Launch Your First Bot
Prerequisites
- Signed in and authenticated
- Funds deposited on your exchange
- Exchange connected on the Connections page
Recommended Capital
| Bot Type | Minimum | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Ladder Bot | $500+ | Places multiple small orders across price levels |
| Delta Neutral | $500+ per leg | Needs margin on two exchanges simultaneously |
| Pro Trader (HFT) | $5,000+ | Takes larger single positions with tight risk params |
Quick Start
- Go to Launch Bot in the sidebar
- Select your strategy (Ladder Bot recommended for beginners)
- Choose your exchange and market
- Set your order size and spread
- Review settings and click Start
- Monitor performance on the Terminal or Dashboard
Recommended First Settings
Ladder Bot (start here):
- Mode: 2 (Standard) - no brain signal needed, works out of the box
- Market: BTCUSD or ETHUSD on any connected exchange
- Order size: $100-200
- Spread: 5-8 bps
- Levels: 2-3
Pro Trader (experienced users):
- Market: BTCUSD or ETHUSD
- Order size: $250+
- Spread: 4-6 bps
- Requires more capital and tighter monitoring
Run for at least 24 hours before adjusting settings. Observe how the bot behaves across different market conditions before increasing size or tightening spreads.