How to log in to MetaTrader 4 (MT4)

Why log in to MT4?

Logging in to MetaTrader 4 (MT4) connects your XMTrading trading account to the platform, allowing you to trade live or demo, monitor markets, analyze charts, and manage your positions from anywhere.

Once logged in, you can:

• • Trade Forex, Precious Metals, Indices, and more.
• • Use advanced charting and over 30 technical indicators.
• • Access your account seamlessly across desktop, browser, or mobile.
• • Benefit from fast execution and a secure trading environment.

How to log in to MT4

You can log in through:

• • MT4 Desktop Terminal
• • MT4 WebTrader (browser)
• • MT4 Mobile App (iOS & Android)

Follow the steps below for your preferred device.

Log in to MT4 Desktop (Windows/Mac)

Step 1: Open MT4

Launch the MT4 platform from:

• • Start menu / Desktop (Windows)
• • Applications folder (Mac)

If the login window does not appear, go to File → Login to Trade Account.

Step 2: Select your XMTrading server

1. 1. Open the Server dropdown.
2. 2. Select the XMTrading MT4 server (listed in your welcome email or in the Members Area under Account Information).

If it is not visible, click File → Open an account, and then click Add New Broker, type XMTrading, and choose your correct server from the results.

Step 3: Enter your login details

• • Login: your MT4 account number
• • Password: your trading password
• • Server: your XMTrading MT4 server
• • Save Password: enabled by default (optional)

Click Login to connect.

Step 4: Confirm successful connection

You are logged in successfully when:

• • Quotes update in Market Watch
• • Charts show real-time data
• • The connection indicator (bottom-right) turns green

If you see “Invalid account” or a red indicator:

• • Confirm that you have entered the correct server name and password
• • Ensure you are using MT4 (not MT5)
• • Confirm your internet connection is active

Step 5: Use the Navigator window

The Navigator window gives you access to:

• • All your MT4 accounts (double-click to switch accounts)
• • Indicators, Expert Advisors (EAs), and Scripts

If it’s not visible:

Go to View → Navigator or press CTRL + N.

Log in to MT4 WebTrader

Step 1: Open MT4 WebTrader

Launch WebTrader from the MT4 XMTrading.

Step 2: Enter your login details

• • Login: your MT4 account number
• • Password: your trading password
• • Server: your XMTrading MT4 server

Click Login.

Step 3: Confirm connection

You are logged in successfully when:

• • Live quotes updating
• • Real-time charts displayed

Log in to the MT4 Mobile App (iOS & Android)

Step 1: Open the MT4 app

Download MetaTrader 4 from the App Store or Google Play, then open it.

Step 2: Add your existing account

On iOS:

1. 1. Tap Settings (bottom-right).
2. 2. Tap New Account.
3. 3. Tap Login to an Existing Account.

On Android:

1. 1. Tap the menu icon (☰) in the top-left corner.
2. 2. Tap Manage Accounts.
3. 3. Tap Login to an Existing Account.

Step 3: Search for your server

Type your XMTrading MT4 server name into the search bar, then select it from the results.

Step 4: Enter your login details

• • Login: your MT4 account number
• • Password: your trading password

(Optional) Enable Save Password

Tap Sign In.

Step 5: Confirm successful login

You are logged in when:

• • Quotes begin updating in real time
• • Charts display current price data

MT4 mobile app overview

Once logged in, you can access:

• • Quotes: real-time bid/ask prices
• • Charts: multiple timeframes, indicators, drawing tools
• • Trade: open positions, pending orders, balance/equity
• • History: closed trades and transaction records
• • Settings: accounts list, notifications, chart preferences

Switch accounts anytime via:

Settings → Accounts

You are ready to trade on MT4!