In this article, we'll discuss the process of downloading and installing MetaTrader.
To install MetaTrader 4 for Windows, please follow the steps below:
1. Download the MT4 installation file and MT5 installation file.
2. Double-click on the installation file, and choose "Next" to proceed with installation.
3. Click "Finish" to complete the installation and your MT4 platform should open automatically.
4. Click "Cancel" at the open an account pop-up window.
5. The login window should appear automatically. To log in to your trading account, please enter your login ID (trading account number), password and choose the correct server.
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How to install MT4 on Mac with Pre-Catalina OS
1. Click here to download the MT4 installation file.
2. Locate the installation file and drag it into your MAC application folder.
3. Follow the installation steps, you may be prompted to provide authorization for MT4 to get installed.
4. After successful installation, MetaTrader 4 for MAC should open automatically and be ready for log in with a demo or live trading account.
How to install MT4 on Mac with Catalina OS
Apple has made it impossible to run 32-bit software with the newest version of MAC OS, i.e. Catalina. This change has impacted many 32-bit applications including MetaTrader trading platforms, which will no longer be compatible with the Catalina OS.
Parallels Desktop is an application which allows you to run a virtual machine on your Mac. A virtual machine emulates a computer and allows you to run another operating system, such as Windows, which essentially acts as another computer on the host machine.
As a customer of Admiral Markets, you will receive three months of Parallels Pro absolutely free, provided you meet the eligibility requirements which we will detail later.
With Parallels, you can use MetaTrader 4 by installing:
- Windows 10; or
- Mac OS Mojave.
Using Windows means that you can use, not just MetaTrader 4, but any other Windows applications and programs right on your Mac! However, as a Mac user, you will need to purchase a license in order to comply with the Windows License Terms.
As a Mac owner, it is possible to run a separate Mac OS through a virtual machine on your Mac. Please note that this is subject to the relevant OS terms and conditions, which you must read to ensure your full compliance.
In order to download Metatrader Apps on your Android device, please follow the steps below:
- Search for "MetaTrader 4" or "MetaTrader 5" on Google Play. Alternatively, click this link.
- Click on the Install button and then on the accept and download button to start downloading the application.
- Once the installation is complete, you can open a new account or log in using your existing account.
- Search for the relevant server address according to your account type.
- Enter your trading account ID and password to log into your trading account.
In order to download Metatrader Apps on your iOS device, please follow the steps below:
- Click to download MetaTrader 4 or MetaTrader 5.
- Click on the Install button and then on the accept and download button to start downloading the application.
- Once the installation is complete, you can open a new account or log in using your existing account.
- Search for the relevant server address according to your account type.
- Enter your trading account ID and password to log into your trading account.