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Our web platform means there's no download required to install the platform, while our charts are clear and easy to read, and you can view multiple charts simultaneously on one screen.

The platform that best suits your needs depends partly on the product and instrument you would plan to trade, as well as your trading style. You can try demo accounts on most platforms, including ours, to explore and test your ideas.

You can also trade on MetaTrader 4 with us, and spread bet or trade CFDs on a large number of forex pairs, as well major indices, and commodities. You'll need to download the platform, and there are an array of advanced features and tools, including 30 free, premium Expert Advisors (EAs) and indicators. With MT4, you can also download or create Expert Advisors, which are algorithms that can monitor and automate your trading.

We also offer the ability to trade through TradingView with your CMC Markets account.

Our web-based platform works across multiple browsers, while you can also trade on your mobile or tablet via our app, which includes mobile-optimised charting and in-app push notifications. Learn more about our mobile app, which works with iOS and Android.

No – you can create an account and log in to our web-based platform using your chosen browser. You'll be able to access the financial markets without installing any special software.

There's no cost to open a live trading account with us. You can also view prices and use tools such as charts, Reuters news, or Morningstar quantitative research equity reports, free of charge. You'll need to deposit funds in your account to place a trade.

Yes, CMC Markets UK plc (registration number 173730) is fully authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK. Retail client money is held in segregated client bank accounts and money held on behalf of clients is distributed across a range of major banks, which are regularly assessed against our risk criteria.

Under the FCA's Client Money rules, we're required to segregate client money (unless you agree with us otherwise) from CMC's own funds. The funds held in segregated bank accounts do not belong to CMC, and will be held in a way that enables it to be identified as client money. Learn more about client money regulations

Our income primarily comes from our spreads, while other fees, such as overnight holding costs, also make a contribution to our overall revenue.