Everything you need to get set up and trading — from creating your account to starting the bot, in plain language, no technical background required.
Welcome to 3Algos. This guide will take you from "I just signed up" to "my bot is running" in a few simple steps. No technical background is needed — if you can install an app and follow a short checklist, you can get set up.
Your 3Algos account gives you access to two fully automated trading bots:
Runs inside MetaTrader 5 and trades through your broker account. Ideal for forex, metals, indices and similar markets.
A standalone Windows app that trades on a crypto exchange. Binance is supported today, with more exchanges coming soon.
Once you have it set up and switched on, Zenith 8 does the work for you. It watches the market around the clock, decides when to trade, places the trades, and manages each one through to its close — all automatically. You simply keep an eye on your dashboard whenever you like. There is nothing to chart, calculate, or time by hand.
Zenith 8 is a tool, not a crystal ball. It does not predict the future and it cannot remove the normal risks of trading. Markets go up and down, and trading always carries the possibility of loss. Used sensibly, Zenith 8 takes the manual effort and emotion out of placing and managing trades — but the decision to trade, and with how much, is always yours.
Getting started is quick. Here is the short checklist of what you will need.
The bots only trade while your computer is on and connected to the internet. If you would like yours to keep running around the clock without leaving your home PC on, you can rent a VPS — a "virtual computer" that stays online in a data center. It is entirely optional. Basic plans from popular providers typically cost only a few dollars a month, and our support team is happy to point you in the right direction.
Your 3Algos account is your home base. It is where you download the software, sign in to the bot, and manage your subscription. Creating one is free and takes about a minute.
Open 3algos.com in your web browser and click Start 7 days free.
Type in your email address and choose a password. No credit card is required to start your free trial.
Check your inbox for a confirmation message and click the link inside. This activates your account and unlocks your downloads and support chat.
Once confirmed, sign in. Your account dashboard is where everything lives — downloads, your subscription, and support.
You will use this same 3Algos email and password to sign in to the bot itself (you will see how in the next chapters). There is no separate login to remember.
Zenith 8 runs inside MetaTrader 5, the free trading platform used by brokers worldwide. This chapter takes you from download to a bot that is ready to switch on.
If you do not already have it, download MetaTrader 5 from your broker's website and install it. Open the platform and sign in with the account details your broker gave you, so that it is connected and showing live prices.
Sign in to your account on 3algos.com, open the Downloads page on your dashboard, and click Download Zenith 8 for MetaTrader 5. The file is small and downloads in seconds.
Double-click the file you just downloaded and follow the on-screen prompts. The installer places Zenith 8 in the right place inside MetaTrader 5 for you — there is nothing to configure by hand. When it finishes, restart MetaTrader 5 if it was open.
In MetaTrader 5, open any price chart, then find Zenith 8 in the platform's Navigator list and drag it onto the chart. A small window appears — click OK to confirm. You only need to do this once.
The first time Zenith 8 starts, it asks for your 3Algos email and password — the same ones you created in Chapter 3. Enter them once. The bot securely remembers them on your own computer, so you will not need to type them again.
Zenith 8 Crypto is a standalone app for Windows — there is no separate platform to install. It trades on a crypto exchange. Binance is supported today, with more exchanges coming soon.
Sign in to your account on 3algos.com, open the Downloads page on your dashboard, and click Download Zenith 8 Crypto for Windows.
Double-click the downloaded file and follow the on-screen prompts. When it finishes, open Zenith 8 Crypto from your Start menu or desktop shortcut.
When the app opens, sign in with your 3Algos email and password — the same ones from Chapter 3. The app securely remembers them on your own computer.
To let the app trade for you, you connect it to your exchange account using exchange "API keys." This sounds technical, but it is just a secure connection code you create on the exchange's website. We walk through it step by step in the next chapter, including the one safety rule that matters most.
For a bot to trade for you, it needs to be connected to the account that holds your money — a broker (for Zenith 8) or a crypto exchange (for Zenith 8 Crypto). Here is how each works.
This part is easy: there is nothing extra to set up. Zenith 8 trades through the broker account you are already signed in to inside MetaTrader 5. As long as MetaTrader 5 is connected and showing live prices, Zenith 8 is connected too. Your money stays with your broker the whole time.
For crypto, you connect the app to your exchange using "API keys." An API key is simply a secure code, created on the exchange's own website, that lets the app place trades on your behalf — without ever needing your exchange password.
The keys you enter are stored locally on your own computer, inside the app. They are not uploaded to 3Algos and we never see them. They simply let the app talk to your exchange from your machine.
Both bots are built around one main control: a simple on/off switch. When it is off, the bot watches quietly and does nothing with your money. When it is on, it trades automatically. You are always in charge of this switch.
When you are ready to begin, find the main AUTO switch on your dashboard and turn it on. It lights up to confirm the bot is now live. From this moment the bot watches the market around the clock and places and manages trades for you, all by itself.
To stop, turn the same AUTO switch off. The bot immediately stops opening new trades. Any trades that are already open continue to be looked after by the bot so they are not left unmanaged.
Turning the bot off stops new trades but leaves existing ones running under the bot's care. If you would prefer to close open trades yourself, you can always do that directly in MetaTrader 5 (for Zenith 8) or on your exchange (for Zenith 8 Crypto) — you stay in full control of your account at all times.
The dashboard is your at-a-glance view of what the bot is doing. You do not need to study it constantly — a quick look whenever you are curious is plenty. Here are the main things you will see.
A clear indicator shows whether the bot is connected and live. A green status means everything is running normally and the bot is receiving live prices.
The main AUTO control, covered in the previous chapter. At a glance you can always tell whether the bot is actively trading or paused.
A few simple figures keep you informed at a high level:
A list of what the bot is currently trading, so you can see its activity. Each entry shows the market and how that trade is doing. The bot opens, manages, and closes these for you automatically.
Every new account begins with a full 7-day free trial, and no card is required to start it. The trial gives you complete access to both Zenith 8 and Zenith 8 Crypto, so you can install everything, connect your accounts, and see the bots in action before deciding whether to subscribe.
If you choose to continue after your trial, you can subscribe at:
| Plan | Price |
|---|---|
| Monthly | $129 per month |
| Yearly | $999 per year |
One subscription covers both Zenith 8 and Zenith 8 Crypto. You can manage your plan, upgrade, or cancel at any time from your account dashboard.
If your subscription ends, you stay protected. The bot stops opening any new trades, but it keeps safely managing any trades that are already open — it will never abandon a position or close one just because the subscription has lapsed. Whenever you renew, the bot simply resumes opening new trades as normal.
Your money never passes through 3Algos. It stays where it already is — in your own broker or exchange account, in your name. We want you to feel completely confident on this point, so here is exactly how it works.
3Algos does not hold, receive, or have access to your trading funds. Zenith 8 simply places and manages trades within the account you already control. You can deposit and withdraw with your broker or exchange exactly as you always have.
For crypto, the connection you set up only allows the app to view your account and place trades — never to withdraw. As long as you leave Withdraw permission switched off when you create your API key (see Chapter 6), no withdrawal of your funds is possible through the app.
The bots and your login run on your own computer. Your connection details are stored locally on your machine, not on our servers. You can pause the bot, change your settings, or disconnect at any time.
No. The bots are fully automated and designed to be easy for newcomers. This guide and our support team cover everything you need to get set up.
The bot only trades while its app is running and connected to the internet. If you want it to run around the clock without leaving your home PC on, you can use a VPS (see Chapter 2). It is optional.
Yes. Every account includes a full 7-day free trial with no card required, covering both bots. You can install, connect, and run everything during the trial.
Yes. One subscription covers both Zenith 8 and Zenith 8 Crypto. You can use either or both.
Binance is supported today. More exchanges are coming soon — keep an eye on your dashboard for updates.
Your money never goes to 3Algos — it stays in your own broker or exchange account. The crypto connection cannot withdraw funds when you follow the simple setup in Chapter 6. See Chapter 10 for full details.
Yes. Turn the AUTO switch off at any time and the bot stops opening new trades immediately. You can also manage or close trades yourself in your broker or exchange.
The bot stops opening new trades but keeps safely managing any trades that are already open. When you renew, it resumes as normal. See Chapter 9.
Subscriptions are non-refundable, which is why we offer a full 7-day free trial so you can evaluate everything before subscribing.
We cannot promise any particular result. Trading carries risk, results vary from person to person and over time, and past performance does not guarantee future results. Only trade with money you can afford to lose.
If you ever get stuck or just have a question, we are here to help. There are two easy ways to reach us.
The quickest way to get help is to open a support ticket from your 3Algos account dashboard. Describe what you need and our team will get back to you. This is the best option if your question is about your account or your setup.
You can also email us any time at support@3algos.com. We are happy to help with anything from installation to general questions.
Thank you for choosing 3Algos. Please remember that trading carries risk and can result in the loss of capital. Results vary, and past performance does not guarantee future results. Only trade with money you can afford to lose.