Setting up your account

Embark on your investment journey with ease! If you are ready to get started and discover our efficient trading tools, setting up a Hugging Trade account is a quick and fuss-free solution. Our detailed breakdown below will walk you through the steps, and you will be ready to go in no time.

Create an account

To get started, sign up using your email or a secure Google SSO connection. We’ve made the process quick and simple.

Sign up with one of our recommended brokers

Brokers are essential for us to trade on your behalf. We exclusively work with IC Markets and Oanda—two top-rated brokers known for their fast execution, easy withdrawals, and simple sign-up process.

If you're in the UK, Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania, or the Americas, we recommend IC Markets.
If you're in the USA or Canada, Oanda is your go-to.

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IC Markets & Oanda both have exceptional 5* reviews. They are the best brokers in the business.

Broker onboading and KYC

After selecting your broker based on your region, you’ll complete a KYC (Know Your Customer) process by providing a valid government ID (Passport or Driver’s License). You must be 18 or older to register.

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Brokers typically verify your account within a few hours, though it can take up to 48 hours in rare cases.

Depositing funds into your brokerage account

Once verified, you’re ready to deposit funds. We recommend starting with a minimum of $300 for optimal returns. While our platform accommodates smaller deposits, anything below $300 may take longer to see significant growth.

MT5 credentials and login information

After signing up and being verified, your broker (IC Markets or Oanda) will send you your MT5 login credentials (username, password, and server details). You can find these in your brokerage account or the email used during registration. MT5 is the platform that enables us to trade on your behalf.

Connecting your broker account to Hugging Trade

Once you have your MT5 credentials, head back to the Hugging Trade platform and enter them during the onboarding process. Rest assured, we don’t have access to your funds—MT5 acts as an intermediary between us and your broker.

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Don't worry, your funds are always secure and remain under your control.

Activate your Hugging Trade subscription

Last step, you will then be prompted to enter your credit card details to secure your monthly Hugging Trade subscription. Don't worry, we will not take any payment. You can enjoy a 30-day free trial on us, to really see what all the hype is about. At the end of the 30-day period, your debit or credit card will be billed to the amount highlighted in our Professional plan.

Note

Hugging Trade's payment provider of choice is Stripe, the best in the business. Safe, secure and transparent.

You're ready to go live!

After submitting your credentials, you’ll be redirected to the Hugging Trade dashboard. This is where the excitement begins!

Happy Trading! 🙌

Team Hugging Trade