Getting to Know MetaTrader
MetaTrader, developed by MetaQuotes, is the trading platform used by millions of traders worldwide to analyse markets, place orders and run automated strategies.
DeltaFX offers both MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 on Windows, Mac, Android, iOS and the web, with the same account and execution conditions across every device.
MetaTrader 4 is known for its simplicity and its large library of custom indicators and Expert Advisors. MetaTrader 5 is the newer generation, with more timeframes, more order types, a built-in economic calendar and support for more asset classes.
- Advanced charting with built-in indicators
- One-click trading and full order management
- Automated trading with Expert Advisors
- Available on desktop, web and mobile
What You Can Do on MetaTrader
The core features you will use every day, from first chart to automated strategy.
Analysis
Charts & Timeframes
View bar, candlestick or line charts on multiple timeframes and switch between them in a click.
Tools
Indicators & Objects
Apply built-in indicators, draw trendlines, channels and Fibonacci levels, and save your layout as a template.
Execution
Order Types
Place market orders or pending orders such as Buy Limit, Sell Limit, Buy Stop and Sell Stop, with stop-loss and take-profit attached.
Automation
Expert Advisors
Run automated strategies written in MQL4 or MQL5, and test them on historical data with the Strategy Tester.
Monitoring
Account & History
Track balance, equity, margin and open positions in real time, and export your trading history for review.
Mobility
Mobile & Web Trading
Manage positions and receive alerts from your phone, or trade directly in the browser without installing anything.
MetaTrader 4 vs MetaTrader 5
Both platforms are available with DeltaFX. Choose the one that fits your trading style.
| Feature | MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Timeframes | 9 | 21 |
| Pending order types | 4 | 6 (adds Buy/Sell Stop Limit) |
| Built-in indicators | 30 | 38 |
| Programming language | MQL4 | MQL5 |
| Economic calendar | Not built in | Built in |
| Depth of Market | No | Yes |
| Best for | Simplicity and a large EA library | Multi-asset trading and advanced tools |
Start Trading on MetaTrader
From download to your first trade in four steps.
- 01
Open your DeltaFX account
Register and choose MetaTrader 4 or MetaTrader 5 as your platform. Your login details will be sent to you.
- 02
Download the platform
Install MetaTrader on Windows, Mac, Android or iOS, or open the web terminal in your browser.
- 03
Log in to the DeltaFX server
Go to File › Login to Trade Account, enter your account number and password, and select the server shown in your welcome email.
- 04
Place your first order
Open a chart, press New Order, choose your volume, set stop-loss and take-profit, and confirm the trade.
If you rely on a specific Expert Advisor or indicator built for MT4, MetaTrader 4 is the natural choice. For more timeframes, more order types and a built-in economic calendar, choose MetaTrader 5.
No. MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 accounts are separate, so you open an account for the platform you want to use. You can hold accounts on both.
Yes. You can install EAs and custom indicators by placing them in the platform’s data folder or downloading them from the built-in Market.
Make sure you selected the correct DeltaFX server and that you are using the trading password, not the investor (read-only) password. If the problem continues, contact our 24/7 support team.
DownloadMetaTrader
Install MetaTrader 4 or MetaTrader 5 and start trading with powerful tools, real-time data and fast execution.
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