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How to Create Pepperstone Account

Ready to access ultra‑tight spreads, fast execution, and professional trading platforms? Follow these simple steps to create your Pepperstone account—whether you want to trade live or start with a demo.

Create your Pepperstone account now and begin trading!

1. Choose Your Account Type

Pepperstone offers two main account types:

  • Live Account: Trade real money with tight spreads on forex, CFDs, commodities, and more.

  • Demo Account: Practice with virtual funds in live market conditions, risk‑free.

Decide which you want to open first. You can open both from the same registration process.

2. Access the Registration Page

  1. Click the “Open Account” button on the Pepperstone homepage or use this direct link:

  2. You will see options for Live and Demo—select the one you wish to create.

3. Enter Your Basic Details

  1. Email Address: Enter a valid email you check regularly.

  2. Country of Residence: Select from the dropdown.

  3. Password: Create a strong password (mix uppercase, lowercase, numbers, symbols).

  4. Click Continue.

4. Verify Your Contact Information

  1. Email Verification: Check your inbox for a Pepperstone email and click the verification link.

  2. Phone Verification: Enter the one‑time code sent via SMS to your mobile number.

These steps secure your account login.

5. Complete Your Personal Profile

In your new Personal Area:

  1. Click Profile.

  2. Enter your full name, date of birth, and residential address (must match your ID).

  3. Provide employment status and approximate annual income (regulatory requirement).

  4. Click Save.

6. (For Live Accounts) Upload KYC Documents

To unlock deposits and live trading, submit:

  • Proof of Identity: Passport, national ID, or driver’s license.

  • Proof of Address: Utility bill or bank statement (issued within 6 months).

Go to VerificationIdentity and Address, upload clear scans/photos, then click Submit. Verification usually completes within 30 minutes.

7. Choose Platform & Leverage

  1. Under Accounts, click Open New Account.

  2. Select platform: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, or cTrader.

  3. Choose base currency (USD, EUR, GBP, etc.).

  4. Set desired leverage (up to 1:500, region dependent).

  5. Click Create Account.

8. Fund Your Account (Live Only)

  1. Go to FundingDeposit.

  2. Select your method: credit/debit card, bank transfer, or e‑wallet (PayPal, Skrill, Neteller).

  3. Enter amount and confirm.

  4. Funds arrive instantly (cards/e‑wallets) or within 1–3 business days (bank transfer).

9. Download and Log In to Your Platform

  • MT4/MT5: Download from Pepperstone’s website or your device’s app store.

  • cTrader: Install desktop or mobile version.

  • Launch the platform, select the correct server (Demo or Live), and enter your account credentials.

10. Start Trading

  • Place market or pending orders with stop‑loss and take‑profit.

  • Use platform tools—indicators, charting, EAs, cAlgo—to execute your strategy.

Need Assistance?

Pepperstone offers 24/5 live chat, email, and phone support. If you encounter any issues during signup, contact support directly in your Personal Area.

Congratulations—you now have a Pepperstone account ready for demo practice or live trading!

Create your Pepperstone account today and take control of the markets.

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