What a demo account does
A demo account mimics the live platform with simulated funds, so you can learn order types, charts, and features without risking money.
It is the safest way to test a broker's platform and your own strategy before depositing.
Its limitations
Demos remove real financial pressure, so behaviour often changes with real money. Execution in a demo may also differ from live conditions.
Use it to learn mechanics, then transition gradually to small live sizes.
- Good for: learning the platform
- Good for: testing strategy logic
- Limited: real emotion and slippage
Make the most of it
Practice the exact workflow you will use live: placing, modifying, and closing orders, plus testing withdrawals on a real (small) account later.
Combine demo practice with our calculators to internalise costs and risk.
Treat a demo as training, not proof of profitability. Real results depend on discipline and live conditions.
Frequently asked questions
Is a demo account the same as live?
Mechanically similar, but execution quality and your own behaviour usually differ once real money is involved.
How long should I use a demo?
Until you are fluent in the platform and your process, then move to small live sizes to learn under real conditions.