MetaTrader 5 (MT5) is an advanced version of MetaTrader 4 (MT4), designed as a next generation platform offering high-speed performance and enhanced functionality. A PC that meets the following recommended specifications will allow you to run MetaTrader 5 for Mac and experience seamless trading.

*1The latest version is recommended.

Please check if your devices meet these requirements.

Minimum System Requirements

The recommended OS, CatalinaOS, was released in 2019 or later. Users who have not updated their OS for a long time should take note. Additionally, the recommended specifications for memory and HDD are higher compared to MT4. Please ensure your system meets these requirements before use.

While Apple sold Macs with Intel CPUs until 2020,  some models released after 2020 are equipped with Apple Silicon processors (M1 to M4), developed in-house by Apple.

Along with these requirements, you need to open an FXON MT5 account beforehand to log in to MT5. Please proceed with the following steps after ensuring that you have opened the account successfully and received login information via your registered email address.

How do I open a real account?

How do I open a demo account?

To install the MT5 for Mac on your PC, click the button to download the installer.

Download

Double-click the downloaded zip file "Meta Trader5.pkg", then double-click the extracted pkg file named "MetaTrader 5".

Double-click the installer to display the installation screen. Then, click "Continue" to begin the installation.

When the terms of license agreement appear, please review the content and click "Continue". You may print or save the agreement for reference.

If you agree to the terms, click the "Agree" button. If you choose the "Disagree", the installation will be canceled.

Verify the installation folder and required disk space, then click "Install".

The prompt requesting installation permission will appear. Use Touch ID or enter your password to allow installation.

Once the installation is complete, the message saying "The installation was successful" will be shown.  Click "Close".  When prompted to confirm whether you want to move the installer to the trash, select "Keep".

During the installation process, a website called "MQL5 Community", operated by MetaQuotes, will be displayed automatically in your browser. You may close the window without any issues.

Purpose of Use for MQL5 Community

MQL5 community offers a variety of functionalities. For example, users can purchase or freely obtain our custom indicators and EAs (automated trading programs), distribute their trades as signals, engage in copy trading by subscribing to signals from other traders, as well as request tool development from certified freelance developers.

After the installation, the MT5 will launch automatically.

Right-click the "Account" on the navigator on the left side of the screen, then click "Login to Trade Account".

When the login window for the trading account appears, enter (1) your ID, (2) password, and (3) server name, then clock "OK".

Upon successful login, the quotes for each instrument and chart in the top-left corner of the screen will start updating.

MetaTrader4/5 user guide

You can check whether the login was successful by looking at the status bar in the bottom-right corner. When the login is completed successfully, green bar graphs and texts " ~ / ~ kb" will be displayed.

If the login details are incorrect, a red no entry icon will be displayed. Additionally, in the case of a network issue, a loading symbol and the text  " 0 / 0 kb" will appear. Please verify your login details and network environment.

Please refer to the following link if you can’t login.

Can't login to MT4/MT5

If you have any questions regarding the installation or login process, please feel free to contact our support desk. We are committed to providing prompt and reliable assistance to ensure a smooth experience.