> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.quantower.com/quantower/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.quantower.com/quantower/connections/connection-to-ctrader/how-to-connect-to-ic-markets-via-quantower.md).

# How to connect to IC Markets via Quantower

To connect Quantower platform to IC Markets broker and send trading orders, you need to use cTrader Gateway. If you already have a trading account with IC Markets, then go to the penultimate step in this manual.

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* Go to the official [**IC Markets**](https://www.icmarkets.com) website and **Create a trading account** by filling out the registration form.

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* During the registration, always choose the **cTrader** platform where you need to specify it.

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* After creating a demo account, check the E-Mail that you used when registering your account. In the letter with subject **"Welcome to cTrader ID"** is your ID that will be used as a login in platforms Quantower and cTrader. Set the password for authorization by clicking on the **"Set Password"** button.

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* Before connecting for the first time through Quantower platform, you need to activate your account in the cTrader system. You can do it via IC Markets **cTrader Web-based** platform <https://ct.icmarkets.com/>

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* Once you logged in to the cTrader paltform (web, desktop or mobile) you need to accept the License Agreement.
* After that, in the Quantower platform in the connection manager, select cTrader Gateway connection with Demo or Real and press **"Connect"** button. An authorization form will appear, where you need to specify an email or cTrader ID, as well as a password. This is a standard OAUTH authorization where you can see the connection information. **Allow access** and start trading :)

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* Now you can place and manage your orders via Quantower or cTrader. Good luck!

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