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How the Plus500
platform works

A factual overview of features, instrument categories and risk management tools.

Important: 80% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider.

Platform overview

Plus500 is an online trading platform focused on CFDs. EU clients are served by Plus500CY Ltd, authorised and regulated by CySEC under licence no. 250/14. The platform is available through a web browser and as a mobile application.

Clear interface

Layout for finding an instrument, opening a position and monitoring a portfolio.

Mobile application

Available for iOS and Android. Access to global markets, position management and alerts.

Price alerts

Set a notification for a specific price level on a chosen instrument.

Risk management tools

Stop-loss, take-profit and guaranteed stop-loss at a premium to limit loss on a position.

Search and watchlist

Browse the instrument catalogue and save favourites for quick access.

Available categories

The offering covers thousands of CFD instruments across several asset classes. Specific availability varies by client jurisdiction.

CFDs on sharesDerived from share prices
CFDs on forexMajor and minor pairs
CFDs on indicesStock market indices
CFDs on commoditiesOil, metals, gas
CFDs on cryptoSubject to jurisdiction
CFDs on ETFsDerived from funds

What the platform does not offer

For completeness, it is worth noting the boundaries of the product:

Not a tool for algorithmic trading

The platform does not include MetaTrader or programmable indicators. It is built for direct CFD trading, not automated strategies or advanced technical analysis.

No investment recommendations

Decisions about what and when to trade always rest with the client. Neither this website nor the provider offers trading signals or investment advice.

Risk warningCFDs are complex instruments and carry a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 80% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. Consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford the high risk of losing your money.