This guide explains how to connect to your MetaTrader 5 (MT5) account using the credentials you received by email after purchasing a Stradger challenge.
Step 1: Open MT5
Launch MetaTrader 5 on your computer.
In the top menu, click:
File → Open an Account
Step 2: Find the broker server
In the search field, type the name of the server you received by email.
Select the server you received by email from the list.
Then click Next.
⚠️ If you don’t see it, make sure MT5 is up to date and that you typed the name correctly.
Step 3: Log in with existing account
Choose “Connect with an existing trade account”.
Enter the credentials you received by email:
Login (account number)
Password
Server (exactly as provided)
Click Finish.
Step 4: Check the connection
If the login is successful:
You’ll see price charts loading
The connection status will appear in the bottom-right corner of MT5
You’re now connected and ready to trade.
Optional: Trade directly from your browser
You can also trade without installing MT5.
In the credentials email you received, you’ll find a Terminal link.
Simply:
Open the link in your browser
Log in using the same login and password
Start trading instantly from your browser
This option is useful if you’re on a different computer or don’t want to install MT5.
Need help?
If you can’t connect:
Double-check the login, password, and server
Make sure you selected the right server
Restart MT5 and try again
If the issue continues, contact our support team via Intercom and we’ll help you quickly.