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Getting Started

Complete setup guide for new users

Welcome to Tramate!

Tramate automates your crypto trading by connecting Discord channels directly to your exchange accounts. Follow this step-by-step guide to get started with automated trading in just a few minutes.

Step 1: Create Your Account

  1. Visit the Tramate homepage and click "Get Started"
  2. Enter your full name, email address, and create a secure password
  3. Verify your email address by clicking the link we send you
  4. Complete your Discord username verification

Step 2: Connect Your Exchange

  1. Go to your exchange (Binance, Bybit, etc.) and create an API key
  2. Set permissions to "Spot Trading" only (never enable withdrawals)
  3. Copy your API key and secret key
  4. Enter them in your Tramate dashboard under "API Credentials"
  5. Test the connection to ensure it's working properly

Step 3: Set Up Your First Channel

  1. Navigate to "Channels" in your dashboard
  2. Click "Add New Channel" and enter the Discord invite link
  3. Configure your trading parameters (position size, risk limits)
  4. Enable the channel and start receiving automated trades

Pro Tip: Start with small position sizes while you learn how the system works. You can always increase them later as you become more comfortable.

Discord Integration

Connect and manage Discord channels

Setting Up Discord Channels

Discord integration is the heart of Tramate's automation. Here's everything you need to know about connecting channels, managing webhooks, and troubleshooting common issues.

Finding Your Discord Username

  1. Open Discord and click on your profile picture (bottom left)
  2. Your username is displayed as @username or Username#0000
  3. Copy this exact username including any numbers or special characters
  4. Enter it in your Tramate registration form

Adding a New Channel

  1. Get an invite link to the Discord server/channel
  2. Go to Tramate Dashboard → Channels → "Add Channel"
  3. Paste the Discord invite link
  4. Set your channel name and description for easy identification
  5. Configure signal parsing settings if needed
  6. Click "Connect Channel" to establish the connection

Webhook Configuration

For advanced users who want to set up custom webhooks:

  1. Copy your unique webhook URL from the Tramate dashboard
  2. In Discord, go to Server Settings → Integrations → Webhooks
  3. Create a new webhook or edit an existing one
  4. Paste your Tramate webhook URL
  5. Select the channel where trading signals are posted
  6. Save the webhook configuration

Signal Format Requirements

Supported Signal Formats:

  • • Standard format: "BUY BTCUSDT Entry: 45000 SL: 44000 TP: 46000"
  • • Emoji format: "🟢 LONG ETHUSDT 📈 Entry: 3000 🛑 SL: 2900 🎯 TP: 3200"
  • • Multi-target: "Entry: 45000 TP1: 45500 TP2: 46000 TP3: 46500"
  • • Percentage format: "Entry: 45000 SL: -2% TP: +3%"

Important: Make sure you have permission to be in the Discord server and that the channel actively posts trading signals. Test your connection with a small position size first.

Trading Setup

Configure your trading parameters and risk management

Trading Configuration

Proper trading setup is crucial for successful automated trading. This guide covers all the settings you need to configure for optimal performance and risk management.

Position Sizing

Configure how much to invest per signal:

  • Fixed Amount: Use the same dollar amount for every trade (e.g., $100 per signal)
  • Percentage of Portfolio: Risk a percentage of your total balance (e.g., 2% per trade)
  • Risk-Based Sizing: Calculate position size based on stop-loss distance
  • Custom Rules: Set different sizes for different channels or signal types

Risk Management Settings

Daily Limits
  • • Maximum daily loss limit
  • • Maximum number of trades per day
  • • Cool-down period after losses
  • • Profit target for the day
Trade Settings
  • • Default stop-loss percentage
  • • Take-profit multiplier
  • • Slippage tolerance
  • • Order type preferences

Exchange API Configuration

Best practices for API setup:

  1. Create API keys with minimal necessary permissions
  2. Enable only "Spot Trading" - never enable withdrawals
  3. Set IP whitelist restrictions if your exchange supports it
  4. Use different API keys for different strategies
  5. Regularly rotate your API keys for security

Signal Filtering

Filter which signals to trade automatically:

  • Pair Whitelist: Only trade specific cryptocurrency pairs
  • Minimum Volume: Skip pairs with low trading volume
  • Time Filters: Trade only during specific hours
  • Signal Quality: Filter based on signal confidence scores

Pro Tip: Start conservative with your settings. You can always adjust them as you gain experience and confidence in the system.

Security

Protect your account and funds

Security Best Practices

Security is paramount when dealing with automated trading. Follow these best practices to keep your account and funds safe.

Account Security

  • Strong Password: Use a unique, complex password with at least 12 characters
  • Two-Factor Authentication: Enable 2FA on both Tramate and your exchange accounts
  • Email Security: Secure your email account with 2FA as it's used for password resets
  • Regular Updates: Change passwords regularly and keep software updated

API Key Management

Critical API security practices:

  1. Minimal Permissions: Only enable "Spot Trading" permissions
  2. Never Enable Withdrawals: Your funds should always stay in your exchange account
  3. IP Whitelisting: Restrict API access to specific IP addresses if possible
  4. Regular Rotation: Change API keys every 30-60 days
  5. Monitor Usage: Check API logs regularly for suspicious activity

Recognizing Scams

Red Flags to Watch For:

  • • Requests for your private keys or withdrawal permissions
  • • "Guaranteed profit" claims or unrealistic returns
  • • Pressure to invest large amounts quickly
  • • Unofficial communication channels or fake websites
  • • Requests to send funds to external wallets

Data Protection

How Tramate protects your data:

  • Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit and at rest
  • Access Controls: Strict employee access controls and audit logs
  • No Fund Access: We never have access to withdraw or move your funds
  • Regular Audits: Security audits and penetration testing

Emergency Procedures

If you suspect a security breach:

  1. 1. Immediately disable your API keys on the exchange
  2. 2. Change your Tramate account password
  3. 3. Contact our support team immediately
  4. 4. Review all recent trading activity
  5. 5. Enable additional security measures

Remember: Tramate staff will never ask for your passwords, private keys, or API secrets. Always verify communications through official channels.

Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions

Common Issues & Solutions

Encountering problems? Here are the most common issues users face and how to resolve them quickly.

Connection Issues

"API Connection Failed"

Solutions:

  • • Verify your API key and secret are correct
  • • Check that trading permissions are enabled
  • • Ensure your exchange account has sufficient balance
  • • Verify IP whitelist settings if enabled
"Discord Channel Not Responding"

Solutions:

  • • Check that you're still a member of the Discord server
  • • Verify the channel is still active and posting signals
  • • Reconnect the channel in your dashboard
  • • Contact the channel admin if access was removed

Trading Issues

"Trades Not Executing"

Common causes:

  • • Insufficient balance in your exchange account
  • • Trading pair not supported by your exchange
  • • Position size below minimum order requirements
  • • Daily loss limit or trade limit reached
  • • Signal format not recognized by the parser
"Incorrect Position Sizes"

Check these settings:

  • • Review your position sizing configuration
  • • Verify percentage calculations are correct
  • • Check for recent balance changes
  • • Ensure minimum/maximum limits are appropriate

Account Issues

"Can't Access Dashboard"

Troubleshooting steps:

  1. 1. Clear your browser cache and cookies
  2. 2. Try using an incognito/private browser window
  3. 3. Disable browser extensions temporarily
  4. 4. Check if you need to verify your email
  5. 5. Use the password reset option if needed

Performance Issues

If trades are executing slowly:

  • Check Exchange Status: Verify your exchange isn't experiencing downtime
  • Network Issues: Test your internet connection stability
  • API Rate Limits: Ensure you're not hitting API rate limits
  • Server Load: Check our status page for any ongoing issues

Getting Help

Still need help?

  • • Check our status page for known issues
  • • Contact support with detailed error messages
  • • Include screenshots or screen recordings when possible
  • • Mention your account email and approximate time of the issue

Billing & Plans

Subscription management and billing information

Subscription Management

Everything you need to know about managing your Tramate subscription, billing, and plan changes.

Available Plans

Starter

Free

  • • 1 Trade per day
  • • Basic trading features
  • • Email support
  • • API access
Intermediate

$5/month

  • • 20 Trades per day
  • • Advanced risk management
  • • Priority support
  • • Multiple exchanges
Premium

$15/month

  • • Unlimited trades
  • • Custom features
  • • Dedicated support
  • • White-label options

Upgrading or Downgrading

To change your subscription plan:

  1. Go to your Dashboard → Subscription
  2. Click "Change Plan" or "Upgrade/Downgrade"
  3. Select your new plan from the available options
  4. Review the changes and proration details
  5. Confirm the change

Note: Plan changes take effect immediately. Upgrades are prorated, and downgrades take effect at the next billing cycle.

Payment Methods

We accept the following payment methods:

  • Credit Cards: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
  • Digital Payments: PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay
  • Bank Transfers: Available for Premium plans
  • Cryptocurrency: Bitcoin, Ethereum (Premium only)

Billing Cycle & Invoices

  • Billing Date: Subscriptions renew on the same date each month
  • Invoices: Emailed automatically after each successful payment
  • Payment Failures: 3-day grace period before service suspension
  • Proration: Partial charges for mid-cycle plan changes

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellation policy:

  • Cancel Anytime: No long-term contracts or cancellation fees
  • Access Continues: Service remains active until the end of your billing period
  • Reactivation: Can reactivate your account at any time
  • Data Retention: Account data kept for 90 days after cancellation

Common Billing Questions

Why was my payment declined?
  • • Insufficient funds or expired card
  • • Bank fraud protection blocking the transaction
  • • Incorrect billing address information
  • • International payment restrictions
Can I get a refund?

We offer refunds within 7 days of your initial subscription for new users. No refunds for renewal payments, but you can cancel anytime to prevent future charges.

Need billing assistance? Contact our support team at support@tramate.com for help with payments, invoices, or plan changes.

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