Crypto and forex execution engines
Algorithmic trading bots that answer to you.
TradeWorms bots run on your own machine or VPS, with your own exchange or broker API keys. Your funds stay in your custody, your strategy stays private, and live trading is a decision you flip yourself — never ours.
How it works
Three things that are true of every tier, from Starter to Institutional.
Self-hosted, your keys
The bot runs on your own VPS with your own exchange or broker API keys. We never touch your funds, and custody never leaves your account.
Paper trading by default
Every bot ships in simulated paper-trading mode. Live trading requires explicit configuration and a typed risk confirmation, after you have validated behavior.
Licensed per machine
Purchase issues a license key with a limited number of activations. The software verifies its license on startup against your account.
Three tiers
One-time purchase, perpetual license, no revenue share.
Starter
$3,000
one-time
One strategy, one asset class, done right.
- One strategy: trend-following, mean-reversion, or grid (your choice)
- Core indicators: MA crossovers, RSI, MACD, Bollinger Bands
- Fixed position sizing with hard stop-loss / take-profit
Pro
$8,000
one-time
Multi-strategy, cross-asset, with real risk management.
- Multiple concurrent strategies (trend + mean-reversion + pairs stat-arb), individually weighted
- Dynamic position sizing (volatility-adjusted / fractional Kelly)
- Portfolio risk engine: max drawdown kill-switch, per-pair exposure caps, daily loss limits
Institutional
$15,000
one-time
Multi-account, white-label, source included.
- Volatility-regime detection to switch strategy sets automatically
- Multi-account/portfolio management with per-account allocation rules
- Full source code license + API to build custom strategies on the execution engine
TradeWorms sells trading software, not investment advice. Algorithmic trading involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for every investor. Past or simulated performance does not guarantee future results.
Who TradeWorms is for
TradeWorms is for traders and developers who want to operate algorithmic trading software themselves, rather than hand an account to a managed service. You should be comfortable installing software, checking logs, configuring a strategy and reviewing the risks of unattended execution. A laptop can be useful for initial testing; an always-on machine or VPS is more appropriate for a bot you intend to leave running.
It is not a shortcut to predictable income or a substitute for understanding your market. You choose the instruments, account permissions, strategy parameters and position limits. The software follows those instructions, including when a strategy loses money. If you need someone else to select investments or manage capital, a self-hosted bot is a different kind of product.
Supported exchanges and brokers
Crypto connections use CCXT adapters, including Binance and Bybit. Available symbols, account types, market data and sandbox access depend on the exchange and your region. Verify your intended market and account permissions before buying. Our self-hosted crypto trading bot guide explains the connection model and credential precautions.
Forex connections include MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4 and cTrader. MT5 uses a local Windows terminal. MT4 uses the bundled file bridge attached to your own terminal; cTrader uses broker-provided FIX credentials, not the cTrader Automate API. Its live quote stream builds candles, so historical backtests need CSV data. Interactive Brokers connects through TWS or IB Gateway with API access enabled. Broker access, instruments and permissions must be checked individually: support for a platform does not mean every broker account works identically. Read the MT5 forex guide for the terminal requirements.
Paper trading first. Live trading by choice.
Every download starts in paper mode: the engine reads market data and simulates orders without placing real trades. Use that stage to inspect signals, position sizes, fees, drawdown and error handling. Backtesting answers a different question by replaying historical candles. Neither a historical result nor a successful simulation guarantees the same outcome in a real account.
Before live execution, run the read-only connection check and rehearse against a sandbox or broker paper account where available. Live mode requires an explicit flag and the exact confirmation phrase “I ACCEPT LIVE TRADING RISK”. Order-size, frequency and position limits add checks, but cannot eliminate slippage, gaps, outages or losses. The paper trading guide covers what to observe before making that decision.
A license, not a subscription
Starter is $3,000 for one strategy and one asset class. Pro is $8,000 for multi-strategy, cross-asset operation, dynamic sizing, a risk engine, web dashboard and webhook input. Institutional is $15,000 for multi-account operation, white-label capabilities, full source and SDK, plus the institutional live trading desk. Each is a one-time software purchase, not a revenue-sharing arrangement.
No monthly software fee does not mean no operating costs: exchange commissions, spreads, market-data subscriptions and your own hosting may still apply. License activations are limited by tier. Read the one-time license guide, compare the pricing page and check the setup requirements before purchasing.
Frequently asked questions
Does TradeWorms hold my funds?
No. Trading happens in your own exchange or broker account. You retain custody and create your own credentials. Disable withdrawal permissions on exchange keys and restrict access where your provider supports it.
Can I run the bot without risking real money?
Yes. Paper trading is the default. Simulated fills help you study behavior, but they cannot reproduce every detail of live liquidity, latency or execution.
Does the bot guarantee profits?
No. All strategies can lose money, and automation can execute mistakes quickly. Past or simulated performance is not a promise of future results.
Where do I start after purchasing?
Sign in to download your licensed build, then follow the setup guide to install it, activate the license and test in paper mode. For installation or activation problems, contact support@tradeworms.com. The TradeWorms blog collects the practical guides.