Step-by-step instructions to connect your accounts and start copying professional traders on your favorite platforms.
If you are having trouble opening broker websites like Exness, XM, or HFM, it is likely due to regional ISP restrictions (such as Internet Positif). Follow this guide to restore your connection in under 60 seconds.
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If the Exness Social Trading or XM App isn't showing data:
Note: If the app still doesn't work, ensure your VPN is set to a "Neutral" region like Singapore.
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Visit the official Exness website and create a new trading account. Ensure you complete the identity verification (KYC) process to enable deposits and withdrawals.
Exness has a separate app for investors. Search for and download the "Exness Social Trading" app from the Play Store or App Store.
Log in to the app using your Exness credentials. Deposit funds into your Social Trading Wallet. Minimum deposits vary by strategy, typically starting from $10.
Use SmartCopyTrade to analyze the best strategies. In the Exness app, search for the strategy name, click "Start Copying", and enter your investment amount.
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Sign up on eToro. The verification process is strict; prepare your ID and Proof of Address (Utility Bill/Bank Statement). Your account must be verified to use CopyTrader.
Deposit funds into your account. The minimum first deposit varies by country (usually around $200). To copy a trader, the minimum allocation is typically $200.
Find a trader (Popular Investor) that matches your risk profile using SmartCopyTrade filters. Open their profile on eToro.
Click the "Copy" button. Enter the amount. Check "Copy Open Trades" if you want to immediately mirror their current open positions.
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Ensure you have a verified Binance account and have completed the quiz/activation for your Futures wallet. Transfer USDT to your Spot wallet first.
On the Binance app or website, navigate to "Copy Trading". You will see a list of Lead Traders available for copying. Use SmartCopyTrade to filter the best of Lead Traders.
Select a trader. Choose your mode: "Fixed Amount" (set amount per trade) or "Fixed Ratio" (proportional to your balance). Fixed Ratio is recommended for risk management.
Enter the investment amount to copy the trader. Funds will be moved from your Spot wallet to a dedicated Copy Trading sub-account.
Aggregator platform that allows you to connect your preferred broker.
Create an account on ZuluTrade. You can choose to register as an "Investor".
You can use brokers integrated with ZuluTrade (e.g., IC Markets, FXCM). Go to Settings > Broker Account and link your MT4/MT5 account.
Use SmartCopyTrade to filter ZuluTrade traders who are consistent. ZuluTrade has thousands of traders, so strict filtering is essential.
Click "Follow". It is crucial to configure ZuluGuard (capital protection feature) to limit losses if a trader's strategy changes drastically.
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Click here to sign up with XM. Complete your profile verification to unlock all features including Copy Trading.
Log in to the XM Member Area. Navigate to the "Copy Trading" section. You will need to create a dedicated Investor profile (Wallet) within the dashboard.
Transfer funds from your main trading account to your Investor/Copy Trading wallet to start following strategy providers.
Browse through the list of Strategy Managers. Click "Copy" on your chosen manager, set your investment amount, and define your Stop Loss/Take Profit parameters.
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Register at HFM and verify your account. Once verified, open an "HFM Follower" account from the myHF client area.
Make a deposit into your myHF Wallet and then transfer the capital to your new HFM Follower account.
Browse the Strategy List. You can filter by performance, stability, and drawdown. Select a provider that suits your goals.
Click "Follow". Adjust your Volume Allocation (percentage) and Rescue Level (funds protection) to manage your risk effectively.
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Sign up here. The platform is web-based and very user-friendly. Complete your profile verification first.
Deposit funds into your main account. LiteFinance offers various local payment methods depending on your region.
Click on the "Copy" tab in the left sidebar. This will show you the ranking of professional traders.
Select a trader and click the gear icon. Choose your copy type: In proportion to my funds, Full size 1 to 1, Fixed size, or % of each trade. Then click "Copy".