Platforms and automation · Rookie
Trading platform
What does Trading platform mean?
A trading platform is the interface used to view prices, submit orders and manage positions. The platform, data provider and account program are separate parts of the service.
Example
Two accounts use the same interface but different rules and price feeds.
Illustrative example; not a provider’s quoted offer.Why it matters for prop traders
Using a familiar platform does not establish that execution conditions or program terms match another account.
Sources and further reading
The following primary sources support the terminology. Provider rules describe their own products and may change.