You can link your MetaTrader account to TrackATrader, ForexVPS’s built-in monitoring dashboard, for real-time performance tracking. This guide walks you through connecting your trading credentials and starting account monitoring.
Before you start: After connecting your account, allow 15–20 minutes for your trading statistics to sync on the client dashboard.
What You’ll Need
- A ForexVPS client area account
- Your MT4 or MT5 trading account number
- Your investor password and MetaTrader server name
Part 1: Navigate to Track A Trader
Step 1: Navigate to the ForexVPS.net client area
Navigate to the ForexVPS.net client area.
Step 2: Click Track A Trader in the navigation menu
Click Track A Trader in the navigation menu.
Part 2: Connect Your Trading Account
Step 3: Click Add mt4/5 account
Click + Add mt4/5 account to begin connecting an account.
Step 4: Choose your MetaTrader server
Enter your trading account number, investor password, and MetaTrader server name. Click Choose server to select your broker’s server from the list.
Step 5: Paste your investor password
Press Ctrl + V to paste your investor password into the field.
Step 6: Click Connect account
Click Connect account to submit your credentials.
Step 7: Agree to the data processing terms
Select the checkbox to agree to the data processing terms.
Step 8: Click Start monitoring
Click Start monitoring to finalize the connection. You may need to wait 15–20 minutes for the trading account’s statistics to sync on the client dashboard.
Step 9: Review your connected account statistics
Once synced, you can review the connected account’s statistics directly on your dashboard.
Troubleshooting TrackATrader Connection Issues
Running into problems connecting your account to TrackATrader? Here are fixes for the most common issues.
| Problem | Likely cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Account fails to connect | Wrong investor password used instead of trading password | Use the investor password specifically — this is read-only and different from your main trading password. |
| Statistics don’t appear after connecting | Sync still in progress | Wait the full 15–20 minutes before checking again. |
| Can’t find the correct server name | Server name not readily available | Check your MT4/MT5 terminal under Help > About, or your broker’s account confirmation email. |
Frequently Asked Questions About Setting Up TrackATrader on Your ForexVPS Dashboard
Still have questions about setting up TrackATrader on your ForexVPS dashboard? Find quick answers below.
What password should I use to connect TrackATrader?
Use your investor password, not your main trading password. The investor password provides read-only access, which is all TrackATrader needs.
How long does it take for statistics to appear after connecting?
Allow 15–20 minutes after clicking Start monitoring for your trading account’s statistics to sync on the dashboard.
Can I connect multiple MT4/MT5 accounts to TrackATrader?
Yes. Repeat the + Add mt4/5 account process for each additional trading account you want to monitor.
Is my trading password safe when using an investor password?
Yes. The investor password only grants read-only viewing access — it cannot place trades or modify your account, keeping your main trading password secure.
