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Getting Started with AlgoHook

AlgoHook connects your TradingView strategies and signals with MetaTrader 4 & 5, giving you seamless execution with professional-grade reliability. This guide will help you set up AlgoHook quickly and confidently.

0. Create Your Account

Register at the AlgoHook Portal. Once logged in, your License ID will be available in the dashboard. You’ll need this during EA installation.

1. System Requirements

  • Supported: Windows 10, 11, Server 2016/2019/2022
  • Not Supported: Windows 8 or earlier, Server 2012 or earlier, MetaQuotes VPS
  • Mac Users: Can run via emulation; stability may vary. Windows VPS recommended.
💡 VPS hosting reduces latency and ensures faster execution, especially when close to your broker’s servers.

2. TradingView Account Requirements

AlgoHook uses webhook alerts. You need a paid TradingView plan (Essential or higher).

Subscribe to TradingView

3. AlgoHook EA Installation

  1. Download the AlgoHook Expert Advisor (EA).
  2. Copy into MQL4/Experts or MQL5/Experts.
  3. Restart MetaTrader and attach EA to chart.
  4. Enter your License ID when prompted.
MT4 Install

Preset files are available to load pre-configured settings.

MT5 Install
💡 Presets include risk management: % balance, partial closes, trailing stop. Load them in EA settings (F7 → Load Preset).

4. Test Your Connection

Send a test alert from TradingView:

{
  "symbol": "NZDUSD",
  "action": "BUY",
  "ingressKey": "ak-fXXXX",
  "timestamp": "{{timenow}}"
}

5. AlgoHook Syntax Basics

Format: LicenseID,command,symbol,parameters

{
  "symbol": "NZDUSD",
  "action": "BUY",
  "ingressKey": "ak-fXXXX",
  "timestamp": "{{timenow}}"
}

6. Configuring EA Options

  • Target type (pips, price, %)
  • Volume type (lots, $, % balance)
  • Trade management (reverse signals, pyramiding, partial closes)

7. Strategy Integration

Start simple with TradingView scripts (SuperTrend, RSI, etc.). Advanced users can write Pine Script strategies for precision alerts.

8. Monitoring & Notifications

  • Check AlgoHook Portal logs for every incoming signal.
  • Review MetaTrader “Experts” and “Journal” tabs.
  • Set up email or Telegram alerts for errors and status updates.

9. Security Options

Each client gets a unique Secret Key (sent via email). Always keep your License ID and Secret Key private.

⚠️ Never share your License ID or Secret Key — they authorize trades on your account.

10. Best Practices

  • Test with small risk before going live.
  • Use VPS near your broker.
  • Regularly review EA + TradingView alerts.
  • Keep strategies simple, refine gradually.

⚠️ AlgoHook is an automation infrastructure provider. We do not provide trading signals or financial advice. Trading involves risk — use responsibly.