TradingView with Tradeify: Tradovate Add-on Setup and Integration Guide

I spent $155 on a TradingView Pro subscription before realizing I could use it for free with my Tradeify account. Then I spent 2 hours trying to connect TradingView to Tradovate, failing repeatedly because I didn't activate the add-on in the right sequence. Orders were rejected, charts wouldn't update, and I couldn't figure out why my Tradovate credentials worked perfectly in the web platform but failed in TradingView.

The problem? I tried connecting TradingView before enabling the Tradovate add-on. That single mistake cost me 2 hours of troubleshooting and nearly $155 in unnecessary subscription fees.

This guide documents the exact step-by-step process I now use to set up TradingView with every new Tradeify account. Follow this sequence precisely, and you'll be trading through TradingView in under 15 minutes—with zero connection errors.

Quick heads-up: This article is based on my real experience with Tradeify and the info available when I published/updated this. Things change in prop trading — rules, payouts, promos, all of it.

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Why Use TradingView with Tradeify?

The Advantages

Best-in-class charting: TradingView's charts are objectively better than Tradovate's built-in charts. More indicators, better drawing tools, cleaner interface, superior multi-timeframe analysis.

Cloud-based everything: Your layouts, indicators, alerts, and drawings sync across all devices. Start a chart on desktop, continue on mobile—everything's there.

Social features: Access millions of trading ideas, scripts, and indicators from the TradingView community. Copy strategies, learn from others, share your own analysis.

Pine Script: Create custom indicators and automated strategies with TradingView's programming language (if you're into that).

Superior mobile experience: TradingView's mobile app is significantly better than Tradovate's for charting and analysis.

The Disadvantages

5-second chart delay (free accounts): Free TradingView accounts get chart data updates every 5 seconds, not real-time. For scalping, this matters. For swing trading, it's acceptable.

Order execution through Tradovate: You're still routing orders through Tradovate's servers. TradingView is just the interface—execution happens on Tradovate's infrastructure.

Third-party risk: TradingView bugs, API issues, or connectivity problems are outside Tradeify's control. If TradingView's platform fails, Tradeify won't compensate or repair your account.

Monthly add-on renewal: The Tradovate add-on expires every 30 days and must be manually renewed. Forget to renew, and you can't trade through TradingView.

No advanced order types: TradingView's order panel is simpler than Tradovate's. OCO orders, trailing stops, and other advanced features aren't available through TradingView.

My Setup

I use a hybrid approach:

• TradingView: Charting, analysis, drawing tools, indicator alerts
• Tradovate Web: Order entry, position management, account monitoring

This gives me TradingView's superior charting with Tradovate's advanced order management. Best of both worlds.

Prerequisites: What You Need Before Starting

1. Active Tradeify Account

You need an evaluation or funded account that's active (not expired, not failed, not paused).

Verify your account status:

1. Log into app-f.tradeify.co/dashboard
2. Check account shows "Active" status
3. Confirm balance is above locked drawdown (funded accounts)
4. If evaluation, confirm it's not expired

2. Tradovate Credentials

Located at the top of your Tradeify dashboard:

• Username: TRAD######
• Password: Generated password (starts with capital letter)

Copy these now and paste into a secure note. You'll need them multiple times during setup.

3. TradingView Account

Option A: Free Account (Recommended to Start)

• Sign up at tradingview.com
• No credit card required
• Chart data updates every 5 seconds
• Sufficient for testing and most trading styles

Option B: Paid Account (For Scalpers)

• Essential plan: $12.95/month (real-time data)
• Plus plan: $24.95/month (more indicators)
• Premium plan: $49.95/month (all features)

Start with free, upgrade later if you need real-time charts.

4. Signed Non-Professional Data Agreement

Critical: You must sign this through Tradovate BEFORE connecting TradingView.

How to verify it's signed:

1. Go to trader.tradovate.com
2. Log in (TRAD###### + password, Simulation environment)
3. If you see a pop-up about data agreement → Sign it
4. If no pop-up → It's already signed
5. Wait 15 minutes after signing before proceeding

Step-by-Step Setup Process

Step 1: Activate TradingView Add-on in Tradovate (CRITICAL)

This is the step 90% of traders skip, causing connection failures.

Process:

1. Go to https://trader.tradovate.com
2. Log in:
   • Username: Your TRAD######
   • Password: Your generated password
   • Environment: Simulation (not Live)
3. Click the hamburger menu (three lines, top-right)
4. Select "Application Settings"
5. Click "Add-Ons" in left sidebar
6. Find "TradingView Add-On"
7. Click "Activate TradingView Add-On"
8. Confirm when prompted
9. You'll see: "TradingView Add-On activated successfully"

Visual confirmation:The TradingView section should now show "Active" with a green indicator.

Wait 2-3 minutes for activation to process before proceeding to Step 2.

Step 2: Create/Login to TradingView

1. Go to https://tradingview.com
2. Click "Get started" (if new) or "Sign in" (if existing)
3. Create account or log in with existing credentials
4. Skip any subscription prompts (you don't need paid yet)

Note: Your TradingView account is separate from your Tradovate credentials. Don't confuse them.

Step 3: Open a Chart in TradingView

1. In the search bar (top-center), type: ES1! (E-mini S&P 500 continuous contract)
2. Click the first result
3. Chart opens
4. You should see price data (this is TradingView's data, not from Tradovate yet)

Alternative symbols to test:

• NQ1! (Nasdaq)
• MES1! (Micro S&P)
• MNQ1! (Micro Nasdaq)

Step 4: Open the Trading Panel

Location: Bottom of the screen, look for "Trading Panel" tab

If you don't see it:

1. Top menu → "Trading Panel"
2. Or press Alt+T (Windows) / Option+T (Mac)

Trading Panel should now be visible at the bottom of your chart.

Step 5: Connect to Tradovate Broker

1. In Trading Panel, find the broker selector (usually shows "Paper Trading" by default)
2. Click broker dropdown
3. Scroll to find "Tradovate"
4. Click "Tradovate"

A login window appears.

Step 6: Login to Tradovate Through TradingView

Critical: Follow this sequence exactly.

1. In the login window, find the environment dropdown
2. Select "Demo" (TradingView calls it "Demo" instead of "Simulation")
3. Enter username: Your TRAD######
4. Enter password: Your generated password
   • Watch out: Some systems lowercase the first letter when pasting
   • If password starts with capital letter, verify it after pasting
5. Click "Connect" or "Login"

What happens next:

• Authentication process (5-10 seconds)
• If successful: Trading Panel shows your account info
• If failed: Error message (see Troubleshooting section below)

Step 7: Verify Connection Success

You should now see in the Trading Panel:

Account section:

• Account name: Your Tradeify account (50K Growth, etc.)
• Balance: Your current account balance
• Buying power: Your available capital

Positions tab:

• Any open positions (probably empty if first time)

Orders tab:

• Order history and working orders

If you see all three sections populated with your account info, connection is successful.

Step 8: Place a Test Order (Optional but Recommended)

Test with 1 micro contract to verify everything works:

1. In the Trading Panel, make sure correct account is selected
2. Click "New Order" or use the order entry on the chart
3. Select: MES (Micro E-mini S&P 500)
4. Quantity: 1
5. Order type: Limit
6. Price: Set 5-10 ticks away from current market (so it doesn't fill immediately)
7. Click "Buy" or "Sell"
8. Order should appear in "Orders" tab
9. Cancel the order immediately (right-click → Cancel)

If order was placed and cancelled successfully, your setup is complete.

Connection Troubleshooting

Issue: "Failed to Login" Error

Cause 1: Wrong environment selected

• Solution: Make sure "Demo" is selected, not "Live"

Cause 2: Wrong credentials

• Solution: Copy credentials directly from app-f.tradeify.co/dashboard top section

Cause 3: Didn't activate add-on

• Solution: Go back to Step 1, activate TradingView add-on in Tradovate

Cause 4: Case sensitivity

• Solution: Password is case-sensitive, verify capital letters are correct

Issue: "TradingView Not Entitled to Access Your Account"

This means you didn't activate the add-on.

Solution:

1. Close TradingView connection attempt
2. Go to trader.tradovate.com
3. Application Settings → Add-Ons → Activate TradingView
4. Wait 2-3 minutes
5. Try connecting again from TradingView

Issue: Connection Works But No Account Shows

Cause: Connected to wrong environment or personal Tradovate account.

Solution:

1. Disconnect from broker in TradingView
2. Verify you're using TRAD###### username (not email)
3. Verify "Demo" environment selected
4. Reconnect

Issue: Charts Update But Can't Place Orders

Cause 1: Data agreement not signed

• Solution: Go to trader.tradovate.com → Sign Non-Professional Data Agreement → Wait 15 minutes

Cause 2: Outside market hours

• Solution: Futures trade 6 PM - 5 PM ET (Sunday-Friday). Check current time.

Cause 3: Account at/beyond drawdown limit

• Solution: Check your account status in Tradeify dashboard. You may be in liquidation-only mode.

Issue: Orders Rejected with "Invalid Instrument"

Cause: Trading symbol not supported by Tradeify.

Solution:Verify you're trading allowed symbols:

• ES, MES (S&P 500) ✓
• NQ, MNQ (Nasdaq) ✓
• RTY, M2K (Russell 2000) ✓
• YM, MYM (Dow Jones) ✓
• GC, MGC (Gold) ✓
• CL, MCL (Crude Oil) ✓

Don't try to trade Bitcoin futures, agricultural commodities, or other exotics unless verified in Tradeify's allowed instruments list.

Understanding Data Delays: Free vs Paid TradingView

Free TradingView (5-Second Delay)

Chart data: Updates every 5 secondsOrder execution: Real-time (no delay)Account balance: Real-timePosition updates: Real-time

What this means:Your charts lag 5 seconds behind market, but when you click "Buy," the order executes immediately at current market price (real-time).

Example Scenario

10:30:00 AM - Market price: $5,000.0010:30:05 AM - Your chart shows: $5,000.00 (5-second delay)10:30:05 AM - You click Buy at $5,000.0010:30:05 AM - Order executes at: $5,000.50 (current market price, not chart price)

Result: Your chart was 5 seconds delayed, but your execution was real-time. You paid $5,000.50, not the $5,000.00 shown on your chart.

Is 5-Second Delay Acceptable?

For scalping (multiple trades per minute): No. You need real-time data.

For day trading (holding 5-30 minutes): Mostly acceptable. 5-second delay doesn't matter much for swing entries.

For swing trading (holding hours/days): Completely fine. The delay is irrelevant.

Paid TradingView (Real-Time Data)

Essential plan ($12.95/month):

• Real-time chart data
• 5 indicators per chart
• 2 charts per tab
• Good for most day traders

Plus plan ($24.95/month):

• Real-time data
• 10 indicators per chart
• 4 charts per tab
• Better for multi-timeframe analysis

I use: Essential plan. The real-time data matters for my scalping. The extra indicators in Plus aren't necessary for my strategy.

Monthly Add-On Renewal (Critical)

The Renewal Requirement

TradingView add-on expires every 30 days. You must manually renew it to continue trading through TradingView.

Expiration timeline:

• Activate add-on: January 1st
• Add-on expires: January 31st (30 days later)
• Can't trade through TradingView after expiration

Renewal doesn't cost money—it's included with Tradeify—but you must manually click "Renew."

How to Renew

1. Log into trader.tradovate.com
2. Application Settings → Add-Ons → TradingView
3. Click "Renew TradingView Add-On"
4. Confirm renewal
5. Wait 2-3 minutes
6. Reconnect TradingView

Set a calendar reminder for the same date each month (the date you activated).

What Happens If You Forget to Renew?

Symptoms:

• TradingView connection fails
• Error: "TradingView not entitled to access account"
• Can't place orders through TradingView

Solution:Same as renewal process above. Renew the add-on, wait 2-3 minutes, reconnect.

I've forgotten twice. Both times cost me 15 minutes of troubleshooting before realizing the add-on expired.

Advanced TradingView Features for Tradeify Traders

1. Creating Price Alerts

Use case: Get notified when price hits a level while you're away from charts.

Setup:

1. Right-click on chart at desired price level
2. Click "Add Alert"
3. Set condition: "Crossing" (price crosses your level)
4. Set alert action: Notification, email, webhook
5. Click "Create"

Alert triggers → you get notified → open platform → place trade.

I use this for breakout trades. Set alerts at key levels overnight, get woken up if price breaks out.

2. Custom Indicator Setup

TradingView has 100,000+ community indicators.

How to add:

1. Click "Indicators" button (top of chart)
2. Search for indicator name (EMA, RSI, VWAP, etc.)
3. Click to add
4. Adjust settings (right-click indicator → Settings)

My setup:

• 9 EMA, 21 EMA (trend)
• VWAP (intraday)
• Volume (always)
• ATR (for position sizing)

3. Pine Script Automation (Advanced)

Pine Script = TradingView's programming language

Use cases:

• Custom indicators
• Automated strategy backtesting
• Alert conditions based on multiple criteria

Example simple script:

//@version=5
indicator("My EMA Cross", overlay=true)
ema9 = ta.ema(close, 9)
ema21 = ta.ema(close, 21)
plot(ema9, color=color.blue)
plot(ema21, color=color.red)
// Alert when 9 EMA crosses above 21 EMA
alertcondition(ta.crossover(ema9, ema21), "Bullish Cross")


This creates an alert every time 9 EMA crosses above 21 EMA.

4. Multiple Chart Layouts

Save different layouts for different trading scenarios:

Layout 1: "Scalping"

• 1-minute chart (ES)
• 1-minute chart (NQ)
• VWAP + Volume
• Trading Panel open

Layout 2: "Swing Trading"

• 15-minute chart (ES)
• 1-hour chart (ES)
• Daily chart (ES)
• More space for analysis

Save layouts:

1. Set up your charts
2. Top-right: Click profile icon → Layouts → Save
3. Name your layout
4. Switch between layouts anytime

5. Drawing Tools for Technical Analysis

Best tools:

• Trendlines: Connect swing highs/lows
• Horizontal lines: Support/resistance levels
• Fibonacci retracements: Measure pullbacks
• Rectangle: Identify consolidation zones

All drawings sync across devices. Draw on desktop, see same lines on mobile.

6. Watchlist Creation

Create custom watchlists for contracts you trade:

1. Click "Watchlist" button (right side)
2. Create new list
3. Add symbols: ES1!, NQ1!, MES1!, MNQ1!
4. See all prices at a glance
5. Click symbol to open chart

I keep separate watchlists:

• "Scalping" (MES, MNQ, M2K)
• "Swing" (ES, NQ, RTY)
• "Commodities" (GC, CL)

TradingView Mobile App Setup

Download and Setup

iOS: App Store → "TradingView"Android: Google Play → "TradingView"

Login:

1. Use your TradingView account credentials (not Tradovate)
2. All your charts, layouts, and drawings sync automatically

Connecting Tradovate on Mobile

1. Open TradingView app
2. Open a chart
3. Tap "Trade" button (bottom)
4. Select "Tradovate"
5. Login (same credentials as desktop: TRAD######, "Demo" environment)
6. Connected

Mobile limitations:

• Smaller screen = harder to analyze
• Order entry is simplified (fewer order types)
• No advanced charting tools

I use mobile for:

• Monitoring open positions
• Closing positions remotely
• Checking charts away from desk
• Not for opening new positions (too risky with small screen)

Hybrid Setup: TradingView + Tradovate Web

Why I Use Both Simultaneously

TradingView strengths:

• Superior charting
• Better indicators
• Cloud-synced drawings
• Mobile accessibility

Tradovate Web strengths:

• Advanced order types (OCO, trailing stops)
• Real-time account monitoring
• More reliable order routing
• No monthly renewal requirement

My Actual Setup

Monitor 1: TradingView

• 4 charts: 1-min ES, 1-min NQ, 5-min ES, 15-min ES
• VWAP + EMAs + Volume
• All drawings and analysis

Monitor 2: Tradovate Web

• Chart of currently trading instrument (backup)
• Account widget (balance, drawdown monitoring)
• Order entry widget
• Positions widget

Why split them?

• If TradingView disconnects, I can still trade on Tradovate
• Tradovate shows real-time balance updates faster
• TradingView occasionally has order routing delays (5-10 seconds)
• Redundancy prevents total lockout

Order Routing Strategy

Analysis → TradingViewExecution → Tradovate Web

I identify entries on TradingView, but I place orders on Tradovate. This eliminates any TradingView-specific execution issues.

The extra 2 seconds to switch windows is worth the reliability.

Cost Breakdown: TradingView with Tradeify

My recommendation:

• Start with TradingView Free (test if 5-second delay works for you)
• Upgrade to Essential if you scalp ($12.95/month)
• Skip Plus/Premium unless you need specific features

Total cost for optimal setup:

• Tradeify: $135-$495 (depending on account type)
• TradingView: $0-$12.95/month

Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Mistake #1: Trying to Connect Before Activating Add-on

Symptom: "TradingView not entitled" error

Fix: Always activate add-on in Tradovate FIRST, then connect from TradingView.

Mistake #2: Forgetting Monthly Renewal

Symptom: Connection fails on day 31, confused why it worked yesterday

Fix: Set calendar reminder on activation date, renew monthly.

Mistake #3: Selecting "Live" Instead of "Demo"

Symptom: Login fails, credentials don't work

Fix: Always select "Demo" environment in TradingView (it's Tradovate's simulation).

Mistake #4: Using TradingView for Advanced Orders

Symptom: Can't find OCO, trailing stops, bracket orders in TradingView

Fix: Use Tradovate Web for advanced order types. TradingView panel is simplified.

Mistake #5: Not Signing Data Agreement

Symptom: Connected but data is delayed (orange symbols) or can't trade

Fix: Sign Non-Professional Data Agreement at trader.tradovate.com before connecting TradingView.

Mistake #6: Paying for TradingView Unnecessarily

Symptom: Bought premium subscription before testing free version

Fix: Start free, evaluate if 5-second delay affects your trading, upgrade only if necessary.

Mistake #7: Trusting TradingView for Critical Account Monitoring

Symptom: Didn't notice drawdown violation because relied on TradingView balance

Fix: Always monitor account health in Tradovate Web or Tradeify dashboard. TradingView is for charting, not account management.

FAQ

Do I need a paid TradingView subscription to trade with Tradeify?

No. The free TradingView account works perfectly for trading—you get full order execution capabilities. The only limitation is chart data updates every 5 seconds instead of real-time. For scalping, real-time matters. For day/swing trading, 5-second delay is acceptable.

Does the TradingView add-on cost extra?

No. The Tradovate add-on for TradingView is included with all Tradeify accounts at no additional cost. However, you must manually renew it every 30 days (renewal is also free).

Can I use TradingView on mobile with my Tradeify account?

Yes. Download the TradingView app (iOS/Android), connect to Tradovate broker using your TRAD###### credentials and "Demo" environment, and you can trade from mobile. All charts and drawings sync between desktop and mobile.

What happens if I forget to renew the monthly add-on?

TradingView connection stops working. You'll get an error message saying "TradingView not entitled to access account." Simply log into trader.tradovate.com, go to Add-Ons, click "Renew TradingView," wait 2-3 minutes, and reconnect from TradingView.

Why does TradingView show "Demo" but Tradovate shows "Simulation"?

They're the same environment. Tradovate calls it "Simulation," TradingView calls it "Demo." Both refer to Tradeify's simulated funded accounts. Always select this option—never "Live."

Can I have Tradovate Web and TradingView connected simultaneously?

Yes. You can have both connected at the same time. They both show the same account in real-time. Orders placed in one platform appear in the other. Positions and balance sync across both.

Does TradingView support all Tradovate's order types?

No. TradingView's order panel is simplified. You get market orders, limit orders, and stop orders, but not OCO (one-cancels-other), trailing stops, or advanced bracket orders. Use Tradovate Web for complex order types.

If TradingView has a bug or outage, will Tradeify compensate me?

No. TradingView is a third-party platform outside Tradeify's control. Issues arising from TradingView's API, connectivity, bugs, or downtime are not covered by Tradeify. This is why I recommend keeping Tradovate Web open as backup.

Can I use TradingView's automated trading features with Tradeify?

TradingView supports strategy automation through Pine Script and webhooks. However, this requires additional third-party services to route orders. Tradeify doesn't officially support or endorse automated trading through TradingView. If you automate, you do so at your own risk.

How do I disconnect TradingView if I want to stop using it?

In TradingView's Trading Panel, click the broker connection icon → Disconnect. You can reconnect anytime by repeating the login process. This doesn't deactivate the Tradovate add-on—it just disconnects the current session.

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