Quick answer
Tradovate API access requires: 1. A live funded account with minimum $1,000 2. An active API subscription (~$25/month) 3. API application credentials (Client ID + Secret)
Why these requirements exist
Tradovate is a professional futures trading platform. Unlike retail CFD brokers, they require:
- Funded accounts: API access is a premium feature for active traders
- API subscription: Covers market data and trading API infrastructure
- Minimum balance: Ensures only serious traders use the API
How to check your eligibility
1) Check account balance
- Log into Tradovate Trader
- Look at your account balance in the top right
- Ensure you have at least $1,000 (funded, not P&L)
2) Check API subscription
- Go to Account → API Access (or Subscriptions)
- Look for "API Access" or "Market Data API"
- If not subscribed, click to subscribe
- Cost is typically $25-50/month depending on the plan
3) Create API credentials
- Go to the API Keys / Developer section
- Create a new "API Application"
- You'll receive:
- Client ID (cid): A numeric ID like
9658- Client Secret (sec): A long string (keep this secure)
Common error messages
| Error | Meaning | Solution |
|---|---|---|
accessToken missing |
Auth failed | Check credentials, may need API subscription |
p-time: 15, p-captcha: true |
Rate limited | Wait ~1 hour, don't spam retries |
p-ticket: ... |
2FA required | Check email for device approval link |
Insufficient permissions |
No API access | Subscribe to API plan |
Demo vs Live accounts
| Feature | Demo | Live |
|---|---|---|
| API access | Limited | Full (with subscription) |
| Market data | Delayed | Real-time (with subscription) |
| Balance requirement | None | $1,000 minimum |
| Best for | Testing | Production trading |
Cost breakdown
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| API subscription | ~$25/mo | Required for API access |
| Market data | Included or separate | Depends on subscription tier |
| Minimum balance | $1,000 | One-time funding requirement |
If you can't meet requirements
If you don't meet Tradovate's requirements, consider:
- Fund your account to at least $1,000
- Subscribe to API through Tradovate's portal
- Use demo mode for testing (limited functionality)
- Consider alternative platforms like DXTrade or MatchTrader for smaller accounts
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