Versatile trading functions
Supports all order types, market depth, netting and hedging position modes—meeting professional trading needs across forex, stocks, futures, and more.
MT5 is a full-featured trading platform built for users who need professional chart analysis, fast order execution, and multi-market monitoring.
- Professional chart analysis
- Fast order execution
- Multi-market monitoring
Choose your device and download MetaTrader 5
Trading features
A complete toolkit for forex and exchange traders
MetaTrader 5 delivers advanced trading capabilities, diverse technical analysis tools, copy trading, and EA automated strategies—covering the full workflow from market analysis to strategy execution.
Copy trading & EA automation
Subscribe to professional trader signals for copy trading, or use MQL5 to build and run Expert Advisors (EAs) with the Strategy Tester for backtesting and optimization.
MQL5 & MetaTrader Market
Buy or rent trading robots, indicators, and scripts in the MetaTrader Market; the MQL5 community provides ongoing Code Base resources and development support.
Core features
Professional analysis tools & a complete trading ecosystem
21 timeframes, 80+ built-in technical indicators and analysis tools, financial news and economic calendar, plus MQL5 development and the MetaTrader Market.
- 21 timeframes & 80+ indicators
- Multi-chart analysis and depth-of-market history for multi-timeframe trend research.
- Market depth (DOM)
- When supported by your broker, view bid/ask structure and liquidity changes to help time entries.
- Financial news & economic calendar
- Track major macro data release times to plan market observation and trading schedules.
- All order types
- Market, limit, and stop orders with stop loss and take profit; supports netting and hedging modes.
- Strategy Tester
- Backtest EAs on historical tick or minute data with stress testing and genetic optimization.
- MQL5 development & MetaTrader Market
- MetaEditor integrated development environment; purchase trading robots, indicators, and scripts from the Market.
Multi-platform
PC, web, and mobile—trade anywhere
MetaTrader 5 is available as a desktop app, web terminal, and mobile app for smartphones and tablets—suited to different trading and analysis scenarios.
MetaTrader 5 PC
Full chart analysis, Strategy Tester, and MetaEditor—ideal for professional traders and EA developers.
Web trading
No installation—log in through your browser, suited for temporary access and lightweight use.
iPhone / iPad
30 built-in indicators, market depth, 3 charts and 9 timeframes—your trading platform in your pocket.
Android
Trade forex, futures, options, and stocks; available via Google Play or APK install.
Official download
Download MetaTrader 5
MetaTrader 5 is officially provided free of charge by MetaQuotes Ltd., for Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Web. Install from the official site or app store for your device.
After installation, open MetaTrader 5 and log in with your broker server, account number, and password. If your broker provides a custom installer, download from their official channel to ensure version and server compatibility.
Windows
PC desktop terminal with full chart analysis, copy trading, and EA automated strategies.
Download for Windows
iPhone / iPad
30 built-in indicators, market depth, 3 charts and 9 timeframes—free to use 24 hours a day.
Download on App Store
Android
Trade forex, futures, options, and stocks; available via Google Play or APK install.
Download on Google Play
MetaTrader 5 Web
No installation—log in through your browser whenever you have an internet connection.
Open Web terminalDownload from the official MetaTrader 5 website or trusted app stores and confirm the publisher is MetaQuotes Ltd.
Quick start
Get started with MetaTrader 5 in three steps
After installation, start with a demo account to learn the terminal and order workflow before connecting a live account.
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Download and install the client
Choose Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, or Web and install from official channels. See our MT5 installation guides for step-by-step help.
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Connect to your broker server
Enter the server name, trading account, and password from your broker to log in to a demo or live account. Confirm server and account type match on first use.
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Set up your workspace and start analyzing
Once connected and quotes are live, add symbols, set chart timeframes and indicators, and enable price alerts or EA automation as needed.
Beginner guides
Installation & getting started
These guides help you download, install, and understand the basics of MetaTrader 5.
- What is MT5? A beginner's introduction Learn what MetaTrader 5 is, how it works, and common misconceptions.
- Windows desktop installation guide Desktop download, installation steps, and post-install checks.
- Android installation guide Google Play and APK installation instructions.
- iOS installation guide App Store download and iPhone installation steps.
FAQ
Common questions about MetaTrader 5
Answers on download, features, and everyday use.
What is the difference between MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4?
MetaTrader 5 uses a 64-bit multi-threaded architecture and offers major upgrades over MetaTrader 4 in order systems, timeframes (21 types), technical indicators, market depth, and multi-market support. Which version to use depends on your broker's support.
Can MetaTrader 5 be downloaded for free?
The MetaTrader 5 terminal is typically available for free download and installation. Spreads, commissions, swap fees, and other trading costs are determined by your broker's disclosures.
What should I do if I cannot log in to my account?
Verify your account number, password, server name, and network connection. If login still fails, contact your broker's customer support to confirm your account status and server details.
Does MetaTrader 5 support algorithmic trading?
Yes. MetaTrader 5 includes the MQL5 development environment for building and running Expert Advisors (EAs), technical indicators, and scripts, with the Strategy Tester for historical backtesting and parameter optimization.
Can I use MetaTrader 5 on my phone?
Yes. MetaTrader 5 offers iPhone, iPad, and Android versions for quote monitoring, order management, and account oversight on mobile devices.
Do I need a broker to use MetaTrader 5?
MetaTrader 5 is trading terminal software. To trade on a live or demo account, you typically need to connect to a broker server that supports MetaTrader 5 and log in with the appropriate credentials.
Does using MetaTrader 5 guarantee profits?
No. MetaTrader 5 is a quote analysis and trade management tool—it does not guarantee returns. Financial markets involve volatility and risk. Make decisions based on your experience, capital, and risk tolerance.
What is the difference between MetaTrader 5 Web and the desktop version?
The web version requires no installation and runs in your browser; the desktop version provides the Strategy Tester, MetaEditor, multi-chart layouts, and a more complete MQL5 development environment for in-depth analysis and automated trading.