Start Your Own Brokerage: Questions and Answers
How long setup takes, what it costs, what you need to start and how you get paid.
Getting started
How do I start my own brokerage?
Register a company, check the licensing rules in the countries you plan to serve, choose a plan and send us your branding. We then deliver your turnkey brokerage setup: trading platforms, Trader’s Cabinet & CRM, back office and web admin. Our guide on how to start your own brokerage covers each step.
How long does it take to set up a brokerage?
5 days on average. The whole process takes from 2 days with the Essential package and up to 10 days for the Pro package.
Do I need to register a company?
Yes. You need a company to sign legal agreements with technology providers and liquidity providers.
Do I need a licence to start a brokerage?
Licensing rules depend on the services you offer and the countries you serve. Take advice from a qualified legal professional before you launch.
Can I start a brokerage without building software?
Yes. A turnkey brokerage setup gives you ready-made trading platforms, a client portal, CRM and back office, so you do not need a development team.
What do I need to send you to get started?
Your company details, the plan you have chosen, your logo, colours and domain, and the API details of the payment providers you want to connect. For branded apps, you also need a valid Apple Developer Account and Google Developer Account.
Can I see the platform before I sign up?
Yes. Book a free demo and we will show you the trading platforms, the Trader’s Cabinet and the back office.
Pricing and billing
How much does it cost to become a broker?
For startup brokers seeking a low-risk solution, it can be as little as $650 a month for a turnkey brokerage setup.
How much does each plan cost?
Essential is $650 a month, Basic $750 a month, Pro $950 a month and Enterprise $2,500 a month.
Is there a setup fee?
Essential has no setup fee. Basic has a $1,000 setup fee, Pro $2,500 and Enterprise $5,000.
Do you have any hidden fees?
We do not have any hidden fees or charges. What you see is what you pay. Additional charges may only be applicable should you choose to add customisation to meet the unique needs of your brokerage business.
Can I pay annually?
Yes. Plans are billed annually or monthly. For annual payments, we offer 2 months free, effectively reducing the total yearly cost.
Can I cancel at any time?
Yes. Plans are billed annually or monthly, and you can cancel at any time.
How much does custom development cost?
Custom financial application development is available at a rate of $75 per hour.
How many active clients can I have?
Up to 1,000 active clients on Essential, 2,500 on Basic, 5,000 on Pro and 10,000 on Enterprise.
Platforms and features
Which devices are supported?
Every plan includes trading platforms for web, Android and iOS. The Enterprise plan adds desktop.
Will the trading platforms carry my brand?
Branded trading platforms are included in the Pro and Enterprise plans. The Essential and Basic plans use a generic platform.
Do I need Apple and Google developer accounts?
Yes, to publish branded apps under your company name. A valid Apple Developer Account is required for iOS, and a Google Developer Account for the Play Store.
Is the platform hosted for me?
Yes. The trading platform is fully hosted, so you do not need your own servers.
How fast is the platform?
Our infrastructure runs at less than 15 ms latency across 40+ data centers, optimized for speed and consistent uptime.
Do I get a website for my brokerage?
A frontend website is included in the Pro and Enterprise plans. A custom frontend website takes 5 to 7 days to deliver.
Can I offer demo accounts?
Yes. Every plan includes demo and live accounts.
Can I offer copy trading?
MAM and copy trading are included in the Pro and Enterprise plans.
Do you provide an API?
The Manager & Trading API is included in the Pro and Enterprise plans.
How can I set spreads, commissions & lot size?
All of our clients get access to the web-based back office portal, where they can set and adjust spreads and commissions.
Can I issue white labels to my own partners?
Yes, on the Enterprise plan, which includes 2 white labels free.
Clients and payments
How do I accept payments from my clients?
Our Trader’s Cabinet is already integrated with 50+ payment gateways. We just need your API details to get it working.
Which plans include the Trader’s Cabinet and CRM?
CRM / Trader’s Cabinet is included in the Basic, Pro and Enterprise plans.
Can the client portal carry my brand?
Yes. A Branded Trader’s Portal is included in the Basic, Pro and Enterprise plans.
Does the Trader’s Cabinet include KYC checks?
Yes. It includes KYC / AML-compliant verification, along with account opening, profile management and fund transfers.
Does it support introducing brokers and affiliates?
Yes. The Trader’s Cabinet has an IB and affiliate-friendly structure.
Support
What support do you provide?
Essential includes best-effort support, Basic includes office-hours support, and Pro and Enterprise include priority support.
Do I need a technical team?
No. We host and maintain the technology, and you manage your brokerage from the back office and admin panel.
How can I contact you?
Message us on WhatsApp at +1 315 643 1383, connect on Telegram, or email [email protected]. Email replies arrive within 24 hours.
Launch your brokerage in as little as 2 days
Trading platforms, CRM, back office and branding, pre-configured and tested. Book a free demo and see it running.