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When you trade FX you do so with leverage - meaning you can win, or lose, a significant amount more than your inital deposit - called your margin. Though not actually a cost to you, the margin you pay makes a big difference to the affordability of your forex trade.

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Harness volatility in the world's most-traded financial market with a top in class forex broker 1 on an award-winning trading platform. 2

Forex trading involves risk. Losses can exceed deposits.

Call 1 844 IG USA FX or email newaccounts.Us@ig.Com to talk about opening a trading account.

We’re here 24 hours a day, from 3am saturday to 5 pm friday (EST).

Why trade forex with IG?

Get an edge with our award-winning platform 2 designed to be with you wherever you are. Our platform is web-based platform and available in app stores for mobile devices.

Stay aware of market movements with customizable alerts on IG's platform.

Get friendly, expert support 24 hours a day, except between 5 pm friday - 3 am saturday (EST).

Identify FX opportunities on clear, fast charts and deepen your analysis with prorealtime.

Enjoy peace of mind trading forex with an award-winning forex broker. 1

Open an account quickly and easily – you could be set up and trading forex in minutes.

What is forex trading?

Forex trading is the buying and selling of currencies on the foreign exchange market with the aim of making a profit.

Forex is the world's most-traded financial market, with transactions worth trillions of dollars taking place every day.

What are the benefits?

Go long or short

24-hour trading

High liquidity

Constant opportunities

Trade on leverage

Wide range of FX pairs

How do I trade forex?

Decide how you’d like to trade forex

Learn how the forex market works

Open a forex trading account

Build a trading plan

Choose your forex trading platform

Open, monitor and close your first position

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React to opportunity across 80+ FX pairs

Trade wherever you are

Trade on the move with our award-winning apps optimized for your device

A broker with a legacy

Our parent company, IG group has 45 years' experience, we're proud to offer a truly market-leading service

How much does forex trading cost?

Margins:

Spreads:

Your key payment for forex is the the spread - the difference between the buy and the sell price - our charge for executing your trade. We work to keep our spreads among the lowest in the business.

Spot FX	IG min. Spread	IG av. Spread
EUR/USD	0.8	0.9
AUD/USD	1	1.2
USD/JPY	0.8	0.9
EUR/GBP	1	1.3
GBP/USD	1	1.3
EUR/JPY	1.2	1.3
USD/CHF	1.5	1.7

If you hold a position overnight you there will be a funding adjustment applied to your account. Currency conversion fees may also apply.

With our transparent pricing, you can be confident you understand the value of each trade.

Up to 20% lower spreads on EUR/USD vs top two U.S. Brokers 3

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Seize opportunity at your desk or on the go with IG's award-winning platform for desktop and mobile 2 or trade on one third party platforms we offer.

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Discover the IG web trading platform, a clear, smart way to trade forex that’s customizable and requires no downloads.

Build forex trading algorithms that will execute your trades automatically with metatrader 4.

Our mobile apps

Prorealtime

Never miss an opportunity, trade forex on the move with our natively designed IG forex for your device.

Deepen your trading anaylsis with prorealtime's clear, advanced, feast charts.

Find your next opportunity in our huge range of over 80 major, minor and exotic forex pairs - starting from just 0.8 pips

Get the latest forex news

The outlook for EUR/USD is unclear, data suggest

EUR/USD, GBP/USD, and AUD/USD start to roll over from resistance

EUR/USD falters, while GBP/USD rises and USD/JPY downtrend revives

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Zero in on price action with our clean, fast charts, deepen your analysis with autochartist packages.

Mitigate against forex trading risk with our range of stop and limit orders, and keep an eye on forex prices with customizable alerts.

Test your trading strategies with $10,000 in virtual funds by opening an IG demo account.

1 based on IG US's numerous awards including: investopedia's 2019 best brokers awards (determined by award winners, investopedia's team evaluated more than 70 online brokers, considering thousands of variables across trading technology, mobile capabilities, user interfaces, research tools, costs and fees.), awarded best customer service broker, best value for money, and best educational material by investment trends (determinded by overall relationships in investment trends 2019 foreign exchange report) and winner of FX week's e-FX 2019 award for best retail FX platform of the year (A submissions-bassed process awarded by FX week judges, based on demonstrating innovative ideas and implemented in a practical way for solving issues for clients.)

2 winner of FX weeks e-FX 2019 award for best retail FX platform of the year. The FX week e-FX awards is a submissions-based process where companies are invited to enter the judging process. Awards are given by FX week judges, based on demonstrating innovative ideas implemented in a practical way for solving issues for clients.

3 based on minimum spreads advertised on january 28, 2020 . Excludes competitors' commission-based products.

*based on IG group's OTC data from october 2019. 86 million trades places in FY19 with an avaerage execution speed of 0.014 seconds.

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Leveraged trading in foreign currency or off-exchange products on margin carries significant risk and may not be suitable for all investors. We advise you to carefully consider whether trading is appropriate for you based on your personal circumstances. You may lose more than you invest. We recommend that you seek independent advice and ensure you fully understand the risks involved before trading. The information on this website is not directed at residents of countries where its distribution, or use by, any person in any country or jurisdiction where such distribution or use would be contrary to local law or regulation.

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Why are traders choosing FOREX.Com?

No. 1 FX broker in the US*

We have served US traders for over 18 years.

Trade 80+ FX pairs, and gold & silver

Global opportunities 24/5 with flexible trade sizes.

EUR/USD as low as 0.2

Trade your way with flexible pricing options including spread only, spread + fixed commission, or STP pro.

*based on client assets per the 2019 monthly retail forex obligation reports published by the CFTC

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Your FOREX.Com account gives you access to our full suite of downloadable, web, and mobile apps.

Get 20 free, easy to install eas and custom indicators when you open a metatrader live or demo account.

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Save up to 18% with cash rebates as high as $9 per million traded

Interest paid up to 1.5% on your average daily available margin balance

Get guidance and priority support from your dedicated market strategist

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Why you need a forex account to trade

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A foreign exchange account, or forex account, is used to hold and trade foreign currencies. Typically, you open an account, deposit money denominated in your home country currency, and then buy and sell currency pairs.

Your purpose, of course, is to make money on your trades. Unfortunately, the majority of beginning forex traders lose money; they generally spend less than four months reaching the point where they have lost so much that they will close their trading account.

It doesn't mean that the forex market is a scam, as some critics have maintained, but forex scams do abound. Making money on highly leveraged currency trades is harder than it looks and, at a minimum, requires developing expertise that many novice traders fail to acquire.

How you open a forex trading account

The requirements for opening a forex account have become simpler since the growth of online forex trading. Today, opening a forex account is almost as simple as opening a bank account.

First, of course, you'll need to find a forex broker. All retail forex trading goes through and is managed by a brokerage. Some may be specialized forex brokers, or they might be the same brokerage you use for stock market investing and trading.

You'll need to fill out a brief questionnaire about your financial knowledge and trading intentions. You'll also need to provide an ID, and the minimum deposit your forex account institution requires. That's it. You're now free to trade.

Incidentally, many forex brokers will take your credit or debit card in lieu of cash. So, you really don't need to deposit any money at all—not that this is a good idea. If you don't have the cash now, how will you pay for losses later? Credit card debt carries high-interest rates.

Forex brokers

One of the aspects of currency trading that makes it riskier than trading in the stock market is that the entire currency trading industry is either lightly regulated or—as with some trades—not regulated at all. A consequence of that is that unless you look carefully into the reputation of the forex broker you select, you may be defrauded. There are two ways of avoiding this.

The first is to avoid specialized forex traders entirely and to trade with a general stock brokerage active in the U.S. And therefore regulated by the U.S. Securities and exchange commission (SEC).

The other way to avoid inadvertently connecting with a fraudulent broker is to proceed very carefully when considering a specialized forex brokerage. Only open an account with a U.S. Broker with a membership in the national futures association (NFA). Use the NFA's background affiliation information center to verify the brokerage and its compliance record.

Even then, it's a good idea to choose a large, well-known forex broker like forex capital markets (FXCM). FXCM—like almost all of the largest U.S. Forex brokers—offers a free practice account where you can try out potential trades without risking your capital. Some other well-known U.S. Forex brokers are citifx PRO, an affiliate of citibank, and thinkorswim. Don't be put off by the cute name, thinkorswim is a division of tdameritrade.

Before finalizing your search, compare commission rates between brokers. Transaction costs are an important factor in the profitability of trading activity.

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Diversification does not eliminate the risk of experiencing investment losses.

Forex trading involves leverage, carries a high level of risk and is not suitable for all investors. Please read the NFA booklet: what investors need to know prior to trading forex products

Forex accounts are not protected by the securities investor protection corporation (SIPC).

Forex trading services provided by TD ameritrade futures & forex LLC. Trading privileges subject to review and approval. Not all clients will qualify. Forex accounts are not available to residents of ohio or arizona.

Forex trading exposes you to risk including, but not limited to, market volatility, volume, congestion, and system or component failures which may delay account access and forex trade executions. Prices can change quickly and there is no guarantee that the execution price of your order will be at or near the quote displayed at order entry. Delays in account access and execution at a different price is more likely to occur in conditions such as a fast-moving market, at market open or close, or due to the size and type of order.

The forex market is open from 5:00 p.M. To 4:00 p.M. Daily, sunday through friday. Beginning at 5:00 p.M., forex pairs may be opened at various intervals to ensure market liquidity. As part of routine daily maintenance, generally conducted between 12:00 a.M. – 2:00 a.M. And lasting approximately 2 minutes, the trading platform may not be available. Times referenced are central standard time or central daylight time, whichever is in effect. TD ameritrade futures & forex LLC utilizes JP morgan chase bank N.A. As its forex prime broker. Liquidity providers are JP morgan, citadel securities, XTX markets, HC technologies, and virtu financial.

Additional forex execution data is available by request. You may request transaction data for up to 15 trades that occur in the same currency pair immediately before and after your trade. The information provided in the transaction data includes execution date, time, side, quantity, currency pair, and price. To submit your request, please contact a TD ameritrade forex specialist at 866-839-1100.

*backtesting is the evaluation of a particular trading strategy using historical data. Results presented are hypothetical, they did not actually occur and they may not take into consideration all transaction fees or taxes you would incur in an actual transaction. And just as past performance of a security does not guarantee future results, past performance of a strategy does not guarantee the strategy will be successful in the future. Results could vary significantly, and losses could result.

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Top 10 unlimited forex demo account for 2021

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When you decide to begin in the world of forex, demo trading accounts are an important first step that you may decide to take when trying to choose from some of the best forex brokers around.

Starting out with a demo trading account is not just for beginners though, this is something you can use as an experienced trader to get to know more about almost any broker, how they operate, and the trading platforms that they offer.

Throughout this article, we will explain what are the forex brokers where you can get the best demo account with NO time limitation and how you can get the most out of your demo trading account with all of the top forex trading brokers in the industry.

What’s a demo account?

If you are not already aware, demo trading accounts are offered by almost all of the top forex brokers. This is a risk free way in which you can learn more about every broker as a forex trader or if you are involved in CFD trading.

These accounts are offered on a trial basis typically with an amount of virtual money that you can risk. This prevents you from possibly losing your own money while you get to know the trading platform of each broker in more detail. These demo trading account trial periods may be limited in terms of the duration you can use them, or they may also be unlimited. This decision is up to the particular forex broker.

As well as risk free trading in which you cannot lose your money, it is also a chance to find out more about the regulation of online trading under each authority and within the cfd trading or forex broker. This can be helpful in knowing what kind of leverage is available as well as other things such as how account types and funding methods work.

Within this top 10 demo trading account piece, we have collected a range of top brokers who offer demo trading accounts which do not expire, and who also provide access to a large selection of account types for you to choose from as well as trading platforms like the well-known MT4.

This, along with dealing in a range of assets and CFD trading in the likes of cryptocurrency and even copy trading demo accounts, can really help you to better understand the industry as a forex trader and the direction you would like to take.

Top10 unlimited forex demo accounts

The following are 10 of the best brokers offering exceptional unlimited demo trading accounts that we have reviewed and feel would be the best choice in your search for a well authorized and regulated broker.

1. XTB

Looking at XTB, the broker offers both standard and pro accounts for you to choose from as a trader. Both of these account types do come with a demo trading account also available. This demo trading account unlike some others, does not expire. With that said, it may be closed if you have not trading in a 30 day period.

Often, you go to as a trader is currency trading and the ability to trade in one top currency pair or another. In this respect, the XTB broker offers a choice of more than 45 forex pairs across both of these XTB account types.

The XTB spreads are also highly competitive starting from just 0.1pips on some major pairs. If you are more into CFD trading, then you can also sample this within the XTB demo trading account at no risk to your real money whatsoever.

There are more than 100 cfds to choose from in various categories such as indices, commodities, futures, etfs, and a selection of 25 cryptocurrencies to choose from. An XTB broker review will show that they apply a 0.08% fixed commission to every trade and then a possible $3.50 per lot traded commission which depends on the account type you select.

When it comes to trading platforms you can try out and that are available as part of your demo trading account, XTB offers MT4 and xstation. Finally, in terms of fees, the broker does offer some rollover-free accounts although not in every country so you should check with their support team particularly if you are a islamic forex trader.

With XTB you also have the chance to further your development by taking advantage of a strong educational infrastructure through videos, tutorials, webinars, and more to help you grow as a top forex trader.

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Diversification does not eliminate the risk of experiencing investment losses.

Forex trading involves leverage, carries a high level of risk and is not suitable for all investors. Please read the NFA booklet: what investors need to know prior to trading forex products

Forex accounts are not protected by the securities investor protection corporation (SIPC).

How do you fund a forex account?

The forex (FX) market is where currencies from around the world are traded. A foreign exchange account is typically what is used to trade and hold foreign currencies online. Using these accounts is easier than it has ever been in the past. Typically, you will just need to open a new account, deposit the amount of money you choose in your country’s currency, and then you are free to sell and buy currency pairs as you see fit.

Key takeaways

Forex accounts are used to hold and trade foreign currencies.

It is easier than ever for individuals to participate in forex trading, due to the development of margin accounts and electronic trading.

You can invest in forex with as little as $1,000.

The biggest difference between trading equities and trading on forex is the amount of leverage required.

Forex accounts can be funded by credit card, wire transfer, personal check, or bank check.

In the past, currency trading was limited to certain individuals and institutions. That's because the funds required to play were significantly higher than for any other investment instrument. However, with the development of electronic trading networks and margin accounts, requirements have changed. Although nearly 75% of forex trading is still done by large banks and financial institutions, individuals are now able to invest in forex with as little as $1,000—thanks in large part to the use of leverage. Despite these changes, making high returns on highly-leveraged currency trades can be difficult, and will require a good amount of patience and skill.

How forex trading works

By using a margin account, investors essentially borrow money from their brokers. Of course, margin accounts can also be used by investors to trade in equity securities. The main difference between trading equities and trading forex on margin is the degree of leverage that is provided.

For equity securities, brokers usually offer a 2:1 leverage to investors. On the other hand, forex traders are offered between 50:1 and 200:1 leverage. This means that traders need to deposit between $250 and $2,000 to trade positions of $50,000 to $100,000.

Learning the ins and outs of investing in a market that contains foreign currencies can be a useful skill to develop in today’s hyper-connected world.

How to fund a forex account

Forex traders are usually given several options when deciding how they will deposit funds into trading accounts. Credit card deposits have by far become the easiest way. Since the development of online payment services, digital credit card payouts have become increasingly efficient and secure. Investors can simply log in to their respective forex accounts, type in their credit card information and the funds will be posted in about one business day.

Investors can also transfer funds into their trading accounts from an existing bank account or send the funds through a wire transfer or online check. When choosing to perform a wire transfer, keep in mind that most banks will charge about $30 per wire, and there may be a delay of two to three days before the amount will show in the recipient’s account for the first transfer performed.

Traders are also usually able to write a personal check or a bank check directly to their forex brokers. The only problem with using these other methods is the amount of time that is needed to process the payments. For example, paper checks can be held for up to 10 business days (depending on the individual’s bank and the state) before being added to a trading account.

Best managed forex accounts

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Want to jump straight to the answer? The best forex broker for most people is definitely FOREX.Com

Some knowledge of the forex market’s intricacies is necessary before you can successfully operate as a trader.

Even with the best forex broker for beginners and access to the best forex trading courses, it could take an extended period of time of study and preparation to develop a viable and consistently profitable trading strategy.

You can participate in the forex market without actively trading by funding a managed forex account, similar to how you might invest in mutual funds to gain access to the stock market.

A managed forex account allows you to indirectly take part in the forex market by employing market professionals to trade your money for you.

Best managed forex accounts:

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What’s a managed forex account?

Unlike a regular forex trading account, where you make all the trading decisions and actively buy and sell currency pairs, a managed forex account consists of a trading account where a trader or money manager trades on your behalf.

This type of account has higher costs and fees than a standard forex trading account and requires a higher minimum deposit in most cases.

A money manager deals with market logistics very similarly in a forex managed account compared to traditional equity and bond investment accounts. Nevertheless, the account remains completely under your control, and the money manager’s only access to your account is the ability to trade in it.

The money manager cannot make deposits or withdraw funds from the account. Remember, making a profit in a managed account is not guaranteed due to the volatility in the forex market, so all managed accounts should provide a disclaimer stating that you can lose money.

Most clients give their money manager complete control over transactions made in their managed forex account, although you can often instruct the money manager on the strategies and trading signals you would like them to consider as they trade on your behalf. This effectively takes you out of the trading picture so you can avoid the emotions and psychological issues that accompany winning and losing trades.

Remember, not all forex brokers are created equal, so carefully consider your needs and broker features before you open an account. Furthermore, if you wish to have someone else manage your forex trading account, be sure they have adequate training and infrastructure at their disposal as well as a respectable track record as a trader.

Keep in mind that once you open a managed account, account managers will generally have minimum time and deposit requirements and sometimes charge penalties for early fund withdrawal. Minimum deposits for these accounts can also be considerably higher than for a standard forex account.

Is a managed forex account right for me?

How involved do you want to be in the forex market? If you want full personal involvement and complete control over your forex positions and capital, then a managed account might not be for you.

On the other hand, if you prefer to have a professional trade for you and risk your money according to their established trading methods and/or software, then a managed forex account may be best. When you open your managed account, the trader you hire should screen you to determine your risk tolerance level and take note of specific strategy instructions you may have.

Managed forex accounts are great for you if…

Many people simply don’t have the time, experience or disposition to trade in the forex market. Paying attention is a full-time commitment, but career or family obligations can distract and divert your attention. A managed forex account gives you the freedom to pursue other activities that you otherwise might not be able to.

Prefer to let someone else do the trading

If you have ever traded in the forex market, you have an idea of the directional uncertainty most traders suffer and the notable volatility currency pairs can exhibit. Know your limitations if you have a problem taking losses and opt to employ a trading professional instead.

Don’t have the psychological make-up of a trader

Some people lack the psychological personality types best suited for trading. For example, if you can never admit when you’re wrong, holding onto a losing position could wipe out your entire trading account. Another example would be a predisposition to overtrading because you find trading exciting. However, trading excess can also take its toll financially, physically and mentally. Rather than risk trading yourself, you may want to find a good account manager.

They might not be a fit if…

If you have trading experience and prefer to stay in complete control of your trading account and the allocation of your assets, then you would probably not be happy with a managed forex account.

You lack enough risk capital

Minimum deposits for a pooled managed account usually start at $2,000 and individually-managed accounts start with a $10,000 deposit. This could deter some traders from opting for a managed account.

You don’t want to go through the process required for opening a managed forex account

Getting a decent account manager requires some research and considerably more paperwork than trading your own account. It also involves signing a limited power of attorney agreement (LPOA) that is a legal document and shows that you have authorized the account manager to trade on your behalf.

Keep in mind that you can still lose money in a managed account, depending on the money manager, risk level, market activity and other conditions of your agreement. You should, therefore, check track records and testimonials for any account managers you consider and make sure that they have a good reputation within the trading community.

Features of a great managed forex account

A great managed forex trading account will show consistent overall profitability, as well as a low maximum drawdown level. The maximum drawdown level indicates the maximum loss of capital experienced in the trading account from its peak over the history of the account.

The maximum drawdown formula

(equity high net value – equity low net value) / equity high net value

As an example of maximum drawdown, let’s assume you begin your account with $10,000, which then increases to $20,000, decreases to $9,000, increases to $21,000, falls to $6,000 and then increases to $22,000.

In this case, the equity high net value would be $22,000, while the equity low net value would be $6,000. This would give you a maximum drawdown of: ($22,000 – $6,000) / $22,000 = 72%, which would be considered high. The wide swings in the account’s value reflect the high maximum drawdown and suggest a risky investment.

The lower the maximum drawdown over time, the less risk the funds in the account have been exposed to. When you consider different account managers, the maximum drawdown level of the account statements they provide as evidence of their track record carries considerable weight.

Ideally, a time frame of three to five years for an account under management would give you a clear indication of the managed account’s maximum drawdown.

Other features of managed accounts

What kind of return on investment (ROI) can you expect on your money?

The type of managed account model to be used:
- Percentage allocation management module (PAMM),
- Lot allocation management module (LAMM), or
- Multi-account management module (MAMM)

The type of trading and trading system the manager employs

Are derivatives part of the trading strategy?

Which type of signal or automated trading software will be used, if any, and what risk parameters does the software employ?

The way to find the best forex broker for managed accounts is to find an account manager you want to work with and then ask them which well-regulated broker he prefers to use.

If you already have a broker in mind, he may even have account managers they can recommend. Look over the account management agreement, past account statements showing an acceptable performance and the manager’s prospectus for their managed accounts, if any.

Get a sense of minimum deposit, drawdown policy, withdrawal limitations and penalties, profit-sharing parameters and risk levels for their different managed accounts. A prospectus should also include contact and background information for the manager who oversees your account.

The best forex brokers with managed accounts

To keep your money safe, decide on an established forex broker to open a managed forex account and look for an individual account manager or group you feel is qualified to trade your account.

The brokers listed below all permit managed accounts, though doing your own research makes sense if you want to get a good return from their manager’s activities.

Based in cyprus, FXTM is regulated by the cyprus securities and exchange commission (cysec), the U.K. Financial conduct authority (FCA) and the international financial services commission (IFSC) in belize. FXTM offers clients a PAMM managed account and also offers copy trading.

Hotforex

Headquartered in mauritius, hotforex is regulated by cysec, the FCA, the south african financial conduct services authority (FSCA) and the dubai financial services authority. Hotforex offers clients a PAMM account with a search engine to customize your managed accounts’ performance by filtering strategies, current ranking, PAMM strategy name, maximum drawdown and minimum deposit.

Alpari international

One of the largest brands in the industry, mauritius-based alpari has oversight from cysec and the belize international financial services commission.

This broker has over 20 years of experience and offers a long list of PAMM accounts that you can choose from. Alpari’s list of PAMM accounts has both conservative and aggressive account managers and includes both maximum drawdown and capitalization information for each manager.

Final thoughts

If you want to participate and make money in the forex market but you don’t want to trade yourself, then a managed forex account could be a perfect fit.

Keep in mind that, in addition to significantly higher minimum deposit requirements, you can be charged anywhere from 15% to 40% (or more) of your profits. You may also have to pay brokerage and additional manager fees, depending on the account specifics.

On the other hand, if you lack sufficient risk capital for a managed account or prefer to trade your own money, then you may be better off trading in a regular forex trading account, especially if you already have a viable trading strategy.

In addition to privacy, trading in a standard forex account gives you much more flexibility and has significantly lower costs than a managed forex account.

Demo account

What is the difference between a demo account and a live trading account?

The primary difference between a demo account and a live trading account is that there is no capital at risk when trading in a FOREX.Com demo account.

FOREX.Com’s demo/practice account is a core element of our educational effort. A practice account is intended to familiarize you with the tools and features of FOREX.Com's trading platforms and to facilitate the testing of forex trading strategies in a risk-free environment using virtual funds.

Results achieved on the FOREX.Com practice account are hypothetical and no representation is made that any account will or is likely to achieve actual profits or losses similar to those achieved in the practice account. Conditions in the practice account cannot always reasonably reflect all of the market conditions that may affect pricing, execution and margin requirements in a live trading environment. Margin and leverage settings by product and account may vary from time to time between your practice account and a live account due to live account settings changes imposed by FOREX.Com resulting from market volatility and other factors. Rollover/financing charges are not simulated in the demo environments. The pricing available in the demo environment is the same pricing available to FOREX.Com account holders. Pricing for managed accounts and accounts referred by an introducing broker may differ.

How long does a demo account last?

Demo accounts last for 30 days after sign up. Afterward, you will not be able to log in using the demo account credentials.

Can I renew my demo account?

Demo accounts last for 30 days after sign up. Afterward, you will not be able to log in using the demo account credentials. Demo renewals are not available at this time. If you have further questions, please contact us.

Can I open multiple demos?

You can only open one demo account of each type (i.E. FOREX.Com platforms or metatrader) per email address.

I forgot my demo username or password. How do I retrieve them?

If you forgot your username, please contact us for assistance. If you forgot your password, please click here to reset your password.

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