QuantAlgoLab bots are delivered as compiled, production-ready trading systems.
No coding or compilation is required.
All strategy logic is locked and optimized. Users may only adjust:
• Risk Percentage
• Maximum Lot Size
This ensures strategy integrity while allowing proper capital control.
Before deploying on a live account, test on demo and review the Risk Disclaimer.
QuantAlgoLab bots support:
• cTrader (cBots – .algo files)
• MetaTrader 4 (Expert Advisors – .ex4 files)
• MetaTrader 5 (Expert Advisors – .ex5 files)
If you have not installed your trading platform yet, download it from the official sources below.
Before running any trading bot, confirm:
• Correct broker symbol name (example: XAUUSD vs XAUUSDm)
• Broker minimum lot size
• Broker minimum stop distance
• Account leverage
• Spread conditions
QuantAlgoLab bots include built-in spread filters and execution protection, but broker conditions still affect execution quality.
QuantAlgoLab cTrader bots are delivered as compiled .algo files.
No source code or building is required.
STEP 1 — Download the Bot
Log in to your QuantAlgoLab member dashboard and download the latest .algo file.
STEP 2 — Open cTrader Automate
Open cTrader Desktop.
Click the “Automate” tab (formerly cAlgo).
STEP 3 — Install the .algo File
Inside Automate:
• Click “Import”
• Select the downloaded .algo file
• The bot will appear in your cBot list automatically
No compilation required.
STEP 4 — Attach to Chart
• Open the correct trading symbol (example: XAUUSD)
• Drag the cBot onto the chart
• Configure Risk % and Max Lot Size
• Click Start
STEP 5 — Confirm Bot is Running
Check the Journal tab:
• No execution errors
• Status shows Running
• No Invalid Stop or Bad Volume messages
If errors appear, verify broker minimum lot size and stop distance.
Only the following parameters are adjustable:
• Risk Percentage
• Maximum Lot Size
All strategy logic, indicators, filters, and execution systems are locked and cannot be modified.
This ensures consistent strategy behavior across all users.
QuantAlgoLab MT4 bots are delivered as compiled .ex4 files.
No source code editing is allowed.
STEP 1 — Open MT4 Data Folder
Open MetaTrader 4 → File → Open Data Folder
Navigate to:
MQL4 → Experts
STEP 2 — Copy the EA File
Copy the downloaded .ex4 file into:
MQL4/Experts
STEP 3 — Restart MT4
Restart MetaTrader 4.
The EA will now appear in the Navigator panel under Expert Advisors.
STEP 4 — Enable AutoTrading
Click the “AutoTrading” button in the top toolbar.
Ensure:
Tools → Options → Expert Advisors
✓ Allow automated trading
STEP 5 — Attach EA to Chart
Drag the EA onto the correct symbol chart.
Set:
• Risk Percentage
• Maximum Lot Size
If the smiley face appears in the top right corner, the EA is running correctly.
Users may only adjust:
• Risk Percentage
• Maximum Lot Size
All internal trading logic is protected and locked.
QuantAlgoLab MT5 bots are delivered as compiled .ex5 files.
No editing or compilation required.
STEP 1 — Open MT5 Data Folder
Open MetaTrader 5 → File → Open Data Folder
Navigate to:
MQL5 → Experts
STEP 2 — Copy the EA File
Copy the .ex5 file into:
MQL5/Experts
STEP 3 — Restart MT5
Restart MetaTrader 5.
The EA will appear in the Navigator panel.
STEP 4 — Enable Algo Trading
Click the “Algo Trading” button in the toolbar.
Confirm automated trading is enabled in settings.
STEP 5 — Attach to Chart
Drag the EA onto the appropriate symbol chart.
Set:
• Risk Percentage
• Maximum Lot Size
Check the Experts tab for execution messages.
To run trading bots 24/7 with stable execution, QuantAlgoLab recommends using a Windows VPS.
A VPS keeps your cTrader or MetaTrader terminal online continuously, reducing the risk of missed trades caused by power failure, internet disconnection, or PC shutdown.
Recommended VPS specifications:
• Windows VPS
• 2 CPU cores minimum
• 2GB RAM minimum (4GB recommended)
• SSD storage
• Low latency to broker server location
For best performance, choose a VPS location close to your broker’s trading server (London, New York, Singapore, etc.). Lower latency improves order execution quality, especially for volatility-based strategies.
If your bot is installed correctly but does not trade, the most common causes are spread filter, time filter, or broker symbol mismatch.
If your bot does not open any trades, check:
• Spread filter blocking trades
• Time filter restricting session execution
• Market closed or low liquidity period
• Symbol name mismatch (example: XAUUSD vs XAUUSDm)
• Risk settings too low for broker minimum volume
Some brokers require a minimum stop distance. If the bot places a stop too close, the broker rejects the trade.
Increase stop loss distance, increase ATR buffer settings, or confirm broker minimum stop rules.
BadVolume occurs when the calculated lot size is below your broker minimum volume.
Increase lot size or risk settings, or switch to fixed volume mode.
During major news events, spreads can spike significantly. QuantAlgoLab bots include spread protection to avoid poor execution.
If your broker has consistently extreme spreads, consider using a broker with better execution conditions or avoid trading during high-impact news sessions.
QuantAlgoLab membership is intended for personal use. You may install bots on multiple devices for personal trading (example: VPS + personal PC).
Redistribution, resale, or sharing bot files is strictly prohibited.
cTrader is recommended for modern automation and stable execution, especially for advanced risk and execution features.
MT4 remains popular for Forex brokers, while MT5 is preferred for multi-asset brokers and improved architecture.
A VPS is not mandatory, but highly recommended if you want stable 24/7 execution.
Running bots on a local computer risks disconnections and missed trades.
Log in to your QuantAlgoLab membership dashboard and download the latest version from the official download library.
Always replace older versions to ensure bug fixes and strategy improvements.
Access your membership download library to get the latest bot versions, strategy documentation, and continuous updates while your subscription is active.
If you have not subscribed yet, view membership plans to unlock access immediately.
