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What is TradingView Paper Trading?

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
September 12, 2025
What is TradingView Paper Trading?
Will TradersPost Offer an API for Account and Trade Data?
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Will TradersPost Offer an API for Account and Trade Data?

TradersPost is developing an API to provide access to account details, trades, and analytics. A phased rollout will introduce account-level data first, with trade and P&L endpoints coming later.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
January 6, 2025
Can You Export All Your Trades by Subscription?
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Can You Export All Your Trades by Subscription?

TradersPost users have requested a trade export feature for better analysis and journaling. While not currently available, plans for improved analytics and an API-based solution are in development.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
January 5, 2025
TradeStation Paper Trading: Why Fill Prices May Be Inaccurate
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TradeStation Paper Trading: Why Fill Prices May Be Inaccurate

TradeStation’s paper trading environment does not always reflect real market conditions, especially for options. Traders should test strategies with small live trades to get an accurate picture of performance.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
January 4, 2025
Paper Trading vs. Live Trading: Key Differences and What to Expect
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Paper Trading vs. Live Trading: Key Differences and What to Expect

Paper trading provides a risk-free way to test strategies, but it does not fully replicate live trading. Differences in execution, market conditions, and emotions mean traders must transition carefully when going live.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
January 3, 2025
How to Change Your Affiliate Program Link in TradersPost
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How to Change Your Affiliate Program Link in TradersPost

TradersPost affiliates can update their affiliate link name through Rewardful at any time, but previously shared links will no longer work once changed.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
January 3, 2025
TradersPost Affiliate Program: How to Get Started
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TradersPost Affiliate Program: How to Get Started

The TradersPost Affiliate Program allows you to earn commissions by referring new users. You don’t need a paid account—just sign up, share your referral link, and start earning.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
January 2, 2025
Should TradersPost Implement a Broker Trade Prevention Feature?
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Should TradersPost Implement a Broker Trade Prevention Feature?

Some TradersPost users have requested a broker trade prevention feature to stop discretionary trading during set periods. While the idea could help with discipline, the TradersPost team favors alternative risk management tools like max drawdown liquidation and trade limits to maintain flexibility while improving risk control.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
January 1, 2025
Why Did My E-Trade Auto Trade Fail in TradersPost?
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Why Did My E-Trade Auto Trade Fail in TradersPost?

E-Trade automatically disconnects from TradersPost every 15 days, requiring manual reauthorization to continue auto trading. To prevent failures, traders should refresh their E-Trade connection weekly by logging into TradersPost and clicking Reconnect under broker settings.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 31, 2024
Expanding the Trading Window in TradersPost
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Expanding the Trading Window in TradersPost

TradersPost allows users to set multiple trading windows within a single subscription, eliminating the need for extra subscriptions in most cases. Traders can define morning, afternoon, and overnight sessions to better control their trading strategies.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 31, 2024
Micro Contract Sizing Explained in TradersPost
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Micro Contract Sizing Explained in TradersPost

Micro futures (MNQ) trade at the same market price as full-sized E-mini futures (NQ) but have 1/10th the contract size and risk exposure. TradersPost reflects market price, so traders must adjust position sizing based on contract multipliers.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 30, 2024
Does “orderType: market” Force TradersPost to Use a Market Order?
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Does “orderType: market” Force TradersPost to Use a Market Order?

Setting “orderType: market” in TradersPost does not force a market order if the market is closed. Instead, the order may be queued for market open or rejected during extended hours unless a limit order is used.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 29, 2024
Cash Account Limitations in Automated Trading
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Cash Account Limitations in Automated Trading

Cash accounts do not allow short selling, but traders can automate long-only strategies or use inverse ETFs to simulate short positions. T+2 settlement rules also apply, requiring traders to wait before reinvesting funds from closed trades.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 29, 2024
Understanding the $25,000 Rule to Avoid Pattern Day Trader (PDT) Status
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Understanding the $25,000 Rule to Avoid Pattern Day Trader (PDT) Status

The Pattern Day Trader (PDT) rule applies to margin accounts that execute four or more day trades within five business days. Even with small trade sizes, an account under $25,000 will be flagged for PDT restrictions. Options include using a cash account, limiting day trades, or trading futures to avoid restrictions.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 28, 2024
Managing Multiple APEX Accounts with TradersPost
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Managing Multiple APEX Accounts with TradersPost

Currently, managing multiple APEX accounts with TradersPost requires separate subscriptions, but a new per-account pricing model will soon allow traders to scale seamlessly. This update will provide more flexibility for those running 20+ prop firm accounts.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 27, 2024
Prop Firms That Integrate with TradersPost
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Prop Firms That Integrate with TradersPost

Some prop firms integrate with TradersPost, but traders should always verify automation policies before using the platform. Many firms using Tradeovate as a broker are likely supported, but an official list of compatible firms will be available soon.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 27, 2024
Understanding the “Subtract Exit Quantity from Signal Quantity” Setting in TradersPost
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Understanding the “Subtract Exit Quantity from Signal Quantity” Setting in TradersPost

The “Subtract Exit Quantity from Signal Quantity” setting ensures that trades correctly offset existing positions, preventing errors when switching between long and short positions. This feature is useful for traders who prefer manual control over position sizing adjustments.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 26, 2024
Can TradersPost Automatically Calculate Position Sizing and Stop Loss?
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Can TradersPost Automatically Calculate Position Sizing and Stop Loss?

TradersPost can automate stop loss and take profit calculations based on risk per position, but it does not determine order quantity without an entry price. Traders should carefully set risk-to-reward ratios to ensure long-term profitability.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 26, 2024
Understanding the “Liquidation Only” Error Message in Trading
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Understanding the “Liquidation Only” Error Message in Trading

The “Liquidation Only” error occurs when a prop firm account fails a trading challenge by exceeding daily loss limits or maximum drawdown. When this happens, traders can only close positions and must check with the prop firm for reset options.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 25, 2024
Day Trading Buying Power vs. Stock Buying Power: Key Differences Explained
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Day Trading Buying Power vs. Stock Buying Power: Key Differences Explained

Day trading buying power (DTBP) allows traders to use up to 4x leverage for intraday trades, while stock buying power is the total capital available for purchasing stocks, typically with 2:1 margin leverage. Knowing the difference helps traders avoid account restrictions and maximize capital efficiency.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 24, 2024
Can You Use Zapier to Modify Webhook Messages for TradersPost?
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Can You Use Zapier to Modify Webhook Messages for TradersPost?

Zapier can be used to modify webhook messages before they reach TradersPost, making it possible to integrate third-party trading tools that don’t allow message customization.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 15, 2024
Will TradersPost Add a Delay Feature for Trade Execution?
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Will TradersPost Add a Delay Feature for Trade Execution?

TradersPost does not currently support trade delays, but future updates will include trade grouping and execution order control to manage trade timing more efficiently.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 15, 2024
How to Run a Long/Short Strategy on an Exchange That Doesn’t Allow Shorting
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How to Run a Long/Short Strategy on an Exchange That Doesn’t Allow Shorting

Since Kraken does not support shorting, traders can sell assets for cash on short signals and rebuy later. Another approach is to use two accounts, where one handles long trades and another supports shorting.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 14, 2024
Can You Whitelist TradersPost IPs for the Binance API?
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Can You Whitelist TradersPost IPs for the Binance API?

TradersPost does not currently support Binance IP whitelisting, as its infrastructure does not use static IPs. A future update in Q1 next year will introduce fixed IP addresses that users can whitelist.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 13, 2024
How to Request Broker Features in TradersPost
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How to Request Broker Features in TradersPost

If a feature like bracket orders is missing for a broker in TradersPost, it is usually due to broker-side limitations. Traders can request features from TradersPost, but petitioning the broker directly increases the likelihood of the feature being added.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 13, 2024
Will TradersPost Offer a Lifetime Plan?
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Will TradersPost Offer a Lifetime Plan?

TradersPost does not plan to offer a lifetime subscription, as continuous updates require long-term sustainability. Instead, the platform will introduce flexible à la carte pricing, allowing traders to customize their subscriptions.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 12, 2024
Can You Send Multiple Limit Orders at Once in TradersPost?
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Can You Send Multiple Limit Orders at Once in TradersPost?

TradersPost does not currently support batch limit orders, requiring each order to be sent as a separate request. Traders should create multiple alerts or space out orders to avoid broker rate limits, with future updates expected to improve multi-order execution.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 11, 2024
Why Does a New Put Trade Add to My Existing Position Instead of Opening a Separate One?
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Why Does a New Put Trade Add to My Existing Position Instead of Opening a Separate One?

TradersPost adds to existing options positions by default, rather than opening separate ones. To trade multiple strike prices, traders must specify the full contract symbol in their trade request.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 11, 2024
Can You Run a Trading Strategy on Heikin-Ashi Charts?
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Can You Run a Trading Strategy on Heikin-Ashi Charts?

Trading strategies perform differently on Heikin-Ashi charts because the price data is calculated using averages, not actual market prices. To avoid discrepancies, traders should use a standard chart with Heikin-Ashi-based indicators rather than trading directly from a Heikin-Ashi chart.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 10, 2024
Entry Trailing Stop vs. Exit Trailing Stop in TradersPost
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Entry Trailing Stop vs. Exit Trailing Stop in TradersPost

An entry trailing stop is set when the trade is opened, while an exit trailing stop is applied only when an exit signal is sent. The entry stop moves with price from the start, while the exit stop begins trailing from the market price at the time of exit.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 9, 2024
What Happens If You Manually Close a Trade Before Your Bot Sells?
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What Happens If You Manually Close a Trade Before Your Bot Sells?

If a trader manually closes a position before a bot-generated sell signal, TradersPost will either return an error (if sentiment tracking is enabled) or potentially enter a short position (if it’s not). Using “action=exit” ensures proper trade execution.

Tom Hartman
Tom Hartman
December 9, 2024
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