We offer cTrader as one of four live platforms on our Alpha Capital evaluation environment.
If you searched cTrader prop firm, this is our setup guide: how login works, the Lots setting you need after first login, and what cTrader does and does not support here.
Compare all options on our platforms page.
Simulated funds only. Double-check live steps before you trade.
What cTrader offers on this UK prop firm
Here’s what you get with cTrader on our platforms page:
- Advanced charting and analysis tools
- Fast order execution
- Support for algorithmic trading via cTrader Automate
- Customizable interface
You can use it on Windows, MacOS, Android, and Web Browser.
One important note: our platforms page mentions cTrader Automate, but EA functionality is not currently available for cTrader on Alpha Capital. If you need risk-management EAs under our rules, use MT5 instead (MT5 guide).
Copy trading on or from cTrader is not possible at this time.
How to set up cTrader on Alpha Capital
Here’s how you get started after purchase.
Screenshots / full detail: cTrader Setup Guide
After you purchase
You receive two emails:
- From cTrader, confirming an account linked to your email
- From Alpha Capital Group, containing your account number and password
How you log in
For cTrader, you do not log in with a separate login number. Use your cTrader email and password.
Desktop and web links
- cTrader Desktop: https://getctrader.com/acgmarkets/ctrader-acgmarkets-setup.exe
- cTrader Web: https://app.acg-markets.com
Required settings after login
- Open Settings (bottom left) → Assets tab
- Select Lots
- Deselect Set units per Asset class
Finding assets and watchlists
Use the icon in the top left to search or browse assets. Star an asset to add it to a watchlist.
If you cannot log in
- Reset password at https://id.ctrader.com/reset
- Check spam; sender can be support@ctrader.com
- Log in with your email and the new password
US residents and cTrader
For U.S. residents, listed platforms include cTrader, DX Trade, and TradeLocker (not MT5).
cTrader is currently not accepting new U.S. customers. Existing U.S. cTrader customers can continue trading and purchase new evaluations. The restriction applies only to new U.S. customers.
If you are a new U.S. customer, plan around DX Trade or TradeLocker instead (DX Trade guide, TradeLocker guide).
Also check country availability.
When do credentials arrive?
Card payments are issued promptly after successful payment. Crypto and PayPal can take up to 24 hours. Details: How long will it take to get my credentials?.
Dashboard (separate from cTrader login): app.alphacapitalgroup.uk/login.
Who should pick cTrader on Alpha Capital
Good fit if you want the cTrader interface, desktop or web setup, and you trade manually without our EAs or copy trading.
Not the right pick if you need our approved risk-management EAs or copy trading. Those paths require MT5.
For the wider prop firm / UK prop firm context: What is a prop firm? · Prop trading UK 2026.
Alpha Trader (coming soon)
Alpha Trader is listed as Coming Soon on our platforms page. cTrader remains a live option today.
FAQs
Does Alpha Capital support cTrader?
Yes. We offer cTrader as one of four live platforms.
Do I log in with an account number?
No. Log in with your cTrader email and password.
Can I use EAs on cTrader at Alpha Capital?
EA functionality is not currently available for cTrader. Use MT5 for permitted risk-management EAs.
Can new US customers choose cTrader?
No. cTrader is not accepting new U.S. customers. Existing U.S. cTrader customers can continue.
