# How to Connect FXCM MT4 to Trader Journal

> How to connect your FXCM MT4 account to Trader Journal for automatic trade tracking. Setup guide with FXCM server names.

**URL:** https://traderjournal.app/broker-setup/how-to-connect-fxcm-mt4-to-trader-journal

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# How to Connect FXCM MT4 to Trader Journal

Connecting your FXCM account to Trader Journal enables automatic trade sync — every closed trade appears in your journal within seconds, no manual entry needed.

## What You Need

- FXCM MT4 or MT5 terminal installed and logged in
- Trader Journal app installed on iOS or Android
- Your API key from the app: **Settings → Expert Advisor**

## Step 1: Download the EA

In Trader Journal app go to **Settings → Expert Advisor** and download:
- `TraderJournal.ex4` for MT4
- `TraderJournal.ex5` for MT5

## Step 2: Install the EA File

**MT4:**
1. In MetaTrader 4: File → Open Data Folder
2. Navigate to `MQL4 → Experts`
3. Paste `TraderJournal.ex4` there
4. Restart MT4 or right-click Navigator → Refresh

**MT5:**
1. In MetaTrader 5: File → Open Data Folder
2. Navigate to `MQL5 → Experts`
3. Paste `TraderJournal.ex5` there and refresh

## Step 3: Allow WebRequests

Go to **Tools → Options → Expert Advisors**. Check **Allow WebRequests for listed URLs** and add:

```
https://api.traderjournal.app
```

This is required. Without it the EA cannot send data to Trader Journal.

## Step 4: Attach to a Chart

Drag TraderJournal EA from the Navigator panel onto any open chart. When prompted, enter your API key and click OK. Press **Ctrl+E** or click the AutoTrading button to enable it.

The smiley face icon in the chart corner turns green when the connection is live. Your account appears in Trader Journal within 60 seconds.

## FXCM Server Names

Common FXCM MT4 servers:
- `FXCM-USDDemo` — demo (USD)
- `FXCM-USDReal` — live (USD)
- `FXCM-EURReal`, `FXCM-GBPReal` — EUR/GBP denominated live accounts
- `FXCM-Demo01`, `FXCM-Real01` — alternative naming for some regions

Your exact server is shown at the bottom-right of your FXCM MT4 terminal.

## FXCM-Specific Notes

**FXCM Trading Station vs MT4:** FXCM primarily promotes its own Trading Station platform. Make sure you are using the FXCM MT4 terminal specifically — Trader Journal does not connect to Trading Station.

**Limited MT4 availability:** FXCM MT4 availability varies by region. If MT4 is not offered in your country, check with FXCM support.

**Spread markups:** FXCM Standard accounts use spread markup rather than commission. Trader Journal records the full spread cost embedded in trade P&L.

## Troubleshooting

**EA shows red face (error):** WebRequests URL is missing or AutoTrading is disabled. Check both.

**Account not appearing in app:** Confirm the API key matches the one in your Trader Journal account under Settings.

**Missing old trades:** The EA only syncs trades from when it was first attached. For historical trades, export your MT4 report as HTML and import it via Settings → Import in the app.

## Summary

FXCM MT4 and MT5 work seamlessly with Trader Journal. Once the EA is running, your entire trade history builds automatically so you can focus on reviewing your edge.