MetaTrader 4
If you're looking to trade foreign currencies, the MetaTrader 4 platform is the perfect choice for you. With its advanced Forex trading platform, you can access a range of technical analysis tools, currency trading software, and algorithmic trading software to help you make informed trading decisions.
Get started with MT4
To get started, download the MT4 platform for Android, iOS, MacOS or Windows. Once downloaded, open the software and follow the instructions to create an account. You can then start trading with real or virtual money.
MT4 Resources
Choosing an MT4 broker doesn’t have to be complicated—this guide breaks down all the essentials, from platform stability to trading tools, to help you make a confident decision. With options like Pepperstone's low-latency, transparent fees, and advanced resources, you're set to kick off a seamless MT4 trading experience.
Why choose MetaTrader 4?
MetaTrader 4 (MT4) is one of the world's most popular trading platforms for Forex and CFD traders.
It offers a wide range of features, including advanced charting tools, interactive charts, automated trading systems (Expert Advisors), copy trading, custom indicators, algorithmic trading, scripts, and more.
With MT4, you can access the markets from anywhere in the world from your desktop or mobile device.
You can also trade on multiple devices at once, allowing you to monitor your positions and manage your trades from any location.
MT4 is designed to be a user-friendly and intuitive online trading platform. Its interface is easy to navigate and it provides a range of helpful features such as one-click trading, real-time quotes and news feeds, technical analysis tools, customizable charts and indicators, and much more.
It also has a built-in programming language called MQL4 which allows users to create their own Expert Advisors or customize existing ones. The algorithmic trading software available on MT4 enables traders to create and run automated trading strategies based on their own trading algorithms.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced trader, MetaTrader 4 provides everything you need to start trading in the financial markets. The technical analysis tool suite available on MT4 includes a wide range of indicators and charting tools to help traders identify trends and patterns in the market.
With its powerful features and intuitive design, MT4 makes it easy for anyone to get started with online trading. The currency trading software available on the platform allows traders to trade a wide range of FX currency pairs with competitive spreads and fast execution times, making it a popular choice for Forex traders around the world.
Customise the platform to the way you trade
Build and run your EAs using MetaQuotes Language 4 (MQL4)
Identify statistically significant market movements with Autochartist
Access 28 indicators and EAs with our Smart Trader Tools
Choose from thousands of other online tools to plug into MT4
85 pre-installed indicators available on the desktop app for greater insight into market trends
Backtesting capability for more robust Expert Advisors
Automated trading allowing you to trade the markets 24/5 without any intervention
Learn how to use MT4
If you'd like to learn more about installing, getting started and placing trades on MT4, simply download the following guides or visit our MetaTrader 4 course.
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Compare our platforms
| TradingView | MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 | cTrader | Pepperstone | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desktop platforms | Windows, Mac OS, Linux | Windows | Windows | Windows | No |
| Browser version | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Android support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| iOS support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
1350+ trading instruments available | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Expert advisors | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Automated trading support via API | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Strategy backtesting | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Customisable charting and indicators | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Adjustable session times | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Depth of market functionality | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Advanced take-profit/stop-loss levels | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Access to historical data | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Detachable charts for multiple monitors | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes (Webtrader only) |
| Cloud-hosted profiles, configurations and passwords | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Trade Share CFDs | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |