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CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Please ensure you fully understand the risks involved. CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Please ensure you fully understand the risks involved.

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IG reviews

Discover why we're Australia's No.1 CFD trading platform.¹ See what Australian traders are saying about us – including industry experts, client reviews and traders and investors like you.

Start trading today. For account opening enquiries call 1800 601 799 between 9am and 6pm (AEDT) weekdays, or email newaccounts.au@ig.com.

What the experts say

The world’s leading financial sites have done the research so you don’t have to. Here’s what they said:

What our clients say

Real feedback from traders who use our platform. See why Australian traders trust us with their money.

Proudly award-winning

We're widely recognised as Australia's No.1 CFD trading platform,¹ and so is our award-winning mobile app.²

2025

Best Multi-Platform Provider

ADVFN International Finance Awards 2025

2025

Best Financial App

ADVFN International Finance Awards 2025

2025

5-Star Award for Outstanding Value

Online Share Trading Casual Investor Canstar

2025

5-Star Award for Outstanding Value

Active Investor and Trader categories Canstar

2025

Moneymagazine Best of the Best 2025

Best-Value Feature-Packed Premium Share Broker

See why traders choose IG

Join over 300,000 traders worldwide who’ve made IG their trading partner. Here’s why they chose us:

Our team is available to help you 24 hours a day, except from 8am to 6pm Saturdays (AEDT).

Our trading platforms and mobile app are designed to be user-friendly and straightforward.

Access education for any and all experience levels. Free online courses, webinars, seminars, and video tutorials.

FAQs

Is IG Australia safe and regulated?

Yes, IG Australia is authorised and regulated by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). We hold your funds in segregated bank accounts. We never use them for our business activities and completely ring-fence them from our creditors, protecting your money at all times.

What makes IG different from other Australian brokers? 

We're Australia's No.1 CFD and FX provider¹ with over 51 years of experience globally. You get access to 18,000+ markets, weekend trading and our award-winning platforms². Plus, we're here 24/5 when you need support.

What are the costs and fees?

Our pricing is transparent – no hidden surprises. Costs vary depending on what you're trading (share CFDs, forex CFDs, indicies CFDs), but you can see all our spreads and fees upfront on our website. Trade shares with zero commission on our share trading account (0.7 FX fee applies to international shares).3

How do I get started with IG?

Start with a demo account first to try our platform using virtual money. When you're ready, open a live account online in minutes. Need help? Call 1800 601 799 or email newaccounts.au@ig.com.

What support do you offer Australian traders? 

Our Australian support team is available 24/5, except between 9am Saturday and 8am Monday (AEDT), by phone, email or WhatsApp. You'll also get access to market analysis, educational resources and our mobile app for trading on the go.

What markets can I actually trade? 

Over 18,000 markets including Australian and international shares, ASX indices, forex, commodities and cryptocurrencies. We also offer weekend trading on selected markets on CFDs.

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Footnotes:
1 Number 1 in Australia by primary relationships, CFDs & FX, Investment Trends November 2024 Leveraged Trading Report.
2 Best Finance App, Best Multi-Platform Provider, Best Platform for the Active Trader and Best Online Stockbroker as awarded at the ADVFN International Financial Awards 2025.
3 $0 commission applies to clients who trade on the IG share trading account and opt for the default setting of ‘instant currency conversion’. Clients who choose to convert currencies manually will pay commission of 2 cents per share with a minimum charge of $10 on US stocks and, for European markets, we charge £10 / €10 per trade or 0.1%, whichever is higher. Other fees and charges may apply, please see our share trading cost and charges page.