Setting a superb standard

Ideal for traders looking for a traditional FX experience, the standard account offers competitive spreads, advanced trading platforms and 6,300+ markets.
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  1. Open a FOREX.com account
  2. Download MT4 for your desktop or mobile app
  3. Take your position on a currency pair in the ‘Order’ window
  4. Choose whether to buy or sell the market
  5. Add stops and limits to manage your risk under the ‘type’ dropdown
  6. Monitor and close your positions in the ‘Trade’ tab

FOREX.com standard account: tailor-made for everyday trading

Our standard account gives you access to thousands of global markets via our platforms and apps, complete with powerful TradingView charting. What’s more, you can enjoy tight spreads and no hidden fees.

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Competitive and reliable pricing

Benefit from tight spreads on our most popular markets - from 0.5 points on forex, 1 point on indices and 0.06 on commodities, with no hidden charges or fees.
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Trade over 6,300 global markets

Go long or short across multiple asset classes, including forex, cryptocurrencies, indices, commodities and more.
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Award-winning platforms

Seize opportunities wherever you are with our range of powerful platforms, complete with advanced charting and 80+ indicators.

Competitive pricing, ultra-tight spreads

Accountable technology

Trade with confidence on our range of award-winning platforms, all with competitive spreads and reliable execution.

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Execution scorecard

Lightning-fast and reliable – over half our limit orders are filled at an improved price.
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Costs and charges

Trade on global markets with no hidden costs – so you know exactly what you are charged.
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Seamless multi-device dealing

Access your corporate account at home or on the go.

Desktop

Log in to our Web Trader platform built on powerful HTML 5 technology. Accessible from all operating systems and major browsers.

Mobile

Seize trading opportunities with our most easy- to- use mobile apps to date, with simple one-swipe trading, advanced charting, and seamless execution. Available on Android and iOS.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a trading account?

A trading account is used to buy or sell assets on a broker’s platform. The term may refer to a leveraged account used for speculation, as opposed to a General Investment Account that holds longer-term positions.

Trading accounts can be used to access a variety of market types, such as forex, indices, shares and commodities.

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How long does it take to open a trading account?

We aim to open your account as quickly as we can. Our forms can be filled out in just a few minutes, with some personal information and details of your experience and financial situation. Once we’ve confirmed your identity, you’ll be notified immediately and can start trading.

In the event that we require more information from you, it may take us a little bit longer to open your account.

Ready to open an account? Start your application here.

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Why do I need a trading account?

You need a trading account to be able to get access to our platform, add your funds and start speculating on market prices. Opening a trading account with us means you’ll be able to:

  • Choose from 6500+ markets including indices, shares and forex
  • Trade on award-winning platforms for web and mobile
  • Read real-time news from Reuters and our expert analysts
  • Analyse your trades with our Performance Analytics tool

Learn more about why you should open a trading account with us

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