At CMTrading, we are committed to providing our clients with the most advanced tools in the financial markets. To deliver a faster, more powerful, and feature-rich experience, we are officially transitioning all accounts to MetaTrader 5 (MT5).
Key Date: MetaTrader 4 (MT4) will be permanently discontinued on April 4th, 2026. After this date, all trading will occur exclusively on the MT5 platform.
🛡️ Your Transition: Zero Surprises, Total Security
We have designed this migration to be as seamless as possible. Your funds, trading history, and open positions are completely safe and will be automatically carried over.
Same Login: Your account number remains exactly the same as your current MT4 login.
Unified Password: For enhanced security, your Client Area password and MT5 trading account password will now be the same.
Action Required: Upon your first login after migration, you will be prompted in the Client Area to reset your password.
If you open the MT5 terminal first, a popup will automatically redirect you to the Client Area to complete this step.
History & Funds: Your full trading history and balance will be available in MT5 from day one.
🚀 Why MT5 is a Major Upgrade
MT5 isn’t just a new version of MT4; it’s a next-generation multi-asset platform designed for the modern trader.
| MetaTrader 4 (Old) | MetaTrader 5 (New) ✔ | |
| Order Types | 4 types | 6 types (adds Buy/Sell Stop Limit) |
| Timeframes | 9 options | 21 options for precise analysis |
| Economic Calendar | Not built-in | Built-in live macro events |
| Copy Trading | Third-party dependent | Native “one-click” signals in-terminal |
| Algo Trading | Smaller MQL4 Market | 20,000+ robots & indicators (MQL5) |
| Strategy Tester | Single currency | Multi-currency, real-tick data testing |
| Built-in VPS | Not available | Integrated 24/7 hosting for EAs |
| Assets | Primarily Forex/CFDs | True Multi-Asset: Stocks, Futures, & more |
⚠️ Important Considerations for Pro Traders
While MT5 offers superior technology, there are a few technical changes to keep in mind:
Expert Advisors (EAs): MT4 “robots” (MQL4) are not compatible with MT5. If you use automated strategies, you will need to convert them to MQL5 or download the MT5 version from the MQL5 Market.
Custom Indicators: Custom templates and indicators will not transfer automatically. We recommend backing up your settings and sourcing the MT5 equivalent of your favorite tools.
No Re-KYC: Your regulatory status and documentation remain valid. Whether you are under FSA (Seychelles) or FSCA (South Africa) jurisdictions, your account protections continue uninterrupted.
Pro Tip: Use our branded mobile links to have the CMTrading server pre-populated for a faster login experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my open trades be closed?
No. Your open positions will be migrated to the MT5 platform. However, please be aware of a brief downtime window during the migration on April 4th.
What happens to my Islamic (Swap-Free) account?
Our Islamic Account policies remain unchanged. MT5 fully supports swap-free configurations for our Sharia-compliant traders.
Is there a cost to upgrade?
No, the upgrade to MetaTrader 5 is provided free of charge to all CMTrading clients.
