Current ATS Desktop Apps Prerequisite: .NET 8 Desktop Runtime
ATS Windows desktop apps require Microsoft .NET 8 Desktop Runtime (x64). Install the current serviced .NET 8 Desktop Runtime from the ATS download instructions or Microsoft’s .NET 8 download page, choosing Windows Desktop Runtime — Windows x64. Downloading the file alone does not install it: open the installer, complete installation and reopen the ATS app.
.NET Desktop Runtime is different from .NET Framework, the SDK and ASP.NET Core Runtime. A later major runtime should not be assumed to replace the .NET 8 runtime required by the app. If a current app still asks for another runtime, report the app name and exact message to ATS support.
14-Day Trial, Zero to Hero and Paid-Plan Access
The ATS full-feature free trial lasts 14 days. Week 1: work through Zero-to-Hero Stages 1–5 across five trading days. Week 2: focus on your written trade plan and practise with the VIP workspaces and eligible trading-group resources. Zero to Hero is the first-week learning pathway within this trial; it is not a separate standalone free one-week course.
Start through your Trader Launch Pad, complete onboarding, request the trial if eligible and confirm the activation email. Purchasing AFT Essentials does not activate the full-feature trial or include all ATS Ultimate/VIP benefits. Check the licences and benefits assigned to your account before expecting access to trial or VIP resources. If you bought before activating a trial and need help with access, contact ATS support for an account review. Any support-granted extension or upgrade is specific to that account.
Choose Self-Assisted or One-to-One Assisted Setup
If installation is difficult or you prefer someone to guide you, there are two routes. Self-assisted: follow the ATS Desktop Apps installation guide, one step at a time, with ATS Help Bot and technical support for supported issues. Get assisted: explore optional paid one-to-one onboarding and setup from independent ATS Ecosystem providers.
Ecosystem providers may help with ATS account onboarding, NinjaTrader and ATS installation, connections, licence sync and workspace setup. Review services, pricing and booking options through the ATS Ecosystem. Providers set their own terms; personal setup sessions are not automatically included with an AFT Essentials purchase. You can be experienced in trading and still choose personal help with the technology.
Algo Futures Trader Downloads
ATS downloads are available through your ATS Universal Account according to your Freemium, trial or paid licence. AFT Freemium provides higher-timeframe indicators on Daily, Weekly and longer charts; intraday and hybrid trading features require the applicable trial or paid plan.
How to access your downloads
- Create or sign in to your free ATS Universal Account using an available social provider or email and password, then accept the starting terms.
- In Stage A, verify your email and return to Get Started to unlock the Trader Launch Pad.
- In Stage B, accept the trader prerequisites, confirm your account, and explore your benefits. Discord linking is optional.
- In Stage C, request an eligible full-feature trial or select Skip Trial For Now.
- In Finish, select Finish Trader Launch Pad, then Close Setup & Open Trader Launch Pad. Your permanent Launch Pad provides the account links and eligible downloads. Use the Downloads link to obtain the software available to your account.
Follow the ATS Universal Account and Trader Launch Pad Quick Start guide for illustrated instructions. Optional one-to-one setup or coaching is available through the ATS Ecosystem.