TradingView Paper Trading
Charting-first practice
Simulated trading built into the charting platform; works across many markets.
Practise trading without risking money
Paper trading lets you test strategies with simulated money. This directory lists well-known simulators and demo accounts, with notes on what each is best for. Details change often, so verify on each provider’s site.
Interactive Brokers Paper Account
Realistic multi-market simulation
Requires an IBKR account application; mirrors the live platform and API.
Alpaca Paper Trading
Algorithmic / API testing
Developer-oriented paper API for US stocks and crypto.
thinkorswim paperMoney
Options practice
Simulator from Schwab’s thinkorswim; availability for non-US residents may vary.
MetaTrader 4/5 Demo
Forex and CFD practice
Demo accounts are offered by many brokers that support MetaTrader.
NinjaTrader Simulation
Futures practice
Sim mode is available in the NinjaTrader platform.
Investopedia Stock Simulator
Beginners and classrooms
Game-style simulator with contests.
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