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Comprehensive Guide to Trading Account Types

Trading accounts are essential tools for accessing financial markets through our supported platforms. You can create multiple trading accounts in your Client Portal based on your preferred trading platform (MetaTrader 4 or MetaTrader 5) and desired trading conditions.

FXTRADING.com offers a variety of trading account types tailored to meet the needs of different traders, ensuring flexibility and suitability for diverse trading strategies and experience levels.

Available Account Types at FXTRADING.com

Each account type is designed to cater to specific trading preferences and experience levels, providing traders with options that align with their goals.

Standard Account

Perfect for beginners, the Standard account offers comprehensive trading conditions with accessibility as its core feature. It provides access to over 500 trading instruments with slightly wider spreads instead of commissions.

Key Features:

  • Minimum deposit: only $50 USD

  • Stable spreads with no trading commissions

  • Access to 500+ trading instruments including forex, commodities, cryptocurrencies, indices, stocks, and energies

  • Market execution with no requotes

Technical Specifications:

  • Leverage: 1:2000

  • Spread: From 0.2 pips

  • Account suffix: .sd

  • Hedged margin: 0%

  • Margin call: 100%

  • Stop out: 50%

  • Position size: 0.01-200 lots

  • Maximum open orders: 200 (both MT4 and MT5, real and demo)

  • Available currencies: USD, AUD, CAD, EUR, GBP, HKD, JPY, SGD

Standard Pro Account

Designed for traders seeking better pricing without additional fees, this account accommodates strategies that benefit from higher markups. With a minimum deposit of $100 USD, it offers comprehensive trading conditions across a full range of instruments.

Key Features:

  • Minimum deposit: $100 USD

  • Stable spreads with no trading commissions

  • Access to 500+ trading instruments

  • Market execution with no requotes

Technical Specifications:

  • Leverage: 1:2000

  • Spread: From 0.1 pips

  • Account suffix: .sd

  • Maximum position volume: 200 lots

  • Stop out: 50%

  • Available currencies: USD, AUD, CAD, EUR, GBP, HKD, JPY, SGD

Standard Plus Account

Tailored for experienced traders with larger capital, the Standard Plus account provides stable trading conditions across a comprehensive range of instruments without commission fees.

Key Features:

  • Minimum deposit: $100 USD

  • Stable spreads with no trading commissions

  • Access to 500+ trading instruments

  • Market execution with no requotes

Technical Specifications:

  • Leverage: 1:2000

  • Spread: From 0.3 pips

  • Account suffix: .sd

  • Position size: 0.01-200 lots

  • Stop out: 50%

  • Available currencies: USD, AUD, CAD, EUR, GBP, HKD, JPY, SGD

Zero Account

Ideal for active day traders and scalpers, this account features zero-pip spreads and fast execution to minimize trading costs. Its low latency supports high-frequency strategies and is suitable for institutional trading with algorithmic support. In certain cases, such as during an open registration or experience mode, traders may be able to start trading with a smaller deposit. However, this does not alter the standard pricing or commission structure.

This account is particularly advantageous for algorithmic trading due to its low latency and cost efficiency.

Key Features:

  • Minimum deposit: $3000 USD

  • Commission from $0.40 per lot per side

  • Commission rates are fixed per lot per side and remain constant regardless of the deposit amount.

  • Access to 500+ trading instruments

  • Market execution with no requotes

Technical Specifications:

  • Leverage: 1:2000

  • Spread: From 0.0 pips

  • Account suffix: .pr

  • Maximum position volume: 200 lots

  • Stop out: 50%

  • Available currencies: USD, AUD, CAD, EUR, GBP, HKD, JPY, SGD By understanding these requirements and fee structures, traders can better plan their activities on the Zero Spread account.

Raw Spread Account

Perfect for cost-conscious traders who prefer tight spreads with fixed commissions for transparent cost calculation. Suitable for traders with lower capital, offering competitive cost structure and flexible leverage.

Key Features:

  • Minimum deposit: $50 USD

  • Commission from $3.5 per side, per lot

  • Access to 500+ trading instruments

  • Market execution with no requotes

Technical Specifications:

  • Leverage: 1:2000

  • Spread: From 0.1 pips

  • Account suffix: .pro

  • Position size: 0.01-200 lots

  • Stop out: 50%

  • Available currencies: USD, AUD, CAD, EUR, GBP, HKD, JPY, SGD

For assistance with selecting the most suitable account type for your trading needs, please submit a ticket through our Service Hub, contact us via Live Chat, or email [email protected]

Platform Compatibility and Choosing the Right Account

All trading accounts created through the FXTRADING.com Client Portal, including Standard Pro and Standard Plus accounts, can be accessed using the same MetaTrader platform installation. Ensure you select the correct server and use the specific credentials for each account. When selecting an account, consider the following:

  1. Experience Level:

    • Beginners may prefer the Standard account for its simplicity and lower entry requirements.

    • Experienced traders might opt for Pro, Zero, or Raw accounts for tighter spreads and advanced features.

  2. Trading Strategy:

    • High-frequency and algorithmic traders should consider the Zero account for its cost efficiency and execution quality.

    • Casual or smaller-volume traders may find the Standard account more suitable.

  3. Budget:

    • The minimum deposit varies significantly across accounts, from $50 for the Standard account to $3,000 for the Zero account. Choose an account that aligns with your financial capacity.

By understanding the features and requirements of each account type, you can make an informed decision that aligns with your trading goals and preferences.

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