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MetaTrader 5
Trade a range of global markets with advanced charting, technical indicators and Expert Advisors on IG.
What is MetaTrader 5?
MetaTrader 5 (MT5) was created by MetaQuotes Software and is a multi-asset trading platform that lets you analyse markets and trade a range of financial instruments. It offers advanced charting, technical indicators and Expert Advisors (EAs), helping you analyse price movements and automate trading strategies.
MT5 vs MT4 Comparison
| Feature | MT5 | MT4 |
|---|---|---|
| Timeframes | 21 | 9 |
| Techincal Indicators | 58 (with IG add-ons) | 30 |
| Order Types | 6 | 4 |
| Economic Calendar | Built-in | No |
| Backtesting Speed | Multi-thread | Single-thread |
| VPS Integration | Native | Third-party |
| Programing Language | MQL5 (Advanced) | MQL4 |
| Position Management | Flexible FIFO | First in, first out (FIFO) |
| Platform Updates | Active development | Maintenance only |
Why trade on MetaTrader 5 with IG?
99%+ server uptime:
Give your algorithms reliable conditions to operate in1.
High quality, low costs
Maximise your returns with our consistently low spreads, just 0.85 points on average2.
End-to-end service
Benefit from our own institutional-grade technology for liquidity, pricing, and execution.
Why do traders like MetaTrader 5?
Smaller minimums
Trade in sizes as small as 0.01 lots, helping you manage the risks of high-volume trading.
Thousands of indicators
Get an edge with instant access to 18 free add-ons and indicators as part of our MetaTrader 5 package.
Automated trading
Build strategies to execute automatically using your algorithms or MT5’s own, called Expert Advisors.
How to access MT5?
Access MetaTrader 5 on your preferred device. Choose from web, desktop, or mobile to manage your trades wherever you are.
Windows |
How to download on Windows |
Mac |
How to download on Mac |
Web |
Access MT5 Web Terminal |
Android |
How to install on Android |
iOS |
How to install on iOS |
How do I open an MT5 account with IG?
I don’t have MT5
- Create a live IG account
- After account activation, log in to MY IG to fund your account
- Log in to MY IG and click on ‘add an account’. Select ‘MT5 CFD’. If you need help, click here
- Check your email for your MT5 password
- Download MT5 in our platform or get a step-by-step breakdown of how to do it
- Log in to the MT5 platform with MT5 ID and password and choose IG-Live2 server to start trading on a live MT5 account
I already have MT5
If you already have an MT5 account, but you’d like to trade with us as your MT5 broker, it’s easy:
- Create a live IG account
- After account activation, log in to MY IG to fund your account
- Log in to MY IG and click on “Add an account” – Choose MetaTrader CFD. If you need help, click here
- Log in to the MT5 platform* with MT5 ID and password and choose IG-Live2 server to start trading on a live MT5 account, keeping all your chart data and analysis
*Or, get a step-by-step breakdown of how to download MT5 in our platform.
MT5 markets and costs
- FX
- Indices
- Commodities
- Cryptocurrencies
Get minimum spreads from just 0.6 pips on a host of forex pairs.
| FX pair | Min. MT5 spread |
| EUR/USD | 0.6 |
| EUR/GBP | 0.9 |
| GBP/USD | 0.9 |
| USD/JPY | 0.7 |
Trade more 24-hour indices with us than any other provider.
| Index | Min. MT5 spread |
| US Tech 100 | 1.0 |
| Wall Street | 1.6 |
| Germany 40 | 1.0 |
| US 500 | 0.4 |
Discover opportunity on 27 commodity markets with no fixed expiries.
| Commodity | Min. MT5 spread |
| Spot Gold | 0.3 |
| Spot Silver | 2 |
| Oil – Brent Crude | 2.8 |
| Oil – US Crude | 2.8 |
Cryptocurrency trading is only available to professional traders.
| Cryptocurrency | Min. MT5 professional margin |
| Bitcoin USD | 4.5% |
| Ether USD | 4.5% |
| Litecoin USD | 9.0% |
FAQs
What is MetaTrader 5 (MT5)?
MT5 is a multi-asset trading platform by MetaQuotes, offering advanced charting and support for automated trading via Expert Advisors (EAs).
Does IG offer free VPS with MT5?
Yes, IG provides free native VPS hosting with MT5.
Can I use MT5 on Mac, Windows, and mobile devices?
Yes, MT5 works on Windows, Mac, and mobile devices.
What can I trade on MT5 with IG?
You can trade forex, indices, commodities, and cryptocurrencies.
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1 99.77% MT5 platform uptime per six months from 1st December 2022.
2 Average spread (between 00:00-21:00 UTC +8 Monday to Friday) for the 12 weeks ending 8th January 2021. For our minimum spreads, please see our CFD details.
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