Finding Traders to Follow
Learn how to navigate the copy trading marketplace and find the best traders to follow.
Accessing the Marketplace
- Navigate to Copy Trading in the sidebar
- You'll see the marketplace with available masters
- Browse, search, and filter to find suitable traders
Marketplace Layout
Master Cards
Each master trader is displayed as a card showing:
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Profile | Avatar, username, verification badge |
| Strategy Name | The master's signal bot name |
| Key Metrics | ROI, Win Rate, PnL |
| Follower Count | Number of active followers |
| Pricing | Free or subscription cost |
| Action Button | "Follow Strategy" |
Marketplace Sections
- Featured - Hand-picked top performers
- Top ROI - Highest returns
- Most Followed - Popular traders
- New Masters - Recently joined
- Free Strategies - No subscription cost
Filtering Options
By Performance
| Filter | Options |
|---|---|
| Min ROI | 0%, 10%, 25%, 50%, 100%+ |
| Min Win Rate | 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%+ |
| Min Trades | 10, 50, 100, 500+ |
| Max Drawdown | 10%, 20%, 30%, Any |
By Strategy Type
- All Types
- Spot Trading
- Futures Trading
- Scalping
- Swing Trading
- Long-term
By Pricing
- All
- Free Only
- Paid Only
- Under $10/month
- Under $50/month
By Trading Pair
Filter by the pairs the master trades:
- BTC/USDT
- ETH/USDT
- Major Altcoins
- All Pairs
Sorting Options
Sort the marketplace by:
| Sort Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Top ROI | Highest return on investment |
| Highest Win Rate | Best winning percentage |
| Most Trades | Most experienced |
| Most Followers | Most popular |
| Best Sortino | Best risk-adjusted returns |
| Lowest Drawdown | Most conservative |
| Newest | Recently joined masters |
Time Period Selection
View metrics for different periods:
| Period | Best For |
|---|---|
| 7 Days | Recent performance |
| 30 Days | Monthly consistency |
| 90 Days | Quarterly trends |
| All Time | Full track record |
Note: Longer periods give more reliable statistics but may not reflect recent market changes.
Understanding Master Metrics
ROI (Return on Investment)
ROI = (Final Value - Initial Value) / Initial Value × 100
Example: ($12,000 - $10,000) / $10,000 × 100 = 20% ROI
What to look for:
- Positive ROI across multiple periods
- Consistent growth, not just spikes
- Compare to market benchmark
Win Rate
Win Rate = Winning Trades / Total Trades × 100
Example: 65 wins / 100 trades = 65% win rate
What to look for:
- Above 50% is baseline
- Consider alongside average win/loss size
- Higher isn't always better (depends on R:R)
Sortino Ratio
Risk-adjusted return metric (penalizes downside volatility):
Sortino = (Return - Risk-Free Rate) / Downside Deviation
What to look for:
- Above 1.0 is good
- Above 2.0 is excellent
- Higher = better risk-adjusted returns
Maximum Drawdown
Largest peak-to-trough decline:
Max DD = (Peak - Trough) / Peak × 100
Example: ($10,000 - $7,500) / $10,000 = 25% drawdown
What to look for:
- Below 20% is conservative
- 20-30% is moderate
- Above 30% is aggressive
Total Trades
Number of completed trades:
What to look for:
- More trades = more statistical significance
- 100+ trades for reliable metrics
- Consider trades relative to time period
Followers
Number of users copying this master:
What to look for:
- Social proof of quality
- Growing follower count
- But don't follow blindly based on popularity
Evaluating a Master
Quick Checklist
Before following a master, verify:
- Positive ROI across multiple periods
- Win rate above 50%
- Max drawdown within your tolerance
- At least 50-100 trades for statistics
- Consistent activity (not inactive)
- Trading style matches your goals
- Pricing fits your budget
Deep Dive Analysis
Click on a master card for detailed view:
Performance Tab
- Equity curve chart
- Monthly returns breakdown
- Trade distribution
- Win/loss streaks
Trade History Tab
- Recent trades list
- Entry/exit prices
- Position sizes
- Trade duration
Statistics Tab
- Advanced metrics
- Risk analysis
- Performance by pair
- Time-based analysis
About Tab
- Master's bio
- Trading philosophy
- Strategy description
- Risk warnings
Red Flags to Watch
Warning Signs
| Red Flag | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Very high ROI, few trades | Possibly luck, not skill |
| Recent large drawdown | Strategy may be failing |
| Inactive for weeks | Master may have abandoned |
| No strategy description | Lack of transparency |
| Extreme win rate (95%+) | Possibly holding losers |
| Huge position sizes | High risk tolerance |
Questions to Ask
- Is this performance sustainable?
- Does the drawdown fit my risk tolerance?
- Is the trading frequency suitable for me?
- Does the strategy match market conditions?
- Is the pricing reasonable for the returns?
Comparing Masters
Side-by-Side Comparison
Select multiple masters to compare:
| Metric | Master A | Master B | Master C |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROI (90d) | 45% | 32% | 28% |
| Win Rate | 58% | 67% | 72% |
| Max DD | 18% | 12% | 8% |
| Trades | 245 | 156 | 89 |
| Sortino | 1.8 | 2.1 | 1.9 |
Diversification Strategy
Consider following multiple masters:
- Conservative: 2-3 low-drawdown masters
- Balanced: Mix of aggressive and conservative
- Aggressive: High-ROI masters with higher risk
Watchlist
Save masters for later:
- Click the bookmark icon on any master card
- Access your watchlist from the marketplace header
- Monitor their performance before committing
Next Steps
Found a trader you like?
- Follow a Trader - Set up copy trading
- Understand Pricing - Subscription costs
Want to become a master yourself?
- Become a Master - Share your signals