What is Quantower, and how do I get set up?

Modified on Wed, 23 Apr at 8:44 AM

You will need Quantower version 1.142.20 or later.


Quantower is a multi-asset and multi-connect trading platform that TradeDay supports via a connection to the TradeDayX platform. 


Please note:


  1. You need to sign up for a TradeDayX evaluation in order to connect the platform

  2. You will need your own Quantower licence. VERSION 1.142.20 or later 

  3. Quantower only works on Windows operating systems. 


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Connecting Your ProjectX Account to Quantower (for TradeDay Traders)                     

Prerequisites

                            

Before logging in to Quantower, ensure you:

  • Have received your TradeDayX login credentials

  • Have accepted the market data and platform agreements by logging into the TradeDayX platform and signing the three documents


Important: You must log in to the TradeDayX platform at least once to accept the required agreements. If this step is skipped, you will not be able to connect via Quantower.

       

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First-Time Setup (If You're Downloading Quantower for the First Time)

  1. Download Quantower from the official Quantower website

  2. After downloading, click “Extract” when prompted

3. The platform will launch automatically with DX Feed selected by default (leave this as-is for now).

                           

4. Click the “Connections” button located in the top header


                

5. Disconnect from DX Feed or any other default connection.


6. From the list of available connections, select “ProjectX”

7. In the Server dropdown menu, choose “TradeDay” 

                     

                                                                         

8. Enter your TradeDayX credentials and click Login

                    

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If you already have Quantower installed:


  1. Open Quantower

  2. Click the “Connections” button at the top

  3. Disconnect from any active connection (e.g., DX Feed)

  4. Select “ProjectX” from the list of available connections

  5. In the Server dropdown, choose “TradeDay”

  6. Log in using your TradeDayX credentials
     
                                

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You're Connected!

Once connected, you’ll have full access to your TradeDay evaluation or funded account through Quantower, with real-time data, charts, and order management powered by ProjectX.

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Having Issues?

If you encounter any connection issues:


    ● Make sure you've first logged into the ProjectX platform to accept all agreements first
    ● Double-check your 
username/password

    ● Confirm you’ve selected “TradeDay” under the Server dropdown. Make sure you have the latest version of Quantower installed. (1.142.20 or later)



                                
For further support, reach out to 
our support team at support@tradeday.com
                             

                                             

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