For high-frequency and algorithmic trading, stability, security and speed are non-negotiable. However, many traders choose to run the Moontrader core locally - on their own computers or personal servers - for convenience or to reduce costs. While this may seem reasonable, it introduces a number of critical risks that could wipe out your profits - or worse. In this article we will look at the risks of installing the terminal locally (localhost).
Your local machine is vulnerable to viruses, crashes, cyber-attacks and even physical theft. In contrast, a well-configured VPS offers enterprise-level security, backup and availability. Losing control of your terminal at a crucial moment could cost you dearly.
Your internet provider may throttle or block trading traffic, or the exchange itself may restrict access. Any disruption can mean losing control of your trades, especially in volatile markets. With a VPS, such disruptions are much less likely.
Connection speed is crucial, especially for time-sensitive algorithms like Shot and Depth Shot. The further you are from the exchange servers, the higher the latency, leading to mistimed entries and exits. For manual traders, this means a complete loss of control. For algo trading it means wrong entry/exit points in a trading situation where everything is measured in milliseconds.
Running Moontrader requires a resource-intensive, always-on setup. Home computers rarely offer this reliability. Any crash or system update can interrupt trading. A VPS provides uninterrupted performance without user intervention.
Your ISP may assign a dynamic IP, which can cause blocking, errors and constant reconfiguration of the API on the exchange, or even compromise the security of the account if allowing the API to be used from any IP address. With a VPS, you get a static, secure IP without these risks.
The loss from a single technical failure can easily exceed the monthly cost of a VPS. When trading, it's better to invest in stability than to risk your entire deposit trying to save money.
At Moontrader we use VPS hosting to ensure stable trading. When choosing a VPS you should prioritise proximity to the exchange:
Algorithmic trading is a game of milliseconds - and the winners are those who prioritise stability, security and speed. A VPS is not a luxury, it's a tool that gives you a real advantage.
Want to avoid technical risks and focus on your strategy? Switch to a VPS today. For detailed instructions on how to open a port on a virtual private server (VPS), see this guide. https://docs.moontrader.com/opening-a-port-on-a-vps
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