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Web trading platform
Trade seamlessly with Australia’s best online trading platform.1 Discover our platform benefits and access thousands of global markets wherever you are.
Our online trading platform features
Our online trading platform features
Take full control over each trade with our easy-to-use deal ticket
Get to the heart of price action with our fast, clear, smart charts
Stay ahead of market movements with in-platform news and analysis
Get inspired by live and on-demand shows from our in-house TV channel
Identify the most opportune time to trade with signals and automatic alerts
Tweak our trading platform so it works, looks and feels just how you need it to
Why use our online trading platform?
- Award-winning: we’ve scooped up multiple awards, including best platform for the active trader, best multi-platform provider and best trading app1
- Trusted web security: your trading security is assured with the same encryption protection used by major banks and payment providers
- Fast and reliable: our platform employs best execution and is built to cope with huge volumes of trades very quickly – at just 0.027 seconds from submission to fill2
Trade with a multi-award-winner
We’ve been recognised by industry experts time and again for our cutting-edge tech and great value for money. We’ve won awards year after year from ADVFN, Money Magazine, Canstar and finder.
Trade with a multi-award-winner
We’ve been recognised by industry experts time and again for our cutting-edge tech and great value for money. We’ve won awards year after year from ADVFN, Money Magazine, Canstar and finder.
What markets can I trade with IG?
You can trade 17,000+ markets, including forex, indices, shares, commodities and more – all on our web and mobile trading platforms.
Weekend and extended trading hours
React to breaking news and hedge existing positions when traditional markets are closed.
- Access 140+ key US stocks during pre- and post-market hours
- Get 24/7 trading on major forex pairs and indices3
- Take advantage of exclusive weekend markets on Wall Street, Germany 40 and FTSE 100, as well as GBP/USD and crypto
Ways to trade and invest in Australia with IG
| CFD trading | Share trading |
| Trade CFDs (contracts for difference) to speculate on whether an asset’s price will move up or down. Learn more |
Invest in thousands of local and international shares and ETFs (exchange-traded funds). Learn more |
How to get started with our web trading platform
- Decide whether you want to trade or invest
- Research the markets and learn how to manage your risk
- Open a live trading account or practise on a demo
FAQs
What is an online and web trading platform?
An online trading platform is a software system that enables you to trade financial markets through your web browser or mobile device. Our web platform provides real-time market prices, charts, tools and more to help you analyse and execute trades directly from your desktop or mobile.
What browsers are supported?
Our platform is compatible with almost all web browsers. However, we recommend using Google Chrome, as it’s the most stable with our web platform. If you have problems, please try using a different browser to see if the issue persists.
On which devices can I use the IG trading platform?
Our web trading platform works seamlessly on any desktop computer or Mac, with no downloads needed – just open your browser and start trading.
How to use IG’s web trading platform
First, open a live or demo account. Then, you can access our trading platform through your web browser. If you have the IG app, you can use the online trading platform on mobile. Our platform features customisable workspaces, advanced charting tools and more. Place trades, analyse markets and manage your positions all from one intuitive interface.
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New to the world of online trading? Learn all the basics right here.
Learn how to manage your trading risk with our range of tools and resources.
1 Best Finance App, Best Multi-Platform Provider and Best Platform for the Active Trader as awarded at the ADVFN International Financial Awards 2024.
2 Based on IG Group's OTC data for Jun – Aug 2023.
3 24/7 means all week apart from ten hours from 10pm Friday to 8am Saturday (UK time), and 20 minutes just before the market opens on Sunday.
Contact
New clients
1800 601 799
newaccounts.au@ig.com
Existing clients
1800 601 799
newaccounts.au@ig.com
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Disclaimers
- CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You do not own or have any interest in the underlying asset. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Please consider the Margin Trading Product Disclosure Statement (PDS), Risk Disclosure Notice and Target Market Determination before entering into any CFD transaction with us.
- The value of shares, ETFs and ETCs bought through an IG share trading account can fall as well as rise, which could mean getting back less than you originally put in. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
- Please ensure you fully understand the risks and take care to manage your exposure.
- The information on this website is prepared without considering your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consequently, you should consider the information in light of your objectives, financial situation and needs.
- This website is operated by IG Australia Pty Ltd. IG Australia Pty Ltd is located on Level 32, Queen & Collins, 376-390 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000. ABN 93 096 585 410, Australian Financial Services Licence No. 515106. Derivatives Issuer Licence in New Zealand FSP No. 684191, NZBN 9429047618251.