FxPro cTrader: cTID, versions and trading settings

What is FxPro cTrader and how does it differ from MT4/MT5

In the official comparison of accounts and platforms, FxPro cTrader is listed as a separate line alongside Standard, Raw+ and Elite. This is not "just another terminal" for the same accounts: cTrader is a standalone family of accounts, and it is this family that is connected to TradingView. Therefore, when opening an account, it makes sense to decide in advance whether you need cTrader as your main interface, rather than choosing it after the fact.

According to the comparison page, the cTrader account is charged a commission on turnover: on FX and metals it is stated as USD 35 per USD 1 million turnover, and both opening and closing of a position are counted. This is a fundamentally different model from Raw+, where the global table shows a spread from zero plus USD 3.50 per lot per side on major currency pairs. The starting spread is not a guaranteed execution cost, and comparing the two models is only correct by total round-trip costs, not by a single figure.

Another difference is the interface. The official product page describes depth of market and operation via cTrader ID. The minimum volume for applicable instruments starts from 0.01 lots, but this is a general indication: the specification of each instrument must be checked separately, as it may differ.

If you have not yet decided between platforms, start with the page FxPro Platforms: Compare and Choose and only then proceed to opening an account.

cTID: a separate identifier, not the FxPro Direct login

cTrader ID (cTID) is an account within the cTrader ecosystem. According to the FxPro help page, it does not match FxPro Direct credentials: these are different sets of credentials, and logging into the broker's client area does not automatically grant access to the cTrader terminal.

The key practical feature: one cTID can be linked to multiple cTrader accounts. both demo and live. This is convenient if you want to keep separate accounts for different strategies or test ideas in parallel with live trading. But it also means that when logging in, you need to carefully check which account you are connected to: a mistake in account selection results in the order going to the wrong place.

What to do if you lose your cTID password

The FxPro help page directs password reset to the official address https://id.ctrader.com/reset. Note: this is an external cTrader ecosystem resource, not a section of FxPro Direct. Your FxPro Direct password will not help here and should not be entered. and vice versa.

Practical rule: keep your cTID password separate from your FxPro Direct password and do not use the same password in both systems. Resetting one system does not reset access in the other.

Versions: web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android

The current cTrader product page lists five access options: web version, macOS, Windows, iOS and Android. This means you can trade from a browser and from mobile devices, not just from a desktop computer.

It is important to explicitly note a discrepancy in sources. In the old cTrader FAQ, there is a statement that a Mac version does not exist. The current product page overrides this: macOS is listed among supported platforms. If you come across a quote from the old FAQ online. do not rely on it.

What this changes in practice: before registering, look at the download selector on the official cTrader page and make sure there is a build for your operating system. Do not rely on old articles or screenshots. the download selector reflects the current set of versions better than any retelling.

Choosing a version for your task

• Web version. if you cannot or do not want to install an application; suitable for quickly checking your account.
• Windows / macOS. a full-fledged workstation with charts and panels.
• iOS / Android. position control and urgent actions, but not a replacement for a desktop for complex analysis.

Separately, remember: the platform version and account availability are different things. Having an app for your OS does not mean the cTrader account is available for your residency. See the section on the legal entity below.

QuickTrade: one setting that changes the cost of a mistake

The FxPro help page on accessing a cTrader account mentions QuickTrade. a mode that allows sending orders with a single click or a double click. This speeds up execution but also removes the intermediate confirmation step.

The procedure here is simple and does not require special knowledge:

1. Open QuickTrade settings in the terminal.
2. Check which mode is active. single or double click.
3. Make sure you understand exactly where the order will go if you click accidentally.
4. If the mode is not needed. disable it before trading, not after the first mistake.

The point of the check is that the mode affects risk no less than position size. One click on the chart in the wrong place. and the position is open. On demo it is harmless, on a live account it is not. Therefore, the setting should be reviewed every time you change device or platform version.

Connecting a cTrader account to TradingView

FxPro cTrader is the family of accounts that connects to TradingView. According to the FxPro help page on integration, the procedure is: in TradingView open the Trading Panel, select FxPro and connect the desired account.

Important limitation: according to the FAQ, only one FxPro cTrader account can be connected at a time. To change the account, you must first disconnect the current one, then connect another. This is not always obvious: users expect that multiple accounts can be active in parallel and are surprised when the old account "overrides" the new one.

Another point often confused: the broker connection itself is described as free, but this does not cancel paid TradingView subscription features. These are two different levels of expense. access to the broker and the capabilities of the charting service itself. The cTrader commission (USD 35 per USD 1 million turnover on FX and metals) does not disappear: it relates to trading, not to the subscription.

More details on the integration. on the page FxPro and TradingView: Connecting a cTrader Account.

Commission and legal entity: what to check before registration

Two things that most often remain unchecked are the total cost of a trade and which organisation you are entering into a contract with.

Cost on a cTrader account

According to the official comparison table, the cTrader commission on FX and metals is USD 35 per USD 1 million turnover, and both opening and closing of a position are counted. This means that when calculating round-trip costs, both sides of the trade must be considered. The commission is charged on turnover, not directly per lot, so the final amount depends on volume and instrument. The applicability of the commission to specific instruments should be verified in the specification, not transferred to all markets at once.

Legal entity and country

All the conditions given apply in a global framework: availability and conditions depend on residency and the specific contracting entity. The Russian language of the interface or of this article does not confirm the possibility of service in Russia. just as French and Spanish by themselves do not guarantee access in France or Spain.

What to do before registration:

• Find information on the official website about which legal entity will be your counterparty for your residency.
• Check this against the regulator's registry, not against review articles.
• Check the current official links to the terms before filling out the application.

The regulatory context and warnings regarding Russia are covered separately on the page FxPro Regulation: Legal Entities, Licences and Russia; the account opening application. at FxPro Registration.

Demo and a short checklist before a live account

cTID allows you to link one identifier to multiple demo and live accounts, so a reasonable order is to first test the interface and settings on demo, and only then switch to a live account. Demo does not confirm profitability and does not reproduce real market execution conditions; it is needed for something else. to master a specific platform and its settings without financial consequences.

Before switching to a live account, check:

• The current version of cTrader for your OS in the download selector.
• That your cTID password and FxPro Direct password are stored separately.
• The QuickTrade setting and whether it matches your trading style.
• That the account connected to TradingView is the one you intend to use.
• An understanding of the commission model on the cTrader account and how it differs from Raw+.
• Which legal entity is specified as the counterparty for your residency.

Practice on demo and account questions. on the page FxPro Demo Account. It is convenient to refresh your memory on logging into different systems and the difference in credentials on Login to FxPro Direct and Trading Platforms.

This is an independent information reference. We do not process trades, deposits, credentials or identity documents, and are not affiliated with the broker. The information is based on public official pages verified on 13 November 2026; this is a documentary check, not a test of account opening or trading.

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