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AlpacaKnow the setup.

A direct API connection, with separate paper and live environments.

Explore first. Trading begins only after you activate.

Alpaca

Built for algorithmic trading

Developer-focused trading APIs, separate paper and live environments, and self-clearing securities infrastructure.

7M+Brokerage accounts opened through partnersCompany profile · checked 15 Sep 2026

Alpaca Securities LLC (dba Alpaca Clearing)

SEC 8-69928 · FINRA CRD 288202

Best Algorithmic Broker 2026BrokerChooser
Sources & scope

Checked 15 September 2026. Accounts are not necessarily unique clients. Asset totals are brokerage assets, not discretionary AUM. Registration and membership are not endorsements; SIPC does not cover market losses. Broker features may extend beyond the SquaredQ integration. Regulatory details apply to the named entity; your contracting entity and protections depend on jurisdiction and product.

API key + secret

Connection method

API key + secret

Follow the current provider-specific instructions inside MyAlgo.

Documented environment

Paper / live

Confirm the returned account and mode before you activate execution.

A guided connection

Work through the checks.

Choose the environment

Confirm whether you are using an Alpaca paper or live account. Check the mode in both the broker and MyAlgo before continuing.

Enter the matching credentials

Use the API key and secret for the selected environment in the designated MyAlgo setup fields. Do not paste them into support chat or website forms.

Validate the account

Review the returned account and connection status. Check that required assets, buying power and trading permissions are available.

Complete your configuration

Select purchased strategies, set allocations and Risk Management, then review the entire setup before confirming activation.

Your broker holds the assets

Funding, withdrawals and account permissions remain with your brokerage relationship.

Your configuration matters

Choose strategy products, allocation and risk response separately from the connection.

Questions, answered

A few things worth knowing.

When does trading begin?
Buying a subscription alone does not activate trading. You must connect and validate a broker, select purchased strategies, configure allocations and Risk Management, review the complete setup and affirmatively confirm activation.
Why might the software not place an order?
Possible causes include a disconnected broker session, market-session restrictions, insufficient buying power, instrument permissions, quantity rules, a triggered risk stop, delayed data, stale signals or an order rejection. Review the app status and broker messages before contacting support.
Does SquaredQ accept deposits or process withdrawals?
The documented execution software does not implement withdrawal or transfer functionality. Deposits, withdrawals, transfers and account funding are handled through your broker. Never send investment capital to someone claiming it is required to activate a strategy.

Your next step

Your next step is in the portal.

Create an account to explore detailed factsheets and choose a strategy subscription.

Create accountExplore strategies

Creating an account does not activate trading.