Platform Overview
Tradovate is a commission-free, cloud-based futures trading platform designed specifically for modern traders. Key advantages include:
Cross-Device Synchronization - Trade seamlessly across web, desktop, and mobile
No Downloads Required - Web-based trading accessible from any browser
Advanced Risk Management - Built-in ATM strategies and risk controls
Real-Time Analytics - Comprehensive performance tracking and reporting
Included Free Features with Tradeify
Your Tradeify account includes these premium features at no additional cost:
Free TradingView Integration - Access TradingView's advanced charting and analysis tools
Free OrderFlow+ - Professional order flow analysis and market depth visualization
Level 1 Market Data - Real-time price feeds for all supported instruments
Additional Data Subscriptions (Optional)
Level 2 Data and EUREX Access: If you require Level 2 market data or EUREX exchange access, these must be purchased directly from Tradovate. Tradeify does not provide or offer these premium data subscriptions. Contact Tradovate support or check their subscription options in your account settings.
Prerequisites
Before starting your Tradovate setup:
✅ Account Requirements
Active Tradeify account with Tradovate access
✅ System Requirements
Web Platform (Recommended for beginners):
Modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
Stable internet connection (25+ Mbps recommended)
JavaScript enabled
Desktop Application:
Windows 10+ or macOS 10.14+
8GB RAM minimum (16GB recommended)
2GB available storage space
Mobile Apps:
iOS 12+ or Android 8+
Stable cellular or WiFi connection
Initial Setup Process
Step 1: Access Tradovate Platform
Open your web browser
Navigate to trader.tradovate.com
Use desktop browser (not mobile app) for initial setup
Click "Log In" in the top-right corner
Step 2: First-Time Login
Enter your Tradovate user name and password . You can find them at the top of your Tradeify Dashboard
2. Select trading environment:
Choose "Simulation" or "Demo"
Never select "Live" for Tradeify accounts
⚠️ Critical Data Agreement Step
When logging in for the first time, make sure you sign the "NON-PROFESSIONAL Agreement. Otherwise, you will not receive real-time data and can potentially incur a $300 per month data fee.
Step 3: Platform Orientation
After successful login, you'll see the main trading interface with these components:
Charts - Market analysis and technical indicators
DOM - Order book and quick trading
Positions - Active trades and P&L monitoring
Orders - Order management and history
Account Summary - Balance, equity, and performance metrics
Multi-Platform Setup
Desktop Application
Download the desktop app:
Or go to Settings → Downloads in your web platform
Install using standard installation process
Sync your settings:
Log in with same credentials
Verify charts and layouts sync automatically
Test order execution across platforms
Mobile Configuration
Download Tradovate mobile app:
Log in with your credentials
Configure mobile-specific settings:
Enable push notifications for fills and alerts
Set up one-tap trading for quick execution
Configure mobile chart layouts
Test functionality:
Verify real-time data on mobile
Practice placing and canceling orders
Confirm P&L syncs across devices
Advanced Features Setup
TradingView Integration (FREE with Tradeify)
⚠️ Third-Party Integration Notice: TradingView is a third-party platform. Issues arising from TradingView's connectivity, API problems, or platform malfunctions are beyond Tradeify's support scope.
Enable TradingView Add-on:
Go to Application Settings
Find "Add-On Tools"
Click "Activate TradingView Add-On"
Configure integration:
The add-on is included free with your Tradeify account
Data updates every 5 seconds (upgrade to TradingView Pro for real-time)
Test chart synchronization between platforms
OrderFlow+ Setup (FREE with Tradeify)
Access OrderFlow+ features from the main menu
Configure order flow displays:
Set up footprint charts for volume analysis
Configure market depth visualization
Enable order flow indicators
Customize settings for your trading style
Save OrderFlow+ templates for different instruments
Performance Analytics
Navigate to Reports section
Configure automatic report generation:
Daily trading summaries
Weekly performance analysis
Monthly account reviews
Set up performance alerts:
Daily loss limit warnings
Win rate tracking
Drawdown notifications
⚠️ Important Platform Notes
Data and Connectivity
Internet dependency: Tradovate requires stable internet connection
Data updates: Level 1 data included; Level 2 and EUREX must be purchased separately from Tradovate
Trading Considerations
Order types: Familiarize yourself with available order types
Market hours: Platform availability during extended trading hours
Risk Management Integration
Automated stops: Configure stop-loss parameters. Tradeify Daily loss Limit feature is not meant to be used as Stop loss.
Position sizing: Align with Tradeify risk management rules.
Daily limits: Some plans include fixed daily loss limit. Trading permissions will be revoked for the session after hitting that threshold.
Platform URLs & Downloads
Web Trading: https://trader.tradovate.com
Desktop Downloads: https://trader.tradovate.com/welcome/desktop-download
Support: https://support.tradovate.com
Setup complete! Your Tradovate platform is now configured and ready for trading with all included premium features. Remember to follow all Tradeify trading rules and monitor your account performance regularly through the platform's analytics tools.