When using the copy trading system in our Client Portal(https://fxtrading.com/en/trading-platform/), it's important to understand the potential delays between a lead trader's execution and the replication for copy traders. Here's what you can expect:
For Small-Scale Copy Trading (20 followers or fewer):
- Typical execution: Same second or within 1 second
- Occasional delays: 2-5 seconds (e.g., when a master trader opens 5+ deals simultaneously using an EA)
Acceptable Delay Ranges:
- 0-1 second: Optimal performance
- 1-2 seconds: Acceptable during calm market conditions
- 0-5 seconds: Possible during high-volatility news events
For Large-Scale Copy Trading (50+ followers):
- Expected speed: Approximately 100 trades per second
- MT5 performance: Potential for 500+ trades/second
- MT4 performance: Potential for 300+ trades/2 seconds
When to Seek Assistance:
- Consistent delays beyond 1 second for small-scale copying
- 35-50+ active followers: Monitor daily performance
- 100+ followers: Optimization may be necessary if stable 2-second delays occur
Remember, millisecond-level precision isn't visible, and various factors can influence execution speed. If you notice persistent delays outside these ranges, please contact our support team for further investigation.