When to Expect Your First Trade on TradersPost
TradersPost executes trades based on signals from TradingView, so the timing of your first trade depends on your strategy’s frequency. To test your setup, use TradingView alerts, manually send a test signal, or utilize TradersPost’s upcoming “Submit Trade” feature.
One of the most common questions from new TradersPost users is:
“Now that I have set up my strategy, when should I expect my first trade?”
This is an important question because TradersPost operates as an execution service. It does not generate trade signals but instead executes trades when a signal is received from TradingView or another connected platform. This means the timing of your first trade depends entirely on the strategy you have configured.
Why Some Strategies Take Longer to Trade
Many users come to TradersPost from promotions with partners like Chart Prime. One popular strategy among new users is the Bravo Strategy, which runs on hourly and four-hour charts. Strategies like this inherently have fewer trade signals, meaning users may experience long wait times before their first trade is triggered.
For example, one user running a Tesla strategy saw their first trade executed on Friday afternoon, and it remained active for an extended period. Since the strategy depends on higher timeframes, even switching to a lower timeframe (such as one-minute charts) won’t force more trades to occur. The strategy must wait for its predetermined conditions to be met before executing a trade.
Testing If Your Setup Works
If you’re unsure whether your strategy is configured correctly, there are a few ways to test it:
1. Use TradingView Alerts
• Create a simple price alert or event-based alert on your chart.
• If the alert triggers correctly and sends a message to TradersPost, your setup is functional.
2. Manually Send a Test Signal
• Go to the Webhooks tab in TradersPost.
• Click on “Send Request” to generate a sample trade signal.
• TradersPost will process this message just as it would a real trade.
3. Simulate Trade Execution
• Set up a paper trading account linked to your strategy.
• Use a strategy subscription to monitor what the strategy would do.
• This allows you to see how signals behave without risking real money.
4. Check for Delays in TradingView
• If no signals are coming through, ensure your TradingView strategy is correctly configured.
• Consider running a backtest to see how frequently the strategy trades.
New Features to Help Test Trades
To make testing easier, TradersPost is introducing a “Submit Trade” feature. This will allow users to generate a JSON message and test it within the platform. This feature will help traders verify that their strategies are properly configured and that their webhooks are functional before waiting for an actual signal.
For users unfamiliar with coding, tools like Postman or Hopscotch can be used to manually send webhooks to TradersPost. However, the “Send Request” feature within TradersPost is designed to simplify this process without requiring any technical knowledge.
Final Thoughts
TradersPost is an event-driven platform, meaning your trades will only execute when a valid trading signal is received from TradingView or another strategy provider. If you haven’t received a trade yet, the best approach is to:
• Review your strategy’s timeframe and trade frequency.
• Test your webhook setup with a manual request.
• Monitor TradingView to ensure alerts are firing correctly.
If you’re still experiencing delays, consider reaching out to TradersPost support or consulting documentation related to your specific strategy.
