How to Generate Income with Copy Trading

Many experienced forex traders are familiar with the concept of copy trading, but for newcomers or those unfamiliar with it, let’s delve into what it entails. Copy trading involves allowing a designated trader, known here as a “trade leader,” to conduct trades on their own account. Simultaneously, a system replicates these trades—including both opening and closing positions for profit—in the accounts of those who choose to copy these trades. Initially, you only need to select a trade leader you want to follow from a list of five recommended systems.

One of the significant advantages of copy trading is security from theft, hacking, or fraud. Your funds remain in your account, and only you can manage withdrawals or deposits directly through your broker, who acts as an intermediary. This setup ensures that when there are profits, you can withdraw them without depending on anyone else.

Why is Copy Trading Appealing?

Copy trading is endorsed globally, because it creates income opportunities for both the trade leader and the copiers. It simplifies making a profit—even for those without trading knowledge—as you earn the same percentage of return as the trade leader. For example, if the trade leader makes a 20% profit on their capital in a month, so will the copier. However, a portion of these profits, typically between 20 to 30%, may be deducted as a fee for the trade leader, facilitated by the broker without any required action from you. No fee is charged in months where there is no profit.

Risk is Shared with the Trade Leader

Like all investments, forex trading comes with the risk of losses, which are shared proportionally between the trade leader and the copiers. It’s crucial for copiers to understand that if the trade leader incurs losses, they will too, in the same percentage of their invested capital. This shared risk emphasizes the importance of selecting a capable and reliable trade leader to minimize potential losses.