TradePro - Important Disclosures

Last Updated: January 15, 2024

Please read these important disclosures carefully before using our automated trading platform.

Platform Overview

TradePro operates as a non-custodial automated trading platform, enabling users to connect alerts from TradingView to their Interactive Brokers accounts via secure webhook API calls. Our technology infrastructure facilitates the automated execution of user-defined trading strategies without TradePro maintaining custody or control over user funds or positions.

Market Commentary Disclaimer

Important Notice

This is not financial advice.

TradePro may create content with market commentary and opinions. While we may hold positions discussed, this is not financial advice. The opinions are solely our own and do not constitute recommendations or endorsements for any particular security, strategy, or investment.

Always conduct your own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any trading or investment decisions. Trading in the financial markets involves a risk of loss.

Scripts, indicators, and strategies produced by TradePro are for informational or educational purposes only.

General Trading Automation Disclaimers

No Trading Advice

TradePro does not provide alerts, signals, research, analysis, or trading advice of any kind. The platform assists traders in executing their own decisions based on their TradingView alerts and is provided 'as-is' without any warranty.

Key Platform Characteristics

  • Non-Custodial:We never hold or control your funds or positions
  • Execution Only:We facilitate execution of your own trading decisions
  • User-Controlled:All trading strategies and decisions remain under your control
  • Technology Service:We provide technology infrastructure, not investment advice

User Skill and Experience Required

Using TradePro safely requires experience and skill in financial markets and automated trading systems. Even experienced users face significant risks.

By using TradePro, you acknowledge and assume these risks, releasing and indemnifying TradePro, its officers, employees, vendors, and service providers from any claims or damages arising from your use.

Automated Trading Risks

Automated trading systems involve inherent risks, including significant financial loss. Predetermined algorithms may not fully adapt to changing market conditions, system failures, or unexpected market events, making them unsuitable for some investors.

Assess your financial situation and risk tolerance before using this platform.

User Monitoring Responsibility

You are responsible for continuously monitoring your positions, account status, and ensuring that your signals are successfully processed by both our system and Interactive Brokers.

System outages, connectivity issues, or platform malfunctions may result in missed signals or execution failures.

Third-Party Platform Dependencies

Our service relies on third-party platforms including TradingView, Interactive Brokers, Heroku, and Digital Ocean.

TradePro is not responsible for outages, failures, policy changes, or service disruptions by these external providers that may affect your trading operations.

No Performance Guarantees

TradePro makes no representations or warranties regarding system uptime, execution speed, signal accuracy, or trading performance.

Past results do not guarantee future performance.

Technology and System Risks

Connectivity Requirements

The system requires stable internet connectivity, proper router configuration, and continuous operation of Interactive Brokers TWS or Gateway software on your computer.

Technical Failures

System malfunctions, software bugs, network outages, hardware failures, or cybersecurity incidents may result in trading losses.

TradePro disclaims all liability for such technical issues.

Position Synchronization

Users must ensure their strategy positions remain synchronized with their actual account positions. Manual trades or system failures may create discrepancies that could affect automated execution.

Common Technical Risk Factors

  • Internet connection failures
  • Server downtime or maintenance
  • Software bugs or glitches
  • Hardware malfunctions
  • Power outages or UPS failures
  • API rate limiting or restrictions
  • Cybersecurity incidents
  • Operating system updates

Interactive Brokers Integration

Account Control

You maintain complete control and ownership of your Interactive Brokers account. TradePro never has access to your account credentials, funds, or the ability to withdraw money.

API Risks

Our system connects to your Interactive Brokers account via their API. You are responsible for properly configuring API settings, security permissions, and monitoring all trading activity.

Order Execution

Our system places market orders only to ensure execution reliability. You acknowledge that market orders may result in slippage and do not guarantee specific execution prices.

Security Features

  • No credential storage by TradePro
  • Direct API connection to IBKR
  • User-controlled permissions
  • No withdrawal capabilities
  • Trading-only access
  • Real-time monitoring available

User Configuration Responsibilities

Properly configure API settings in TWS/Gateway
Set appropriate security permissions and restrictions
Monitor all trading activity and account changes
Ensure TWS/Gateway software runs continuously
Maintain secure network and system environment

Regulatory and Compliance Notice

Not a Registered Entity

TradePro is not a registered investment advisor, broker-dealer, commodity trading advisor, or any other regulated financial entity.

No Fiduciary Duty

TradePro does not owe you any fiduciary duty and is not responsible for the suitability of automated trading for your financial situation.

Regulatory Compliance

You are solely responsible for compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and tax obligations in your jurisdiction.

Important Regulatory Considerations

Securities laws and regulations vary by jurisdiction
Tax implications of automated trading may differ
Professional licensing requirements may apply
Reporting obligations may be required
Consult with legal and tax professionals

Risk of Loss Warning

CRITICAL WARNING

WARNING: TRADING FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS INVOLVES SUBSTANTIAL RISK OF LOSS. AUTOMATED TRADING SYSTEMS CAN AMPLIFY BOTH PROFITS AND LOSSES. YOU MAY LOSE SOME OR ALL OF YOUR INVESTED CAPITAL. ONLY TRADE WITH MONEY YOU CAN AFFORD TO LOSE.

Potential Losses

  • • Total loss of invested capital
  • • Losses exceeding initial investment
  • • Rapid loss amplification through automation
  • • Margin calls and forced liquidation

Automation Risks

  • • System failures during critical moments
  • • Unintended trade execution
  • • Algorithm errors or bugs
  • • Inability to manually intervene quickly

Before You Begin

• Assess your risk tolerance and financial situation

• Only use funds you can afford to lose completely

• Understand the technology and its limitations

• Have a clear exit strategy and risk management plan

• Consider consulting with financial professionals

Terms and Conditions

Agreement to Terms

By connecting any brokerage account or using our platform, you agree to this disclaimer and TradePro's Terms of Service, which includes additional disclaimers, limitations of liability, and binding arbitration provisions.

You acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accepted all risks associated with automated trading systems.

Terms Include

  • • Comprehensive risk disclosures
  • • Limitation of liability clauses
  • • User responsibility definitions
  • • Service availability terms
  • • Intellectual property rights

Legal Provisions

  • • Binding arbitration requirements
  • • Dispute resolution procedures
  • • Governing law specifications
  • • Severability clauses
  • • Amendment procedures

Required Reading

Please review our complete Terms of Service and Privacy Policy documents available on our website. These documents contain important additional information about your rights and obligations when using TradePro services.

Contact Information

For Questions Regarding These Disclosures

Email TradePro:support@tradepro.com
Legal:legal@tradepro.com
Response Time:Within 24 hours
Phone:[Phone Number]

Important Notes

Subject to Change

These disclosures are subject to change. Users will be notified of material changes and continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of updated disclosures.

Complete Document

All parts (1-5) of these disclosures must be read and understood together as a complete document.

Acknowledgment Required

By using TradePro services, you acknowledge that you have received, read, and understood all five parts of these important disclosures.

Disclosure Parts Overview

  • Platform Overview & Market Commentary
  • General Trading Automation Disclaimers
  • Technology & System Risks
  • Interactive Brokers Integration
  • Regulatory Notice & Final Terms

END OF DISCLOSURES

This document is Part 5 of 5. Please ensure you have reviewed all parts of the TradePro Important Disclosures for complete understanding of the risks and terms associated with using our automated trading platform.

Final Reminder

By proceeding to use TradePro services, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted all terms, conditions, and risk disclosures outlined in this comprehensive 5-part document.

Questions About These Disclosures?

Contact TradePro Support

Email:support@tradepro.com
Legal:legal@tradepro.com
Response Time:Within 24 hours
Phone:[Phone Number]

Final Acknowledgment Required

By using TradePro services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these important disclosures. You understand that trading involves substantial risk and that you are solely responsible for your trading decisions and their outcomes.