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Getting Started

Quick Start Checklist

Here's what you'll do in your first session:

  1. Set up an Exchange Account (Learn how)
  2. Connect your exchange API keys
  3. We recommend starting with a simulated/paper trading account
  4. Verify your account is working

  5. Create Your First Bot (Learn how)

  6. Click "Create Bot" in the left sidebar
  7. Choose from three easy methods:

    • Quick Start: Clone a configuration template
    • Standard View: Select from beginner-friendly bot types
    • Advanced View: Browse the full script library
  8. Learn to Backtest (Learn how)

  9. Test your strategies with historical data
  10. Optimize settings before going live
  11. Understand what works in different market conditions

  12. Use Backtest Labs (Learn how)

  13. Automatically find optimal settings
  14. Save time with automated testing
  15. Improve your bot's performance

Learn the Interface

The TradeServer interface is organized into sections accessible from the left menu:

  • Dashboards - Customizable overview of your trading activity
  • Bots - Create and manage your trading bots
  • HaasScript - Web editor, backtesting, and script management
  • Tools - Market analysis, exchange profiler, news feeds
  • Finance - Portfolio tracking and external wallet management

Explore the full interface documentation

Next Steps

Ready to start trading? Follow these guides:

  1. Complete Getting Started Guide
  2. Set up your first exchange account
  3. Create your first bot
  4. Learn about bot templates
  5. Explore HaasScript for custom strategies