NinjaTrader Automated Trading by Algo Futures Trader

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AFT8 version 2025.2.4.1 update released prior AFT8 versions expire in 7 days

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AFT8 Version 2025.2.4.1 Update Released

Please note:

  • This is an emergency release to resolve some threading issues with the AWT API link. The loading of historical data affected some machines, but not all.
  • The AWT 150 indicator is disabled in this version.
  • License rules now enforced

Prior Version 2024.6

  • If you are still on the old version 2024.6, this version adds new functions and features and is slicker and smoother.
  • The prior version will expire on Sunday, 9th, and will auto shutdown NT8 on startup to install the new version.

More details will be released and available in the Discord group.

1) Upgrade from Your Existing Downloads

  1. Close down NinjaTrader.
  2. Go to your downloads folder: “Downloads\AlgoTradingSystems”.
  3. Locate and run the setup installer: AlgoFuturesTrader8-Installer-Setup.
  4. This will get the latest version from the cloud and install it correctly, as long as your NinjaTrader path has not changed.
  5. Start NT8 and open the workspace as usual.

2) ATS Account Downloads

3) AFT8 Update Pop-Up

  • Wait for a pop-up and click install.

Any Issues? Please Contact Us at the Help Desk!

Subscription Upgrades!

  • Buy Now, Pay Later: ATS works with Affirm and Klarna, offering interest-free installment payment plans—available on annual and one-time lifetime licenses.
  • Limited Slots Available: Subscribers affected are invited to upgrade and get a discounted slot to become a VIP Full Member.

Trader Success Team!
To get more information on pricing and payment methods, simply book a FREE pricing discovery meeting with Trader Success VIP with no obligation to purchase!
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ATS and AFT8 videos – Zero to hero

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ATS is pleased to announce the ongoing creation and release of videos for onboarding and getting started with AFT8 and the Zero to Hero phases, featuring turnkey workspaces:

AFT8 Video Guides

Now that we have passed phase 2 of building AFT8, we can start to release educational and general trading videos. The aim is to produce at least one video per week for a market round-up using AFT and ATS tools, as well as instructional videos on the features in a video guide format.

Zero to Hero

These videos are listed in the Discord trading group in the “Zero to Hero Videos” section and will be updated regularly. Traders can request topics to be covered.

  1. Get Started Onboarding
  2. Get Installed with ATS Desktop Apps
  3. NT8 Multi-Provider Mode
  4. Stage 1 – Turnkey Workspace – Intro
  5. Stage 1 – Turnkey Workspace – Quick Trade Demo
  6. Stage 2 – Turnkey Workspace – Intro
  7. Stage 2 – Turnkey Workspace – Quick Trade Demo
  8. More to come!

🚀 Get Started Trading the Easy Way

Get started 100% FREE with NinjaTrader Desktop, an ATS Universal Account and access to eligible ATS Freemium applications and trader resources without a time limit. Follow the self-assisted ATS Launchpad to create and configure your account, access AFT Freemium and request an available full-feature trial. No payment card is required to get started. If you prefer personal assistance, explore optional independently supplied setup and onboarding services through the ATS Ecosystem.

1) 📊 Download and Set Up NinjaTrader Desktop

Download NinjaTrader Desktop for futures charting and simulated trading. Real-time market data requires an appropriate connection and may involve separate fees. Use NinjaTrader with AFT for manual discretionary, Hybrid Algo or fully automated trading across supported demo, simulation, prop-firm evaluation, funded and live-trading accounts, subject to your AFT plan and account-provider rules.
📊 Download NinjaTrader

2) 🚀 Get Started 100% FREE

Create your free ATS Universal Account and follow the self-assisted Trader Launchpad to unlock eligible ATS Freemium access, Market IQ, trading-group resources, trader benefits and available full-feature trials.
  • Freemium Access Without a Time Limit: Use eligible ATS Freemium applications within their included feature limits.
  • AFT Freemium: Higher-timeframe charting indicator usage free forever for swing/intermediate position trading
  • Self-Assisted Launchpad: Follow the guided steps to set up your account, applications and available services.
  • White Glove Services:  Setup, onboarding and trader-mastery services through the ATS Ecosystem.
  • Full-Feature Trial: Eligible traders can request an available trial directly from their ATS Account Trader Launchpad.
  • No Payment Card Required: Create your account and begin with Freemium access at no cost.
🚀 Get Started 100% FREE

ATS changed of model to self-assisted trader

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Current options: Eligible new traders can request a full-feature ATS Ultimate trial through the Trader Launch Pad. ATS Ecosystem white glove onboarding and coaching services are also available. The self-assisted model and older trial terms below are retained as a historical record. See the current Get Started pathway.

  • To clarify, ATS is in the middle of a transition to simplify and improve the experience for all:
  • Removing:
    • Zoom 1-to-1 and KYC requirements
    • Website materials and links
    • Assisted installation and “Get Started”
    • Unnecessary hoops and complications

New Model: Self-Assisted + Interactive Discord Education

  • Self-Assisted Installation and Getting Started
  • Enforce Intermediate to Advanced Traders only
  • Enforce licensing for evaluation and NT account trading
  • Easy Sign-Up: Access at your pace and learn the basics
  • Zero to Hero Self-Assisted Course with a 7-day free trial
    • Within the ATS Free Discord group with interactive education
    • Support directly with the system inventor and developer
    • Traders can go on sim,eval, PA or live 100% free with full features

Get Started Trading in 5 Stages

Zero to Hero Trading Stages

  1. Stage 1 – Manual Trade Entry & Automated Trade Management
  2. Stage 2 – Hybrid Automated Trade Entry & Automated Trade Management
  3. Stage 3 – Hybrid Trading & Multi-Timeframe (MTF)
    • Day 3
    • 👉 Download Turnkey Workspace 3
    • Turnkey Workspace 3 – Hybrid algo trading with a multi-timeframe trend ladder
    • Learn core bias and trade filter concepts using algo entry and trade management for index futures
  4. Stage 4 – Hybrid Algo Trading, MTF & AWT Desktop Confirmation
    • Day 4
    • 👉 Download Turnkey Workspace 4
    • Turnkey Workspace 4 – Hybrid algo trading with AWT Web and Desktop confirmation filters
    • Learn core MTF and AWT bias filter concepts using algo entry and trade management for index futures
  5. Stage 5 – Focus on 1 Instrument for Evaluation, Prop, or Live Trading
    • Day 5
    • 👉 Download Turnkey VIP Workspaces
    • Stage 5 provides live market trading focus on a chosen instrument
    • Turnkey VIP Workspace – Trade with the full range of advanced trading features for maximum results
    • Learn NinjaBuddy Trader, MTF chart context, AWT bias, AFT trade controllers, signals, and hybrid trading workflow
    • MNQ correlated with ES is the most popular combination, but it carries higher trailing drawdown risk
    • M2K correlated with EMD and ES offers a lower-risk starting point with better drawdown insulation
Tip: Slow Down to Go Quicker

Traders can progress at their own pace, spending one day or more on each stage. Stage 1 introduces core signal concepts and trade-management controllers that provide a major edge—helping traders learn when to trade, when not to trade, how to use partial exits, and more. Winning traders build skill over time and choose the level of automation that best fits their trade plan. VIP traders often average 66%–80% automation for prop-firm trading.

 

Get funded accelerator save 80%

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Current trial terms: Eligible new traders can request a 14-day ATS Ultimate full-feature trial through the Trader Launch Pad. Week 1 follows the Zero to Hero stages; Week 2 focuses on the trade plan, VIP workspaces and Trade Zone. Account use in sim/demo, evaluation, funded simulation or live trading depends on the licence and account-provider rules. The older trial terms below are retained as a historical record. See the current Get Started pathway.

For all new traders taking or completing the 7-day ultimate free trial and zero-to-hero training, save 80% off your first month. Live trading in the same month passing is supported, after which the total cost applies.

AFT Get Funded Free Evaluation Trading

  • Visit Get Funded Prop Firm Trading to view supported Prop Firms.
  • Note: Not all prop firms allow AFT trading.
  • Not all prop firms participate to allow free evaluation trading.
  • Free Evaluation prop firm trading has limited features excluding:
    • AFT Algo Trading Controller or Hybrid Algo Features
    • AWT Real-time data and AWT Web

AFT Get Funded Accelerator Evaluation Trading

  • Full ATS Universal Combo license
  • AFT full features for evaluation and live trading support!
  • AWT real-time data Desktop and AWT Web
  • ATS VIP Trading Group Access to sharpen your trading edge
  • 80% off the full license for the first month, reviewable monthly

If you have any inquiries or wish to purchase the “80% off Get Funded Accelerator” license, please schedule a free meeting with ATS Customer Success. This offer is available to approved zero-to-hero stage 5 traders to assist their trading goals to get funded live!

Click here: 🚀 Get Funded Accelerator Meeting!

features-and-pricing-policy-enforcing-for-2023

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Current trial terms: Eligible new traders can request a 14-day ATS Ultimate full-feature trial through the Trader Launch Pad. Week 1 follows the Zero to Hero stages; Week 2 focuses on the trade plan, VIP workspaces and Trade Zone. Account use in sim/demo, evaluation, funded simulation or live trading depends on the licence and account-provider rules. The older trial terms below are retained as a historical record. See the current Get Started pathway.

In the past, we introduced a soft launch and licensing policy to ensure uninterrupted access to unlimited free trading and evaluation for all traders. The initial early bird phase has now concluded, and we are currently progressing through the final stages of the project rollout, enforcing the following policy for current features:

  • Live Trading Account or Prop Firm Live Money Account – License Required
    • Essentials Manual Entry – Automated Trade Management
    • Premium Hybrid Entry – Micro Futures
    • Ultimate Hybrid Entry – All Futures
  • 100% Free for Global Sim Mode:
    • Freemium – Access to All Futures and Features
    • Enjoy Unlimited Free Access to Sim Trading, Replay, and Backtest, Including Pending Strategies.
  • 100% Free for NinjaTrader Demo Account Mode
    • Available for Non-Prop Firm Demo Accounts.
  • 100% Free for Prop Firm Evaluation Demo Account:
    • AFT Limited Feature Access is Provided for Affiliated Prop Firms.
    • AFT Full Feature Access Requires a License. See Below.
  • 7-day Free Ultimate Trial – AFT + AWT Real-Time Full Features
    • Offered to All New Traders Participating in Our Comprehensive Training Program, from “Zero to Hero,” Spanning Stage 1 to Stage 4, with Guidance in Stage 5 Meeting Trading Goals and the Following Options:
      • Stay on the Sim for More Time Global Sim Mode On – 100% Free (No AWT Real-Time)
      • Extended Trial Access Quid Pro Quo – Review and Extend
      • Demo Account Evaluation Trading
        • Get Funded Free – Partial Features – (No Algo Controller, No AWT Real-Time)
        • Get Funded Accelerator – All Features – (Algo Controller + AWT Real-Time + VIP)
      • Live Trading or Live Prop Firm – Live License + VIP Group Access

View all products on ATS Main Website or for full details of AFT see the pricing comparison table below:

Price Comparison

AFT8 the best and most advanced automated trading system for NinjaTrader

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AFT7 has been retired. Please upgrade to AFT8.

All AFT7 traders should upgrade to AFT8, available with freemium access and a full-featured free trial. Get AFT8 here for NinjaTrader.

Some claim! Yes, you heard it all before, and you should be skeptical. Use evidence-based decision-making, not emotion. Let us substantiate the facts below.

  1. Firstly, get a pedigree of who we are. View About Algo Trading Systems. This is about real traders with real systems designed, invented, and developed in-house using decades of professional trading and institutional-grade quantitative development and knowledge.
  2. Secondly, this is not a one-trick pony. It has many algorithms and billions of permutations for all different styles of trading: real swing, intermediate position trading, and day trading. Fully auto, semi-auto, and manual with automated exits, fault-tolerant, and even better, this is brought to retail so you may try them out free forever and decide if it’s for you or not.
  3. Thirdly, let’s look at the technical specs and understand why NinjaTrader’s open architecture allows us to create the best and most advanced system for retail trading. Check out the developer, our sister company MicroTrends Ltd across the pond – the pioneer and inventor of hybrid trading with a quick history of NinjaTrader algorithmic trading systems. See how they put the other vendors in top place with their white-label systems, but this one is only available direct from the source!

10 Quick Points of the Best Trading System Features

AFT8 resolves all the challenges for automated trading, fully and semi-auto hybrid, which the other systems in retail cannot do.
AFT8 Proprietary Trade Engine Features

  1. Manual, semi, or fully automated trading system
  2. Interactive real-time controls to set algorithms
    1. On/Off
    2. Long/Short set bias
    3. Semi-auto one trade and stop
    4. Fully auto trade as per configured rules
    5. Trader override and guidance and interaction with algo/trade management controller UI
  3. Stop and start NT – the system will auto-start when the workspace is opened and data is connected.
    1. Can start waiting for the trader to put on for auto
    2. Can start in fully auto mode
  4. Allows position compounding – adding to the same position or taking off. The system will adjust the stops and targets as required.
  5. Allows trader to close positions and cancel orders without stopping the system
  6. Allows restart of the NT system – will continue and work with orders and positions
  7. Fault tolerance allows the system to detangle orders and positions on a restart or in a fast market. If all orders are canceled, it will put the order back on, not leaving an unguarded position.
  8. True day trading, swing, and intermediate swing trading over the weekend for up to 3 months of a position. No matter how long you stop and start it, AFT8 will wake up and know what to do and continue onwards with your trading as long as there is a valid connection.
  9. Memory-persisted state between stops and starts so that the system can keep track of trades per day, per session, and money management goals. This is a vital element which other systems do not do, meaning you could blow your trade plan rules. AFT8 won’t let you. You can bypass the fail-safes and reset the memory – transparent data folder access or controls.
  10. Automatic data lag control will detect when the market is too fast and NT8 is lagging behind real-time data and prevent trading signals and executions of signal entries to prevent loss on slippage – news times, distance latency, and so on. Data lagging will be flagged visually in the market analyzers and can be set to 0.25s to 30s sensitivity. This is a vital element to stop trading during price shocks, news releases, and other scenarios which would enter with bad slippage and could blow your account. AFT8 safeguards trading against slippage and price shocks.

Plug and Play Turnkey Workspaces for Day Trading and Swing Trading

  • Turnkey baseline systems are made available for install, connect, and trading on sim
  • Designed for hybrid trading modes, man and machine, for real-time interaction
  • Baselines can be traded in fully automated mode to test and tweak to suit a trader
    • Session Breakout/Day trading/Swing
    • Trend Trading/Scalping
    • Range Trading/Mean Reversion
  • Off-Piste, a trader can use their imagination and experiment and build their own rules using the algo building blocks inside the system and even code their own in too!

Unrivaled Trading Flexibility

  • Multi-Time Frame, Multi-Algo
  • Multiple algorithms on the same account
  • Multiple Advanced Trade Managers on the same account
  • Asymmetrical bars for entry and exits
  • Can combine or pause and enable with real-time controls to suit the conditions on the day

Cloud Multi-Time Frame Filter System – AlphaWebTrader Trendometer API

  • Futures, Stocks, ETF aggregated amalgamated horizontal and vertical trend correlations
  • Cloud API Non-Lagging for CPU, disk, and data. NT8 will not go down and data lag/render delay
  • Aggregated data is read by AFT8 from the AWT.Desktop in real-time with no lagging or overhead
  • Vertical trend correlation up to 24 time frames per instrument
  • Horizontal trend correlation futures, Stock, ETF for bias
  • Group strength and weakness
  • Order flow by market ATR speed, volume, and trend efficiency
  • Signal Flow – order flow is good, but signal flow is a step above history and real-time
  • HTF Structure, gaps, levels, and more.
  • See AlphaWebTrader for more details

Battle-Tested Trading Systems on Real Money with a Real Fund

AFT8 Desktop comes from real live money trading of a $5 million hedge fund account from 2017 onwards to 2022 on trade sizes up to 1% or $50K USD stop loss risk. Clear Point Capital. In 2023, due to a lack of time and development obligations to the fund, we decided to release it to retail and cut it down from swing to day trade and make a desktop version of it for NT8, to allow the most advanced system for NT8 ever. We chose that route instead of migrating AFT7, but AFT7 parts and components are being added in over time.

Not a One-Trick Pony

  1. Time-Testing Approaches – Evolved
    1. Session Breakout – daily, weekly, monthly – custom breakout
    2. Trend Trading – USAR/Dynamic trend
    3. Range Trading – Mean Reversion fibGrid Bands
    4. News Trader – pending needs AWT API
    5. Multi-Time Frame Trend systems – AWT API Trendo etc.
  2. Many programmable systems available or even can add own code rules and compile into the system and use your rules and algo with the full off-the-shelf features

Build Your Own – Bring Your Own Algo
ATS & NT8 allows you to build your own and test for strategies and also for integration into AFT8 algos and leverage all the off-the-shelf features.

AFT8 Versus Traditional NT8 Strategies

NT Strategies do not provide this level of interaction and flexibility and cannot swing trade or self-recover. They require manual resolution of positions and orders to make safer before starting. AFT can start and resolve it all itself. NT Strategies don’t allow a trader to close positions and cancel orders without halting the strategy. AFT will also ship in the future with a strategy for backtesting, optimizing, and if preferred for trading, the most advanced ever built for NinjaTrader 8 Powered by ATS QuadroBase. This will be open source in the strategy to allow you to combine third-party and create your own algos combined with AFT8 sealed indicator components, with script development support in the Discord Trading Group.

Money Management – Challenges

Static or fixed fractional position sizing based on volatility stop-loss – fixed fractional or professional mode fund of funds position sizing and money management.

  • Off a user’s defined amount
  • Off the account
  • Or weighted balanced per asset stream – different values

Systematic Trading Systems – Trade Signal Generation & Execution

The system does all you need for manual, semi, or fully automated signal execution

  • Entry signal types
  • Exits
  • Stops and targets

Web Algo Trading Remote Control

  • On/Off of algorithms
  • Long/Short bias
  • Monitor and interact

There’s a lot more to come, and we don’t want to give it all away before we roll it out.
Note: Unlike our other white-label technologies used by well-known vendors in the ecosystem, we don’t license this to anyone else to resell!