1) Choose a Regulated Broker

Prioritize oversight, transparent costs, reliable platforms, fast support, and straightforward funding/withdrawal flows — even for demo accounts.

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2) Create Demo Credentials

• Register with name/email; select platform (MT4/MT5/cTrader).
• Choose base currency and initial balance (keep it realistic).
• Note server name and login details.

3) Connect MT4/MT5 or cTrader

• Download platform (desktop/mobile), log in with demo credentials.
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• Add commonly traded symbols (EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY, XAUUSD).
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• Enable push notifications for forex signals.
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4) Configure Charts & Alerts

• Templates with EMA(20/50/200), RSI(14) or MACD.
• Set alerts at key levels; subscribe to an economic calendar.
• Create a watchlist of 3–5 instruments to start.
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5) Place Your First Demo Trade

1. Define risk (0.5%–1%) and calculate lot size from stop distance.
2. Enter only on valid setups (break–retest, pullback to MA, range edge).
3. Place stop at invalidation and set target(s) before entry.

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6) Journal & Review

Record screenshots, reasons, risk, result, and emotions. Review weekly to improve process (not prediction).

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Demo Account Checklist

1. Broker is regulated; platform stable.
2. Risk rules set; fixed % per trade.
3. Templates/alerts configured.
4. Trade only A-setups within chosen sessions.
5. Journal every trade; respect daily stop.