cTrader

ctrader.com · checked 13 Nov 2026

#6 · Trading Platforms

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How it plugs in

—Public API

NoOpen source

YesFree tier

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cTrader is a trading platform for FX/CFD with tools for trading, charting and technical analysis.

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Runs on

Web
Windows
Mac
Linux
iOS
Android

Facts

Website: ctrader.com
Price: Free tier
Free trial: Not stated
Algo development: Users can create cBots in C# or Python, while developing new algos is limited to cTrader Windows.
Algo trading: The platform includes cTrader Algo with backtesting and optimisation tools.
API connectivity: Open API connections can use TCP or WebSocket; TCP clients must use SSL.
API limits: Open API rate limits are 50 non-historical or 5 historical data requests per second per connection.
Availability limitation: cTrader Ltd states that its services are unavailable to US citizens or residents.
Broker requirement: To trade using cTrader apps, users need a trading account with a cTrader-affiliated broker.
Copy trading: cTrader Copy is a built-in application for copying trading strategies or offering a strategy to others.
Desktop and web: The download page lists cTrader Web, Windows and Mac versions; Windows and Mac include Trade and Algo.
External integrations: Open API lets developers build applications connected to cTrader's backend and supports real-time market data and trading operations.
Maker and history: Spotware says it was established in 2010 in Limassol, Cyprus.
Mobile: The download page lists cTrader Android and iOS apps, each including Trade.
Mobile requirements: The mobile installation guide lists iOS 15 and Android 10 as minimum versions.

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