Paper Trading
As a LYNX client, you have the option to open a paper trading account in addition to your live account. This allows you to test new strategies before implementing them on your live account.
Login
- Open your browser and visit the Client Portal website
- Enter your username and your password
- Authenticate yourself via two-factor authentication
Select Paper Trading Account
In the menu at the top right corner, select Welcome and then Settings.
In the Account Configuration section, select Paper Trading Account.
On the next page, fill your new username and password. Your new password needs to be confirmed. Once you completed the form, please click Continue. Your request will be submitted in one business day.
Optional: Share your Market Data Subscriptions
To enable real-time market data for your demo account:
- Ensure you have an active subscription for real-time quotes on your live account.
- Activate the real-time data package you prefer.
Next, follow these steps to share it with your demo account:
- Log into the Client Portal with your live account.
- In the top right corner, click Welcome, and then select Settings.
- In the Account Configuration section, choose Paper Trading Account.
- Toggle the option to Yes for Share real-time market data subscriptions with paper trading account?
- Click Save to apply the changes.
FAQ
Can I login to LYNX+ with my paper trading account?
Unfortunately it is not possible to use your paper trading account in LYNX+. TWS and the LYNX Trading App are the only platforms where you can use your paper trading account.
Is it possible to open a paper trading account before opening a live trading account?
Unfortunately it is not possible to open a paper trading account without having an account via LYNX.
How to reset paper trading account?
- Open the Client Portal. Before entering your login credentials, switch the toggle at the top of the login window from Live to Paper, then log in.
- In the menu at the top right, select Settings, then click Account Settings.
- On the next page, under Configuration, click the ⚙️ icon next to Paper Trading Account Reset.
- Select the reset amount and click Continue to complete the process.