How long does a Pepperstone demo account last?

A demo account is essential for practicing strategies, testing platforms, and gaining confidence without risking real money. At Pepperstone, the demo account is designed to mirror live‑market conditions indefinitely, so you can learn at your own pace. Here’s what you need to know about its duration, features, and best‑practice use.

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1. Unlimited Duration by Default

Unlike many brokers that impose a 30‑ or 90‑day time limit, Pepperstone demo accounts do not expire. You can keep your demo running for as long as you like—whether that’s days, months, or years. This unlimited access ensures:

• Continuous practice of new strategies as markets evolve.

• Ongoing platform familiarization when Pepperstone releases new features.

• Ability to test expert advisors (EAs) and automation without time pressure.

2. Virtual Funds and Resetting Balances

When you open a Pepperstone demo account, you receive a preset amount of virtual funds (e.g., USD 100,000). You can:

• Request a balance top‑up at any time from your client dashboard.

• Open multiple demo accounts with different base currencies or leverage settings to compare results.

These features let you simulate both small‑account and large‑account scenarios indefinitely.

3. Platform Versions Covered

Your unlimited demo covers all Pepperstone platforms:

• MetaTrader 4 (MT4)

• MetaTrader 5 (MT5)

• cTrader

• TradingView integration

Any updates or new tools added to live platforms automatically appear on your demo, so you always test with the latest features.

4. When to Refresh or Recreate Your Demo

Although your demo never expires, you might choose to reset or open a fresh demo when:

• You’ve depleted your virtual balance and want a clean slate.

• You wish to test a different leverage ratio or account type (Standard vs Razor).

• You want to simulate a new market environment (e.g., higher volatility).

You can create a new demo account in minutes from your Pepperstone Personal Area.

5. Transitioning from Demo to Live

Once you feel consistently profitable on demo—typically after several weeks or months of testing—you can:

1. Fund a live Standard or Razor account with as little as USD 10 (or zero minimum on Standard).

2. Use the same platforms and credentials to log into live servers.

3. Carry over your tested strategies with confidence, knowing execution and spreads match the demo environment.

Conclusion

Pepperstone’s demo account lasts indefinitely, giving you unlimited time to master platforms, refine strategies, and test automated systems without rush. When you’re ready, seamlessly switch to a live account with identical conditions and start trading real markets.

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