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MetaTrader 4 (MT4) — South Africa

MetaTrader 4 is the long-established forex platform. RaiseFX publishes an MT4 download and setup guide, though the broker's flagship and most widely referenced platform is MetaTrader 5 — confirm MT4 availability for your account before relying on it.

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Min deposit 200 EUR  ·  Up to 1:500  ·  Rating 4.2/5

RaiseFX publishes a MetaTrader 4 (MT4) download and setup guide, but its flagship and most widely referenced platform is MetaTrader 5. MT4 offers the classic charting, one-click trading and Expert Advisor support; confirm MT4 availability for your account before relying on it.

MetaTrader 4 (MT4) at RaiseFX

Which RaiseFX platform should you use?

PlatformPricing modelBest forDevices
MetaTrader 5Spreads (no separate commission on standard trading)Full instrument range, EAs, advanced chartingWindows, macOS, Linux, web, iOS, Android
MetaTrader 4Spreads (availability varies)Traders who prefer the classic MT4 interfaceWindows, web, iOS, Android
Web traderSame conditions as installed platformTrading from a browser with no installAny modern browser

RaiseFX offers several platforms — choose by pricing model, what you trade and your device. All connect to the same account.

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Download MetaTrader 4 (MT4) from your client area after you open an account, or try it first on a free demo.

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MetaTrader 4 at a glance

ItemDetail
Chart timeframes9
Built-in technical indicators30
Graphical objects31
Pending order types4 (buy/sell limit, buy/sell stop)
Automation languageMQL4 (Expert Advisors and custom indicators)
Mobile buildsFree apps for iOS and Android

MT5 carries 21 timeframes and 38 indicators against these figures — the main practical reason RaiseFX leads with MetaTrader 5.

Frequently asked questions

Does RaiseFX support MetaTrader 4?
RaiseFX provides an MT4 download guide, but MetaTrader 5 is its primary platform and MT4 availability can vary, so confirm with the broker before depositing.
What is the difference between MT4 and MT5 at RaiseFX?
MT5 supports RaiseFX's full 500+ instrument range with more timeframes and indicators; MT4 is the older forex-focused platform preferred by some traders.
Can I run Expert Advisors on RaiseFX MT4?
Yes, MT4 supports Expert Advisors written in MQL4 for automated strategies, subject to the broker's conditions.
How do I log in to Raise FX MetaTrader 4?
Install MetaTrader 4 (desktop, or the free app from Google Play or the App Store), select the server named in your welcome email, then enter your trading account number and password. “Raise FX MetaTrader 4” and “RaiseFX MT4” are the same thing.
Where do I download the MT4 app?
MetaTrader 4 is downloaded free from the App Store on iOS or Google Play on Android; the desktop build comes from the broker's MT4 guide or from MetaQuotes.

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