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Spread bets and CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 71% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading spread bets and CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how spread bets and CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
Spread bets and CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 71% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading spread bets and CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how spread bets and CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

MT4 for iOS: how to get started on iPhone and iPad

You can use the MetaTrader 4 mobile app to trade from your iPhone or iPad by signing up through our platform. Learn how to get started with MT4 using your iOS mobile device.

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MetaTrader 4 for iOS: what you need to know

MetaTrader 4 (MT4) is a trading platform that enables you to manage your positions seamlessly and securely. With the MT4 mobile app, you can get exposure to a selection of markets such as forex, indices and commodities through spread betting and contract for difference (CFD) trading, straight from your iPhone or iPad.

Spread bets and CFDs are leveraged products, which means you’ll get full exposure to the underlying market at just a fraction of the price. When trading with leverage, any potential profits and losses are magnified to the full value of the trade, and you might even lose more than your initial deposit.

MT4’s flexible trading systems and advanced technical analysis capabilities creates a customisable environment to suit your unique trading needs and goals. You can view charts, get real-time quotes, review your trading history, and more.

The software was unavailable on the App Store for some time, but it’s since been reinstated, and is popular among traders who are iPhone and iPad users.

To get access to the interface on your iOS device, you need to create an account with an online brokerage. With us, you can trade on the MT4 mobile app through a live account, using real funds, or a demo account that allows you to practise in a risk-free environment with virtual money. You can also download MT4 on other devices, and open a live or demo account to start trading.

How to get MT4 on iOS: iPhone and iPad

You can get MT4 on iOS to start trading from your iPhone or iPad in these steps:

  1. Create a live account with us
  2. Go to ‘Account’ tab
Account
  1. Click 'Manage account'
Manage
  1. Select 'Add an account'
Add account
  1. Choose and add an MT4 spread betting or MT4 CFD trading account
MT4
  1. Download MT4 via iOS
  2. Log in to the MT4 mobile app with your IG credentials

How to place your first trade on MT4 for iPhone and iPad

You can place trades on the MT4 mobile app by following the below steps:

  1. Go to the ‘Quotes’ tab
  2. Click the market you’d like to trade
  3. Select ‘Trade’
  4. Choose your position size, stops and limits
  5. Decide whether to ‘Buy’ or ‘Sell’ and place your trade
  6. Open, monitor and close your position

1Go to the 'Quotes' tab

Go to the 'Quotes' tab

2Click the market you’d like to trade

Click the market you’d like to trade

3Select ‘Trade’

Select ‘Trade’

4Choose your position size, stops and limits

Choose your position size, stops and limits

5Decide whether to ‘Buy’ or ‘Sell’ and place your trade

Decide whether to ‘Buy’ or ‘Sell’ and place your trade

6Open, monitor and close your position

FAQs

Can you trade on MT4 with iOS?

Yes, you can trade on MT4 with iOS. The mobile app has been removed from the App Store in the past, but it’s since been reinstated.

Trading on the MT4 app using your iOS device has so much to offer that can enhance your trading journey. This includes trading on the go, being able to choose between the live account and demo account version, fast trade execution, as well as exploring chart data and analysis.

Can you get custom indicators or Expert Advisors on MT4 for iPhone and iPad?

You can get Expert Advisors when trading on desktop – they aren’t available on the mobile app, but you can still choose from a range of standard indicators.

How do you change the MT4 background to white on iPhone and iPad?

To change the background colour on MT4, open the ‘Chart’ tab, click anywhere on the chart, choose ‘Settings’, scroll down to ‘Colours’, and make your selection. You can also customise the colour scheme.

How do you place and close trades on MT4 for iPhone?

With us, you can use these steps to open and close trades on over 80 markets on MT4. These include forex pairs, indices, and commodities.

How can you change your MT4 password on iPhone?

You can change your MT4 live account password by changing the one you use to access our platform, since your login credentials for these two linked accounts are the same.

Find out how to change your password

How can you withdraw money from the MT4 app on iPhone?

You can make any withdrawals from your MT4 trading account via your online brokerage. If your MT4 account is linked to an account with us, you can make withdrawals at any time, free of charge.

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