
Build custom strategies with a visual drag-and-drop builder, backtest them against real market data, and deploy to live brokers. AI pattern scanning helps you find setups faster, or run your own Python scripts when you need full control.
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From idea to deployment in one platform — no switching between tools.
Design your own algorithms with a drag-and-drop interface. Stack indicators, set entry/exit rules, and configure risk management — no code required.
Test your algorithms against years of market data. Track Sharpe ratio, max drawdown, win rate, and full equity curves before going live.
Run your strategies in real-time with simulated capital. Validate performance, track positions, and refine without risking a dollar.
Deploy algorithms to Alpaca, Interactive Brokers, Schwab, Tradier and more. Trade stocks and options live or on paper.
Let AI streamline your research. Automatically detect bullish and bearish chart patterns across any timeframe to inform your strategy design.
When you need more control, extend your algorithms with Python. Deploy from templates or write custom logic with pandas and ta-lib.
Rank in the top 10 by strategy performance and win free plans, discounted upgrades, and more. Compete with traders worldwide.
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Save 20% with annual billing · All plans include paper trading
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