Getting started

Follow these simple steps to begin using eToroUSA

Step 1: Download the eToroUSA trading platform

Click ‘Download’ and the download should begin automatically.

Step 2: Install eToroUSA

Installation is easy and fast. Once the download of the Forex software is complete, the installer will appear and guide you through the installation process. Simply follow the instructions. For any problems, please do not hesitate to contact eToroUSA’s technical support team.

Step 3: Open a Real or Practice Account

Once you have completed the installation, eToroUSA will launch automatically. You can either choose to trade using real money by clicking the “Trade for Real” button or alternatively choose to practice your trading skills first by clicking the “Trade for Fun” button.

You will now have to create your personal account. Once you have opened an account you will receive your eToroUSA username and password.

If you open a real trading account, you will be redirected to FX Solutions, LLC, a Futures Commission Merchant ("FCM") account registration form.

Step 4: Get to Know the Software

Take some time to get to know the platform in practice mode by selecting to “Trade for Fun”. Once you are logged in you can begin to familiarize yourself with the various tools eToroUSA has to offer. At the center of the lobby you will see four big icons. Each icon represents a trading arena—Forex Marathon, Dollar Trend, Globe Trader, Forex Match. Choose your preferred mode of trading by clicking on an icon. Use our platform guide and tutorials to view detailed instructions on how to use each feature.

Step 5: Register to Real Trading Mode

Once you’ve acquired sufficient knowledge of the eToroUSA platform, and wish to start trading for real, click on “Trade for real Money” in the lobby, or select to “Trade for Real” upon login. You will be prompted to the Real Trading login screen. Please click the Open new account button. You will need to fill in some personal information and to create an account with FX Solutions, LLC, a Futures Commission Merchant. Your information is strictly confidential and we do NOT share it with any third parties.

Step 6: Fund Your Account

To fund your account click on “Account Balance” on the main Lobby screen to proceed to the Cashier screen. Select your preferred deposit method.

Trading in the Foreign Exchange market might carry potential rewards, but also potential risks. You must be aware of the risks and are willing to accept them in order to trade in the foreign exchange market. Don't trade with money you can't afford to lose.