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Getting Started

Quick Start

The fastest way to get the current app running without touching code files.

Follow these in order. For most users, this is the entire setup.

1

Sign in and activate your plan

2 min
Create your dashboard account
Open Billing and activate your trial or subscription
Copy your license key from Billing or Download
2

Prepare MetaTrader 5

2 min
Install MT5 from your broker
Log in to the trading account you want to use
Keep MT5 open on the Windows machine
3

Start the Windows bot package

2 min
Download and unzip the bot package
Double-click start-bot.bat
If prompted, paste your license key into the bot console
4

Save your MT5 credentials from the dashboard

1 min
Open the Setup Wizard or Accounts page
Enter login, password, and server
Click Test & Save Credentials
5

Use the app day to day

Use Bot to start or stop trading and choose strategy mode
Use Settings for risk limits and Telegram alerts
Use Dashboard and Accounts to monitor balances, positions, and sync status

Note: If you see a503on the credentials endpoint, the dashboard cannot reach your local bot API yet. Start the bot package, wait a few seconds, and refresh.

What to Expect After Setup

ImmediatelyConnectedThe bot can authenticate, read your settings, and connect to MT5.
Before sessionWaitingThe bot may say it is outside session or waiting for valid conditions.
During sessionScanningIt evaluates pairs, filters, risk gates, and strategy rules before entering.
After a tradeManagedOpen positions are monitored for breakeven, partial close, trailing stop, timeout, and exits.

Tip: Keep the first week simple: use a demo account, leave strategy on Auto, use a small set of major pairs, and review the Dashboard and Accounts pages every day.