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How to log in to MetaTrader 5 (MT5)
How to log in to MetaTrader 5 (MT5)
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Key Points:
- Log in to your MT5 trading account quickly using your XMTrading credentials.
- Search for your broker to locate your MT5 servers.
- Access MT5 on Desktop, WebTrader, or Mobile (iOS & Android).
- Easily switch between multiple MT5 accounts inside the platform.
Why log in to MT5?
Logging in to MetaTrader 5 (MT5) connects your XMTrading account to the platform, giving you access to advanced charting tools, multiple timeframes, deeper market analysis, and improved performance across all devices.
Once logged in, you can:
- • Trade Stock Derivatives, Forex, Commodities, Indices, and more.
- • Use enhanced charting with 21 timeframes and over 80 indicators.
- • Access your MT5 account seamlessly across desktop, browser, or mobile.
- • Benefit from fast execution and a secure trading environment.
How to log in to MT5
You can access MT5 via:
- • MT5 Desktop Terminal
- • MT5 WebTrader
- • MT5 Mobile App (iOS & Android)
Follow the steps below for your preferred device.
Log in to MT5 Desktop (Windows/Mac)
Step 1: Open MT5
Launch MT5 from:
- • Start menu / Desktop (Windows)
- • Applications folder (Mac)
If the login window does not appear, go to File → Login to Trade Account.
Step 2: Search for your XMTrading server group
MT5 requires you to search for the licensed broker name first.
In the search bar, type:
- • Fintrade Limited, or
- • Tradexfin Limited
A list of XMTrading MT5 servers will appear.
Select the server that matches your account details (listed in your welcome email or in the Members Area under Account Information).
Click Next.
Step 3: Enter your login details
Fill in your MT5 account information:
- • Login: your MT5 account number
- • Password: your trading password
- • Server: ensure the correct XMTrading MT5 server is selected
(Optional) Check Save Password if you want MT5 to remember your credentials.
Click Login.
Step 4: Confirm successful connection
You are logged in when:
- • Quotes update in Market Watch
- • Charts display real-time data
- • The connection indicator (bottom-right) turns green
If you see “Invalid account” or a red indicator, check:
- • Confirm that you have entered the correct server name and password
- • Ensure you are using MT5 (not MT4)
- • Confirm your internet connection is active
Step 5: Use the Navigator window
The Navigator panel gives quick access to:
- • All your MT5 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 MT5 WebTrader
Step 1: Open MT5 WebTrader
Launch WebTrader from the MT5 XMTrading.
Step 2: Search for your server
Select your correct XMTrading MT5 server from the dropdown menu.
Step 3: Enter your login details
- • Login: your MT5 account number
- • Password: your trading password
- • Server: confirm your XMTrading MT5 server
Click Login.
Step 4: Confirm connection
You are logged in successfully when:
- • Live quotes begin updating
- • Real-time charts displayed
Log in to the MT5 Mobile App (iOS & Android)
Step 1: Open the MT5 app
Download MetaTrader 5 from the App Store or Google Play, then open it.
Step 2: Add your existing account
On iOS:
- 1. Tap Settings (bottom-right).
- 2. Tap New Account.
- 3. Tap Login to an Existing Account.
On Android:
- 1. Tap the menu icon (☰) in the top-left corner.
- 2. Tap Manage Accounts.
- 3. Tap Login to an Existing Account.
Step 3: Search for your XMTrading server
In the search field, type:
- • Fintrade Limited, or
- • Tradexfin Limited
Select the correct XMTrading MT5 server from the list.
Step 4: Enter your login details
- • Login: your MT5 account number
- • Password: your trading password
- • Server: auto-filled based on your selection
(Optional) Enable Save Password
Tap Sign In.
Step 5: Confirm successful login
- • Quotes begin updating immediately
- • Charts display current price data
MT5 mobile app overview
Once logged in, you can access:
- • Quotes: real-time prices and symbols
- • Charts: advanced tools, indicators, 21 timeframes
- • Trade: open positions, pending orders, balance/equity
- • History: closed trades and settlements
- • Settings: accounts list, notifications, chart preferences
Switch accounts anytime via:
Settings → Accounts
You are now ready to trade on MetaTrader 5!