Quant Farming Clients

Quant Farming Account Setup

Follow these six steps to open a StoneX futures account with Lincoln Park Financial and activate MetaTrader 5 (MT5) for your automated Quant Farming trading setup. A real person on our team is here to help you at every step.

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Step by step

Detailed Setup Instructions

Open each step for the exact instructions. Keep this page handy while you complete your setup.

1Open an Account with StoneX

Click Open an Account below to start your StoneX application.

Open an Account

What to expect on the application

  1. Fill out the initial form. You will then receive an email to activate your username and set your password.
    1. Under Trading Objective, select Speculative instead of Hedging.
  2. Log in to complete the full online application. It takes about 10 minutes.
  3. On the document upload screen, upload a photo of your ID or passport and a proof of address.
  4. On the same screen, select Request Electronic Signature. You will receive a follow up email from Dropbox StoneX.
  5. Open that email, click Next in the upper right corner, add your signature and choose Insert Everywhere for speed. You can also just type it in.

Once submitted, we will work directly with StoneX to get your account approved quickly, and we will reach out if they need anything further.

2Application Review

Once you submit your application, our team works directly with StoneX to move your approval along as quickly as possible.

If compliance needs anything further, we will email you the exact instructions. Simply reply directly to that email with the requested information.

3Approval Email with Your Instructions

Once your account is approved, we send you an email with written instructions for activating market data, activating the platform and making your deposit.

If you would like help, we can schedule a quick 15 minute screen share call to walk you through market data and platform activation.

4Fund Your Account by ACH or Wire
  1. ACH from your bank is recommended. We can set up either a push from your bank or a pull from your account.
  2. To fund by ACH, email brian@lpfutures.com or customerservice@lpfutures.com with the amount, and we will arrange it for you.
  3. Wire instructions are available on request. Standard wire fees from your bank apply.
5Activate Market Data
  1. Log in to MyStoneX.
  2. Click the circle icon in the upper right corner and select Profile.
  3. Go to the Software and Subscriptions tab and choose Market Data Subscription.
  4. Click Manage Subscriptions and accept the Futures Market Data agreement.
  5. Select the "Top of Book" CME Group bundle and choose nonprofessional.
  6. Choose your billing method: a monthly charge to your trading account or a credit card.
  7. Click Submit.
6Activate the MetaTrader 5 Platform
  1. In MyStoneX, return to the Software and Subscriptions tab and choose Software Subscription.
  2. Click Manage Subscriptions and accept the terms.
  3. Select MetaTrader 5 (MT5) and choose your billing method.
  4. Click Submit.
  5. You will shortly receive an email from CQG with instructions to accept the market data agreement using your CQG username and password.
  6. After activation, your MT5 credentials arrive by email in about 6 to 12 hours. Forward that email to your LPF contact so our team can complete your setup.

Market data and platform fees

Fees are shown when you select each subscription in MyStoneX, and market data and platform fees are billed on the 1st of every month.

Questions

Talk With a Real Person

Our team can help with your application, funding, market data and MetaTrader 5 activation. You can also reach us through our contact page.

Call our Chicago team

312 500 4730

Account setup and funding

brian@lpfutures.com

FAQ

Quant Farming Setup Questions

Have a question that is not covered here? Call 312 500 4730 or email customerservice@lpfutures.com.

Which clearing firm do Quant Farming clients use?

Quant Farming accounts are opened with StoneX. Click Open an Account to start your StoneX application.

How long does the online application take?

The full online application takes about 10 minutes. Have a photo of your ID or passport and a proof of address ready to upload.

What happens after I submit my application?

We work directly with StoneX on the review. If compliance needs anything further, we email you the exact instructions, and you can reply directly to that email.

How do I fund my account?

ACH from your bank is recommended. Email brian@lpfutures.com or customerservice@lpfutures.com with the amount and we will arrange it. Wire instructions are also available, and standard wire fees apply.

Which market data do I need?

In MyStoneX, select the "Top of Book" CME Group bundle and choose nonprofessional under Market Data Subscription.

When will I receive my MetaTrader 5 credentials?

Your MT5 credentials usually arrive by email about 6 to 12 hours after platform activation. Forward that email to your LPF contact so our team can complete your setup.

When are market data and platform fees billed?

Fees are shown when you select each subscription, and market data and platform fees are billed on the 1st of every month.

Can someone walk me through the setup?

Yes. Once your account is approved, we can schedule a quick 15 minute screen share call to walk you through market data and platform activation. Call 312 500 4730 to ask.

Get started

Ready to Open Your Account?

Click Open an Account to start your StoneX application, and our team will guide you through every step of your Quant Farming setup.

Futures and options trading involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors.