Connect TradingView to BluSky

TradingView is one of the most popular charting and strategy development platforms used by traders worldwide. If you're using BluSky.pro for funded futures trading, you can connect TradingView to your account through Tradovate to execute trades directly from TradingView charts and alerts. This comprehensive guide walks you through the entire connection process, troubleshooting common issues, and maximizing your TradingView + BluSky setup.

Why Connect TradingView to BluSky?

Benefits of TradingView Integration

• Execute trades directly from TradingView charts
• Use Pine Script strategies with automated execution
• Access TradingView's superior charting tools
• Deploy custom indicators and trading bots
• Trade from any device (desktop, mobile, tablet)
• Leverage TradingView's alert system for automation

How the Connection Works

BluSky.pro provides Tradovate account credentials that bridge TradingView to your funded account:

TradingView → Tradovate → BluSky Account → Futures Exchange

Prerequisites

What You Need Before Starting

• Active BluSky.pro evaluation or funded account
• TradingView account (free or paid)
• Tradovate credentials from BluSky
• Email access for account verification

TradingView Account Requirements

You can use any TradingView plan:

• Free plan: Chart trading and manual execution
• Essential ($12.95/month): Basic features
• Plus ($24.95/month): More indicators
• Premium ($49.95/month): Full features
• Ultimate ($99.95/month): Professional tools

Most traders find the Free or Plus plan sufficient for BluSky trading.

Step 1: Get Your Tradovate Credentials

Accessing Credentials from BluSky

• Log into your BluSky account dashboard
• Navigate to "Account Information" or "Platform Credentials"
• Locate your Tradovate username and temporary password
• Note whether you're on Demo (evaluation) or Live (funded) account

Tradovate Account Types

• Demo account: For Evaluation and BluLive evaluation phases
• Live account: For funded trading after passing evaluation

Make sure you're using the correct credentials for your current phase.

Step 2: Accept Tradovate Agreements

Log Into Tradovate Website

• Visit tradovate.com
• Click "Sign In" in top right
• Enter your BluSky-provided username
• Enter your temporary password
• Complete two-factor authentication if prompted

Accept Required Agreements

You'll need to accept several agreements:

• Customer Agreement
• Risk Disclosure
• Market Data Agreements
• Privacy Policy
• Trading Permissions

Read each carefully and click "Accept" or "I Agree."

Set Your Permanent Password

After accepting agreements:

• Tradovate will prompt for password change
• Create a strong, unique password
• Save this password securely
• You'll use this for TradingView connection

Step 3: Connect Tradovate to TradingView

Access TradingView Trading Panel

• Log into TradingView.com
• Open any chart
• Click "Trading Panel" at bottom of chart
• Click "Connect" or "+" to add broker

Select Tradovate

• Search for "Tradovate" in broker list
• Click on Tradovate logo
• Select connection type (Paper or Live)

Important: Demo vs Live Selection

• Evaluation accounts: Select "Paper Trading" or "Demo"
• Funded accounts: Select "Live Trading"

Selecting the wrong mode will cause connection failures.

Enter Your Credentials

• Enter your Tradovate username
• Enter the password you set on tradovate.com
• Complete any additional verification
• Click "Connect"

Step 4: Verify Connection

Check Connection Status

After connecting, you should see:

• Green "Connected" status
• Your account balance displayed
• Available instruments list
• Open positions (if any)

Test With Small Order

Place a test trade to verify everything works:

• Select a futures contract (e.g., MES - Micro E-Mini S&P)
• Set quantity to 1 contract
• Place a market or limit order
• Verify order appears in Tradovate
• Cancel or close the test position

Common Connection Issues

If connection fails:

• Verify you're using correct Demo/Live mode
• Check username spelling (case-sensitive)
• Confirm password was changed on tradovate.com
• Ensure agreements were all accepted
• Try logging out and back into TradingView
• Clear browser cache and cookies

Step 5: Configure Trading Settings

Set Default Order Parameters

In TradingView trading panel:

• Default order type (Market, Limit, Stop)
• Default quantity
• Time in force (Day, GTC)
• Order confirmation settings

Risk Management Settings

Configure protection limits:

• Maximum position size
• Daily loss limits
• Order size warnings
• Confirmation prompts for large orders

Chart Trading Setup

Enable chart trading features:

• One-click trading
• Quick order buttons
• OCO (One-Cancels-Other) orders
• Bracket orders with stop loss and take profit

Using TradingView Alerts with BluSky

Setting Up Alert-Based Automation

TradingView alerts can trigger trades in your BluSky account:

• Create indicator or strategy in Pine Script
• Set up alert when conditions met
• Configure alert actions
• Alert executes trade via Tradovate

Alert Webhook Configuration

For advanced automation:

• Use webhook URLs in alerts
• Connect to third-party services (Lune Auto Trader, etc.)
• Configure JSON payloads
• Test webhook functionality

Alert Best Practices

• Test alerts thoroughly in demo before live
• Set clear entry and exit conditions
• Include stop losses in every alert
• Monitor alert execution regularly
• Keep alert logic simple initially

Pine Script Strategy Execution

Deploying Automated Strategies

Pine Script strategies can auto-execute through TradingView:

• Write strategy in Pine Editor
• Add strategy.entry() and strategy.exit() functions
• Enable "Auto Trading" in strategy settings
• Connect to your Tradovate account
• Monitor strategy performance

Strategy Configuration

Key settings for automated execution:

• Order size (contracts per signal)
• Pyramiding rules
• Leverage limits
• Commission settings
• Slippage assumptions

Strategy Monitoring

Track your automated strategy:

• Open positions
• P&L in real-time
• Order execution logs
• Strategy performance metrics
• Deviation from backtest results

Supported Instruments

Futures Contracts Available

Through Tradovate, you can trade:

• E-Mini S&P 500 (ES)
• Micro E-Mini S&P 500 (MES)
• E-Mini Nasdaq (NQ)
• Micro E-Mini Nasdaq (MNQ)
• Crude Oil (CL)
• Natural Gas (NG)
• Gold (GC)
• Micro Gold (MGC)
• Euro FX (6E)
• And many more CME products

Contract Specifications

Each futures contract has:

• Tick size and value
• Margin requirements
• Trading hours
• Expiration dates
• Settlement method

Familiarize yourself with contract specs before trading.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

"Invalid Credentials" Error

Solutions:

• Verify username exactly matches BluSky credentials
• Ensure password was changed on tradovate.com
• Check caps lock isn't on
• Try resetting password on Tradovate

"Connection Refused" Error

Solutions:

• Select correct Demo/Live mode for your account type
• Accept all agreements on tradovate.com
• Wait 15-30 minutes after first Tradovate login
• Contact BluSky support if persists

Orders Not Executing

Solutions:

• Check account has sufficient margin
• Verify instrument is during trading hours
• Confirm order size doesn't exceed limits
• Review BluSky trading rules (daily loss, max position)
• Check TradingView order confirmations

Data Not Updating

Solutions:

• Refresh TradingView page
• Disconnect and reconnect broker
• Check Tradovate server status
• Verify market data agreements accepted

Best Practices

Security Recommendations

• Use strong, unique passwords
• Enable two-factor authentication
• Never share credentials
• Log out when not actively trading
• Monitor account for unauthorized access

Trading Discipline

• Follow BluSky's rules strictly
• Set daily loss limits
• Use stop losses on all positions
• Don't overtrade to meet profit targets
• Keep detailed trading journal

Platform Optimization

• Use multiple chart layouts
• Save favorite indicators and strategies
• Organize watchlists by market
• Set up custom alerts
• Regular backups of strategies and settings

Advanced Features

Multi-Timeframe Analysis

Leverage TradingView's charting for:

• Multiple timeframe correlation
• Higher timeframe trend confirmation
• Lower timeframe precise entries
• Volume profile analysis
• Order flow insights

Custom Indicators

Develop proprietary indicators:

• Code in Pine Script
• Backtest on historical data
• Optimize parameters
• Deploy to live trading
• Monitor performance

Social Trading Features

TradingView's community features:

• Share strategies (with caution)
• Follow successful traders
• Analyze published ideas
• Join trading communities
• Learn from others' setups

Mobile Trading Setup

TradingView Mobile App

Connect BluSky to mobile:

• Download TradingView app (iOS/Android)
• Log into your TradingView account
• Navigate to "Trading" tab
• Connect Tradovate (same process as desktop)
• Trade from anywhere

Mobile Best Practices

• Test connection on WiFi first
• Be aware of data usage
• Set up push notifications for alerts
• Use larger position sizes cautiously on mobile
• Keep laptop backup for important trading

Conclusion

Connecting TradingView to your BluSky.pro account via Tradovate opens powerful possibilities for chart-based trading, automated strategy execution, and flexible platform access. While the initial setup requires several steps, the integration provides professional-grade trading capabilities that can significantly enhance your prop trading success.

Key takeaways:

• Connection requires Tradovate credentials from BluSky
• Must accept agreements on tradovate.com before connecting
• Choose correct Demo/Live mode for your account phase
• Test thoroughly before live trading
• Leverage TradingView's superior charting and automation

With TradingView connected to your BluSky account, you're equipped to execute sophisticated trading strategies, automate your approach, and trade efficiently from any device.

For automated strategy execution and webhook management, consider using TradersPost alongside your BluSky account for even more advanced trading capabilities.

Ready to connect? Log into your BluSky dashboard to get your Tradovate credentials and follow this guide step-by-step.