MetaTrader 5 for Windows
Full desktop trading platform for charts, Market Depth, orders, account monitoring, MQL5, Expert Advisors and Strategy Tester.
Download MetaTrader 5
Choose the MetaTrader 5 terminal that matches your device and trading workflow: Windows and macOS for the full desktop environment, Linux through Wine, WebTerminal for browser access, or the iPhone, iPad and Android apps.
Desktop is the primary environment for MQL5 development, Strategy Tester and Expert Advisor workflows; mobile terminals provide charts, technical analysis, Market Depth, trading orders and account management.
To connect an existing trading account, use the account number, password and broker server supplied with that account.
Available instruments, prices, fees, execution settings and trading permissions come from the connected broker server rather than the terminal download itself.
Choose Windows, macOS, Linux or WebTerminal
Use Windows or macOS for the full desktop platform, Linux through the Wine-based installation path, or WebTerminal when browser access is more practical than local installation.
Start with operating system and installation rights, then decide whether you need MQL5, Strategy Tester, Expert Advisors, long-running chart workspaces or cross-device browser access.
MetaTrader 5 for macOS
Desktop trading access for Mac with charts, account login, order management and the broader MetaTrader 5 desktop workflow.
MetaTrader 5 on Linux
MetaTrader 5 runs on Linux through Wine. The installation guide provides a script for supported distributions that installs Wine and launches the platform installer.
MetaTrader 5 WebTerminal
Browser-based platform access without a desktop install, with account login, quotes, charts, Market Depth and trading functions where supported by the connected broker.
Desktop platform for full trading and MQL5 workflows
Windows and macOS provide the full MetaTrader 5 desktop environment for multi-chart analysis, Market Depth, order and position management, MQL5 development, Strategy Tester and Expert Advisors.
Choose desktop first when your workflow includes backtesting, parameter optimization, local MQL5 files, long-running chart layouts or automated trading setup.
When the desktop terminal is the better choice
Desktop is the most complete MetaTrader 5 environment when trading, analysis and automation need to stay in one local workspace.
- Work with multiple charts, symbols and timeframes at the same time
- Use Market Depth, market orders, pending orders and position management
- Apply technical indicators, analytical objects and saved chart templates
- Develop or run MQL5 Expert Advisors, indicators and scripts
- Use Strategy Tester for historical testing and parameter optimization
- Maintain local profiles, templates, logs and data files
- Connect to a broker server for live quotes and account permissions
- Keep longer trading and monitoring sessions open on one device
- Run automation locally or migrate selected workflows to a VPS
- Use a device with installation rights and a stable network connection
When WebTerminal is the better choice
WebTerminal is useful when you need MetaTrader 5 account access from a browser without installing the desktop platform.
- No local Windows or macOS desktop installation is required
- Useful on temporary devices or systems where software installation is restricted
- Supports browser-based quotes, charts, account access and trading functions
- Does not replace desktop MQL5 development or Strategy Tester workflows
Windows installation and first launch
- Download the Windows package and complete the installer on a trusted device.
- Allow the platform to finish first-start loading before signing in to an account.
- If you run multiple terminal instances, keep installation and data locations clearly separated.
macOS installation and first launch
- Download the macOS package and complete the normal application installation flow.
- Approve any macOS security prompt required for the first launch.
- After launch, connect the correct broker server and verify Market Watch and account status.
Connect a broker account after installation
MetaTrader 5 is the trading platform, not the broker account itself. Existing live accounts require the account number, password and broker server assigned to that account.
- Install the desktop terminal, open WebTerminal or launch the mobile app.
- Choose the existing-account login flow and search for the correct broker server.
- Enter the account number and the appropriate account password.
- After connection, verify quotes, symbols, account status and trading permissions.
Download MetaTrader 5 for iPhone, iPad and Android
MetaTrader 5 mobile connects to broker servers for real-time quotes, interactive charts, technical indicators, Market Depth, order management and trading history.
Mobile apps are built for active account access away from the desktop; MQL5 development, Strategy Tester and deeper Expert Advisor configuration remain desktop workflows.
MetaTrader 5 for iPhone and iPad
The iOS app supports broker account login, real-time quotes, interactive charts, Market Depth, trading orders, netting and hedging accounts, and trading history.
Use the iPhone or iPad app to analyze markets and manage trades from a mobile device. The iOS terminal is a trading platform in its own right, but it does not replace desktop MQL5 development or Strategy Tester.
- Connect to existing live or demo trading accounts
- View real-time quotes and interactive market charts
- Use technical indicators and analytical objects
- Access Market Depth and place market or pending orders
- Manage positions, Stop Loss, Take Profit and trading history
- Support both netting and hedging position accounting
- Receive financial news, alerts and push notifications
- Available symbols and permissions still depend on the broker server
MetaTrader 5 for Android
The Android app provides broker account access, charts, technical indicators, Market Depth, trade orders, positions and account history on phones and tablets.
MetaTrader 5 for Android supports mobile trading across broker-supported forex and exchange markets. Sign in to the correct broker server to load the symbols, prices and permissions assigned to your account.
- Connect to existing live or demo trading accounts
- View real-time quotes, charts and technical indicators
- Access Market Depth and the full trading order set
- Manage open positions, pending orders and trading history
- Support both netting and hedging position accounting
- Use financial news, messages and push notifications
- Trading conditions and symbols come from the broker account
- Install from a trusted distribution source and keep the app updated
Mobile installation, login and account security
After installation, the app still needs a broker account connection. The account number, password and server determine which trading environment you access.
- Use a trusted app distribution source for the selected device.
- At first launch, select the correct broker server before entering account credentials.
- Use a stable and trusted network for the first login and initial data synchronization.
MetaTrader 5 download and installation FAQ
Answers about choosing a terminal, installing on Linux, using mobile or WebTerminal, signing in to a broker account and checking the first connection.
Which MetaTrader 5 version should I download?
Choose Windows or macOS when you need the full desktop environment for MQL5, Strategy Tester, Expert Advisors and long-running chart work. Use the Linux Wine installation path for Linux, WebTerminal for browser access, or the iPhone, iPad and Android apps for mobile trading.
Is MetaTrader 5 available for Windows?
Yes. The Windows desktop platform provides the full trading, charting, MQL5 and Strategy Tester environment and is the main choice for users who need local Expert Advisor and automation workflows.
Can I download MetaTrader 5 for Mac?
Yes. MetaTrader 5 has a macOS package for desktop trading. After installation, connect the broker server attached to your account and verify quotes, symbols and account status.
How do I install MetaTrader 5 on Linux?
MetaTrader 5 currently runs on Linux through Wine rather than a separate native Linux build. The official installation script can configure Wine and launch the platform installer on supported distributions such as Ubuntu, Debian, Linux Mint and Fedora.
Do I need to install anything to use MetaTrader 5 WebTerminal?
No. WebTerminal runs in a browser. It can provide account access, quotes, charts, Market Depth and trading functions without a local desktop install, but MQL5 development and Strategy Tester remain desktop workflows.
What can the MetaTrader 5 mobile apps do?
The iOS and Android apps support real-time quotes, charts, technical indicators, Market Depth, market and pending orders, position management, trading history, netting and hedging accounts, plus news and notifications.
Can I trade immediately after downloading MetaTrader 5?
You can open the platform immediately, but live trading requires a broker account, the correct trading server and valid account credentials. Available instruments, prices and permissions come from that broker connection.
What login details do I need after installation?
For an existing trading account, you typically need the account number, the relevant account password and the broker server name. These credentials are provided by the broker or account service, not by the terminal download itself.
Why are quotes or symbols missing after I log in?
Check that the terminal is connected to the correct broker server and that the account is active. Symbols may also be hidden from Market Watch or unavailable for the selected account type.
What should I check before running a downloaded installer?
Confirm the download source, operating system and file you intended to obtain before running it. Follow your device security policy and avoid entering trading credentials on an untrusted device or network.