Scalping, hedging and EAs: what each broker actually permits
Most brokers never publish a scalping policy at all, which leaves traders guessing until a strategy gets restricted. This page records only what each broker states in its own terms — and where nothing is published, it says so rather than assuming permission.
| Broker | For Scalping | Expert Advisors | Hedging | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not published | Yes | Not published | Source | Open account | |
| Not published | Yes | Yes | Source | Open account | |
| Yes | Yes | Yes | Source | Open account | |
| Yes | Yes | Not published | Source | Open account | |
| Not published | Not published | Yes | Source | Open account | |
| Not published | Yes | Not published | Source | Open account | |
| Not published | Not published | Yes | Source | Open account | |
| Not published | Not published | Not published | — | Open account | |
| Not published | Not published | Not published | — | Open account | |
| Not published | Not published | Not published | — | Open account |
Which brokers allow scalping?
Only a minority state it explicitly. Where the table shows a permission, it comes from the broker's own published terms or FAQ; where it shows nothing published, the broker is silent — which is not the same as a prohibition, but it is not permission either.
Are Expert Advisors and automated trading allowed?
Usually yes on MetaTrader accounts, but conditions vary and some brokers cap activity — one in this table limits accounts to a set number of actions per 24 hours before switching them to read-only. Check the cap, not just whether EAs are allowed.
What is hedging and why does it matter?
Hedging means holding a long and short position in the same instrument at once. Some jurisdictions and brokers prohibit it, some price it differently through reduced margin on the hedged leg. If your strategy depends on it, confirm it before funding.