart analysis.
Algorithmic Trading
Build, test, and deploy Expert Advisors using the powerful MQL5 language and integrated MetaEditor development environment.
Copy Trading & Signals
Subscribe to signals from successful traders and automatically copy their trades to your account — no manual effort required.
Mobile & Web Access
Trade from anywhere via native iOS and Android apps, or launch the web terminal instantly from any browser — no installation needed.
Bank-Grade Security
All data transfers are fully compressed and encrypted, ensuring your account, funds, and personal information remain fully protected.
Flexible Trading System
MetaTrader 5 delivers a powerful trading system with Market Depth and a separate accounting system for orders and trades. It supports both netting and hedging position accounting systems, giving you complete control over how positions are managed.
Four execution modes — Instant, Request, Market, and Exchange — cater to every trading objective. The platform supports all order types including market, pending, stop orders, and trailing stop.
- 2 types of market orders and 6 types of pending orders
- 2 stop orders and trailing stop functionality
- Traditional netting and hedging position accounting systems
- Full Market Depth visibility and order book access
Professional Technical Analysis
Open up to 100 charts simultaneously across 21 timeframes, with over 80 built-in technical indicators and analytical tools. MetaTrader 5 provides a thorough framework for understanding price dynamics across all instruments.
Beyond the built-in tools, traders can access thousands of free indicators from the MQL5 Code Base, purchase from over 2,500 Market applications, or commission custom indicators through the Freelance service.
- 80+ built-in technical indicators and analytical tools
- 44 analytical objects including Fibonacci, Gann, and Elliott tools
- Up to 100 currency and stock charts open simultaneously
- 21 timeframes ranging from 1 minute to 1 month
Fundamental Analysis
Stay ahead of the markets with integrated fundamental analysis tools built directly into MetaTrader 5. Live financial news from international agencies is broadcast straight into your terminal, keeping you informed of market-moving developments in real time.
The built-in economic calendar tracks macroeconomic indicators across major global economies, helping you assess their impact on currencies, indices, and commodities before making any trading decision.
- Live financial news from global newswires — inside the platform
- Built-in economic calendar with country-specific indicators
- Analyse the impact of economic events on financial instruments
- Make more informed, data-backed trading decisions
Trading Signals & Copy Trading
No time to analyse markets manually? Subscribe to the signal of a successful trader and MetaTrader 5 will automatically replicate all their trades on your account. Choose from hundreds of free and paid signals across demo and live accounts.
Select a signal provider based on your preferred risk level and profitability track record, subscribe in a few clicks, and let the platform trade for you — automatically, around the clock.
- Hundreds of free and paid signal providers available
- Automatic deal copying with adjustable risk settings
- Compatible with both demo and live accounts
- Monitor results or rely entirely on the signal — your choice
Mobile Trading
Full-fledged financial market trading is now possible from the palm of your hand. Install MetaTrader 5 for Android or iOS and access the complete set of trading functions, technical analysis tools, and account management features — anywhere in the world, 24/5.
Mobile apps support the full range of trade orders, 30 technical indicators, 9 timeframes, and push notifications from trading robots, ensuring you never miss a market opportunity on the go.
- Full trading functionality on iOS and Android devices
- 30 technical indicators and 24 analytical objects on mobile
- 3 chart types and 9 timeframes available
- Push notifications, live financial news, alerts, and built-in chat
Web Trading Terminal
The MetaTrader 5 Web Platform is perfect whenever desktop installation is not possible. Trade on Forex and exchange markets directly from any browser on any operating system — Windows, Mac, or Linux. No downloads, no plugins required.
Access the full analytical and trading functionality of MetaTrader 5 instantly on any device from anywhere in the world — all you need is an internet connection.
- Works on any browser and any operating system
- No download or installation required
- Full access to MT5 trading and analysis features
- Connect and start trading in just a couple of clicks
Algorithmic Trading
One of MetaTrader 5's most powerful features is its fully integrated algorithmic trading environment. Expert Advisors (EAs) operate automatically — analysing quotes and executing trades according to your defined strategy without any manual input.
The high-performance MQL5 programming language lets you build sophisticated robots capable of complex calculations. For non-programmers, the MQL5 Wizard provides a visual drag-and-drop EA builder — no coding knowledge required.
- Full MQL5 IDE with MetaEditor built directly into the platform
- Visual EA builder via MQL5 Wizard — no coding required
- Multi-currency strategy tester with historical data backtesting
- Thousands of free EAs and indicators available in the Code Base
MT5 Market & Virtual Hosting
The built-in MetaTrader Market is the world's largest store of trading robots and technical indicators — with thousands of ready-to-use applications available for purchase, rental, or free download. Every product includes a free demo version you can test before buying.
With Virtual Hosting (VPS), your MetaTrader 5 platform and Expert Advisors run 24/7 on a remote server — even when your PC is switched off. Trades execute with minimum latency at all times, ensuring your automated strategies never miss a move.
- Thousands of EAs and indicators in the built-in MT5 Market
- Free trial version available for every Market product
- VPS rental directly from the platform in a few clicks
- Robots and signal subscriptions run 24/7 even with PC off
See MT5 in action
Official screenshots from the MetaTrader 5 platform — loaded directly from metatrader5.com.
Download MetaTrader 5
Get the world's most advanced trading platform on your PC, smartphone, or tablet — or launch the web terminal from your browser. Completely free.
Trade from any device
MetaTrader 5 is available for Windows desktop, as well as iOS and Android mobile devices. The web terminal requires no installation — access your live account from any browser instantly and start trading in seconds.
Test your strategy before going live
The MT5 Strategy Tester validates trading robots against historical exchange rate data before deploying on a live account. Multiple testing modes — including visual mode — help you understand EA behavior and fine-tune parameters for optimal results.
Free demo versions of every Market product can be tested in the Strategy Tester before purchase. Every EA and indicator is fully testable — no commitment required.
Keep your robots running 24/7
Rent a Virtual Private Server (VPS) directly from the MT5 platform and keep your Expert Advisors and signal subscriptions active around the clock — even when your PC is switched off. Trades execute with minimum delay at all times.
Virtualize your platform in a few clicks and ensure your automated strategies never miss a market opportunity due to downtime or connectivity issues.
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* MetaTrader 5 is a product of MetaQuotes Ltd. Absel Markets is an authorized broker on the MT5 platform.