Pepperstone Demo

A complete guide to opening and using a Pepperstone demo account

74-89 % of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs

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With Pepperstone, you'll be able to test their platform and enhance your trading skills by utilizing their demo accounts. If you're interested to know more about this specific feature, then be sure to check out this detailed guide to maximize your demo trading experience.

Signing-up for an online practice account is quick and easy. You can open one now to get started!

01
Does the Pepperstone Demo Expire?

Expiry

Pepperstone's demo accounts, specifically MT4/5, expire after one month unless you have an actual funded account with us and request that we set it to never expire for you. If you log in to your cTrader demo account at least once per 30 days, it will not expire. Even if it is set never to expire, demo accounts will be removed from the secure client area every 30 days.


02
Is There a Pepperstone MT4 Demo Account?

MT4 Demo

Pepperstone MT4 is best learned through opening a demo account when you're new to trading or want to practice your trading methods in a risk-free environment. The MetaTrader 4 demo or MT4 Demo customize the platform to the way you trade.

Pepperstone demo account
Pepperstone demo account

When you have decided which Pepperstone demo account to use, click the link on its website to start the download of the trading platform and use the login information supplied for you to begin trading. If you have started the registration procedure for your Pepperstone demo account but find yourself with no time to complete it, don't panic. You may set up a simple email reminder to finish at a later time.

Two distinct types of accounts are offered to demo users. These are the Pepperstone regular account and the Pepperstone Razor account:

You should pick the account type you wish to trade with on your Live Pepperstone account. This will provide you with a better insight into what Trading with Pepperstone is genuinely like.


03
Is There a MetaTrader 5 Demo Account?

MT5 Demo

Pepperstone MetaTrader 5 demo account is accessible for all. To open a Pepperstone MetaTrader 5 demo account, register on the broker's website and receive the free guidelines via email. With quicker processing speeds, the recently available ability to hedge your positions, pending orders are enhanced, and the newest tools and indicators are out to help you take your trading to the next level.

No worries because MT5 demo account registration takes four easy steps away from placing your first trade, much like the MT4 demo account.


04
What is the cTrader Demo?

cTrader Demo

Trading's demo account for the cTrader platform in Pepperstone has the same features as the Live Account. The Pepperstone Demo account is a risk-free trading environment where you may practice Trading while learning the basics of cTrader. When you create your profile, a Hedging Demo trading account is created instantly for you. Virtual funds for trading on the virtual market are placed automatically in your account.

To establish a Demo account, follow these steps:

  1. Fill out Pepperstone's Demo Account application form by providing your name, email address, phone number, and password.
  2. Choose among the available platforms where you'd like to trade: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, or trade through your web browser with their WebTrader App.
  3. You can now start trading.

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How to Sign In to the Demo Account?

Login

  1. Go to Pepperstone's website and select the "Trading with us" option. Then go to 'Trading Accounts,' click it, scroll down below the account features to the "Ready to Trade?" section, and select "Try Demo".

  2. You will be taken to a new page with an online application. You must first check the box verifying that you are over 18 and agree to Pepperstone's policies.

  3. You can fill out the form or utilize the 'Register with Google' or 'Register with Facebook' choices to sign up for a demo account using these credentials, respectively.

  4. Alternatively, you can use your First and Last name, email address, selected password, and phone number to fill out the essential fields on the application. After that, you can click 'Submit,' which will bring up a new page alerting them that your demo account has been registered successfully.

  5. Your account details will be included in the email and a link to download MetaTrader 4/5. The account credentials received in the confirmation email must be used to log in from the MetaTrader 4/5 platform to access and start using the demo account once downloaded and installed on the trading platform.

06
What Demo Trading Servers are Available?

Server

You must first choose a trading server and provide registration information to open a demo account. You cannot access data for demo accounts that have expired due to server capacity limitations.

Pepperstone offers two demo servers, Demo 01 and Demo02. You can choose what you wish to open as a demo account on this server.


07
Is There a Forex Demo Account?

Forex Demo

Upon signing up for a demo account, Pepperstone will give you an option to choose which among their available accounts and categories you'd like to choose from. And Forex Demo is among these.

With Pepperstone Forex Demo, you will test the system and its functionality first before enrolling in a live account. Through this, you will be encouraged to use their deal execution services and deposit money with them to use as a trading account margin.


08
Can I Have More Than One Demo Account?

Multiple Demo

Yes, it is possible to make another Pepperstone demo account. To do another demo account, log in to your private client area and navigate to the Account section, where you'll find the Demo button. If you want to open another Pepperstone demo account, click the blue plus symbol (+) so that you can create a new demo account and set your preferences.


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How to Open a Demo Account?

Opening a Demo

  1. Open Your Pepperstone Demo Account

    To open a Pepperstone demo account, go to the broker's website. You should see two buttons on the homepage—an account with Pepperstone Live. Remember to make your first Pepperstone minimum deposit to start a live performance.

  2. What Documents Do You Need?

    Creating a Pepperstone demo account requires very little information. The demo account button takes you to a signup page. On this page, you must validate and enter the essential information into the following:

    • Which account type do you seek?
    • Are you over 18 years old?
    • Your name, address, and phone number.
    • Your email address.
    • A password you can remember easily.

    You can also create a Pepperstone demo account through Facebook, LinkedIn, or Google. There's no need to worry about the process or data security because Pepperstone is ASIC and FCA regulated.

  3. The Pepperstone Demo Account Confirmation

    After completing the registration form or your social media accounts, you will be asked to confirm your email address. When you submit your application, you should receive an email with a link to follow. Then, your Pepperstone demo account is ready to go.

  4. Selecting a Pepperstone Demo Account

    Once your account is complete, you will have two options for accessing your trading platform. You can either utilize MetaTrader's Web Trader in your browser or download MT4 to your desktop.

Bottom line?

A Pepperstone demo account can be ideal for learning more about trading before creating a live account. The demo account allows you to trade with virtual funds and familiarize yourself with the administrative side of things.

Suppose you have decided to test the demo, you just need to complete a short registration form in order to use one.
CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Between 74-89 % of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.