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MetaTrader 5

MT5 is a multi-asset trading platform that enables traders to trade forex, stocks, indices, commodities, and cryptocurrencies from a single account. It offers advanced tools for comprehensive market analysis, algorithmic trading, and copy trading, catering to both novice and experienced traders.

Developed as the next generation of the MetaTrader platform, MT5 expands on MT4’s capabilities with additional asset classes, more analytical tools, extra order types, and enhanced functionality.

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Multi-asset platform

Trade a diverse range of financial instruments, including forex, commodities and metals, stocks, indices, and cryptocurrencies, all from one unified platform. Managing different asset classes in one place reduces the need to switch between multiple platforms or trading accounts while retaining access to over 128,000 global trading instruments according to MetaQuotes.

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Automated trading

MT5 includes a complete environment for developing and testing automated trading strategies. Traders can create or import Expert Advisors (EAs) using the built-in MetaEditor and MQL5 programming language. Traders can even backtest strategies against historical market data using the Strategy Tester before deploying automated strategies via virtual hosting, reducing the need to keep a personal device online constantly.

Start trading today

Open a live account with Blueberry and access global markets with competitive spreads and fast execution. Take the first step toward your trading success.

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Advanced analysis tools

MetaTrader 5 introduces over 80 built-in technical indicators* and analytical tools, allowing traders to analyze trends, momentum, market strength, and volatility. The platform also offers 21 timeframes, compared to only nine on MT4, which provides greater analytical flexibility for short- and longer-term market movements.
*from MetaTrader 5

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Copy trading

Traders can use the MetaTrader Signals service, offering insight into signal providers based on performance history and other trading metrics. After subscribing to a provider, eligible trades can be replicated automatically within a trader’s account, with copying parameters configured based on the subscriber’s account and settings.

Getting started with Metatrader 5

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Download the platform

Access the MT5 platform on your preferred device.

Open an account

Register for a live or demo account to start trading with MT5.

Explore our resources

Utilize our comprehensive guides and tutorials to familiarize yourself with MT5’s features.

Trade smarter, faster, better

Frequently asked questions

We’re here to help you every step of your trading journey. Here are some answers to the more frequent questions we get asked.

What is the MetaTrader 5 platform?
MetaTrader 5, also known as MT5, is a multi-asset platform that allows traders to trade in several markets, including, but not restricted to, stocks, futures, and forex. It provides traders with tools and functionalities that are beneficial for digital trading, fundamental reporting, technical analysis, copy trading, algorithmic trading, and even developing custom trading robots and technical indicators.
How does MetaTrader 5 work?
The MetaTrader 5 online trading platform facilitates easy trading in stocks, futures, and forex along with the provision of useful tools and indicators that help beginners as well as experienced traders. It also supports automated trading through Expert Advisors. Traders can simply click on the ‘new order’ window to place a specific order and execute it.
Is MetaTrader 5 free?
The MetaTrader 5 platform is available to download and use with a Blueberry account. All traders have to do is open a live MT5 or demo account with us.
Is MetraTrader 5 protected?
MetaTrader 5 is an established platform with built-in security features. It uses encryption and authentication features designed to help protect account and user information.
How to register MetaTrader 5?
Opening a MetaTrader 5 account is a straightforward process. Traders can open a live or demo MT5 account with Blueberry. Traders can start with a demo account to practice trading before switching to a live account.
Is there a guide to find a broker for MetaTrader 5?
Blueberry is an established trading broker that gives traders access to both MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. They can sign up for a new account and download MetaTrader to get started.
Is there a guide to use a MetaTrader 5 demo account?
Traders can sign up for a demo account on Blueberry and then download the MetaTrader app on your laptop or mobile.
Is there a guide to trade on MetaTrader 5?
The MetaTrader 5 platform comes with a window called ‘Market Watch.' Traders double-click on whatever asset they wish to trade and select ‘new order.' Or they can right-click on the tab that says ‘trade’ and then select the new order button. The order is submitted for execution once the required order details are entered. Blueberry also offers a MetaTrader 5 guide for more practical examples.
What's the difference between MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5?
Although MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 offer similar experiences for traders, there are numerous important distinctions that set MT4 and MT5 platforms apart. MT5 supports both netting and hedging account systems, subject to broker and account configuration, offers two additional pending order types, and includes a more advanced multi-thread strategy tester for algorithmic trading. It also uses the MQL5 programming language, with EAs developed specifically for MT5, while MQL4 is used for developing EAs for MT4.
How to set a stop loss on MetaTrader 5?
Traders can set a stop-loss and take-profit order on MetaTrader 5 when opening a trade. They can also be added after a position is active. Traders can also set trailing stop-losses on MT5.
How do traders place a trade on MetaTrader 5?
Placing a trade in MetaTrader 5 occurs on the New Order window after selecting a financial instrument from Market Watch. Check our article on how to place a trade on MT5 for more information.
Are MT4 indicators and EAs compatible with MT5?
MT4 uses the MQL4 programming language, while MT5 uses MQL5. As the two platforms use different programming languages, indicators and Expert Advisors developed for MT4 are not directly compatible with MT5 and need to be developed or adapted for MQL5.

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Mobile Trading on the MT5 App

The MetaTrader 5 mobile app allows traders to monitor markets, analyze charts, manage positions, and place trades while away from their desktop. It’s available for both iOS and Android devices, allowing traders access to core features of the platform where the service is available.

Who MetaTrader 5 is suited for?

MetaTrader 5 is well-suited to traders that are looking to access multiple financial markets through a single platform while also benefiting from advanced charting and analytical tools. It offers a larger selection of features than MT4, appealing to traders interested in algorithmic trading, detailed technical analysis, or multi-asset portfolios.

MT5 provides access to a range of financial products, including leveraged CFDs, which carry a high degree of risk. Margin trading may amplify both profits and losses and is not suitable for every trader. Before trading CFDs, traders must understand the risk involved and consider whether these products align with their own financial objectives and personal risk tolerance.

What markets can traders access?

The MetaTrader 5 platform offers traders access to a wide range of global CFD markets. Traders can take positions in forex, CFD shares, indices, commodities and metals, and cryptocurrency CFDs on MT5. By being able to access all of these markets on one platform, traders have a simplified method of managing assets without needing to change trading environments.

Available markets may vary depending on a trader’s jurisdiction and account type.

Why choose Blueberry as your MT5 broker? 

Blueberry provides access to MetaTrader 5 through its applicable regulated entities, actively designed to support traders with a range of experience levels. Clients benefit from fast execution and competitive spreads available on MT5, together with Blueberry Pulse, our proprietary market context tool developed for MT4 and MT5 users.

For traders with less experience, Blueberry also offers a free demo account for practice in simulated markets. 

With Blueberry, all customers have access to multilingual customer support available 24 hours a day, five days a week.