How to trade Synthetic Indices using TradingView

Synthetic Indices are available on TradingView through Deriv’s broker integration. This means you can connect your Deriv account to TradingView, use TradingView’s charts and tools, and place trades on Synthetic Indices through your Deriv account.

In this guide, you’ll learn what Synthetic Indices are, how TradingView fits into the trading experience, and how to access Synthetic Indices once Deriv is connected as your broker.

Key takeaways

• Synthetic Indices are available on TradingView through Deriv’s broker integration.
• To trade Synthetic Indices on TradingView, you need to connect your Deriv account.
• TradingView provides the charting interface, while Deriv provides access to Synthetic Indices and executes the trades.
• Synthetic Indices are algorithm-generated markets that run 24/7 and are not affected by real-world news or traditional market hours.
• Traders can use TradingView tools such as indicators, drawing tools, alerts, and multiple timeframes to analyse Synthetic Indices.

What are Synthetic Indices?

Synthetic Indices are simulated markets that are generated by a secure algorithm. Unlike forex, stocks, or commodities, they are not affected by real-world events such as company earnings, economic reports, central bank decisions, or geopolitical news.

They are designed to behave like real markets, with price movements, volatility, and trading opportunities, but they run independently of traditional financial markets. This means they are available 24/7, including weekends and public holidays.

Traders often trade Synthetic Indices because they offer:

• round-the-clock market access and 24/7 trading opportunities
• consistent volatility conditions
• no exposure to news-driven price shocks
• a wide range of markets with different volatility levels

How Synthetic Indices work on TradingView

To trade Synthetic Indices on TradingView, you first need to connect Deriv as your broker.

Once connected, TradingView acts as your charting and trading interface. Deriv remains the broker that provides access to the market and handles trade execution.

In simple terms:

• TradingView gives you the charting tools.
• Deriv gives you access to Synthetic Indices.
• Your trades are placed through your Deriv account.

This setup lets you analyse Synthetic Indices using TradingView’s charting features while trading with Deriv directly from the TradingView interface.

Which Synthetic Indices can you trade on TradingView with Deriv?

You can trade all of Deriv’s Synthetic Indices directly on TradingView charts, including the popular:

• Volatility Indices
• Crash/Boom Indices
• Step Indices
• Jump Indices

Why use TradingView to trade Synthetic Indices?

TradingView is widely used by traders for market analysis because of its charting tools, indicators, drawing features, and customisable layouts.

When you trade Synthetic Indices through Deriv on TradingView, you can use these tools to plan and manage your trades more effectively.

Analyse price action more clearly

TradingView charts make it easier to study market structure, spot trends, and identify potential support and resistance zones. This can help you understand whether a synthetic index is trending, ranging, or showing signs of reversal.

Use technical indicators

You can apply TradingView indicators such as moving averages, RSI, MACD, Bollinger Bands, and many others to synthetic index charts. These tools can help you identify momentum, volatility, and possible entry or exit areas.

Draw directly on the chart

TradingView’s drawing tools allow you to mark trendlines, channels, zones, patterns, and key price levels. This is useful when building a trading plan before entering a position.

Monitor multiple timeframes

Synthetic Indices can move differently across timeframes. TradingView lets you switch between timeframes quickly, so you can compare short-term price action with the broader trend before making a decision.

Set alerts

TradingView alerts can help you track important price levels or indicator signals without watching the chart constantly. This can be useful if you are waiting for a breakout, pullback, or specific setup.

How to access Synthetic Indices on TradingView through Deriv

Before you begin, you need a TradingView account and a Deriv account.

Step 1: Log in to TradingView

Open TradingView and log in to your account. If you do not have a TradingView account, create one first.

Step 2: Click Trade on the chart

At the top right corner of the TradingView chart, click Trade. This will open a pop-up where you can find brokers that are integrated with TradingView.

Step 3: Select Deriv

Search for Deriv in the broker list and select it.

Step 4: Connect your Deriv account

Follow the prompts to authorise the connection between TradingView and your Deriv account. Once connected, you should be able to view your Deriv account from TradingView.

Step 5: Search for Synthetic Indices

Use the symbol search to look for the synthetic index you want to trade. The exact symbol names should be confirmed before publication.

Step 6: Analyse the chart

Before placing a trade, use TradingView’s charting tools to review the market. Check the trend, volatility, support and resistance levels, and your preferred technical indicators.

Step 7: Place your trade

Once you have completed your analysis, you can place your trade through the TradingView interface. The trade is executed through your Deriv account.

Risk management when trading Synthetic Indices

Synthetic Indices can move quickly, especially higher-volatility instruments. A clear risk management plan is essential.

Before placing a trade, consider:

• using a demo account first
• choosing a position size that matches your risk tolerance
• setting a stop-loss
• avoiding overtrading
• not increasing your trade size after a loss
• reviewing each trade after it closes

TradingView can help with analysis, but it does not remove trading risk. Your decisions, trade size, and risk controls still matter.

Start trading Synthetic Indices on TradingView charts

Trading Synthetic Indices using TradingView gives you access to Deriv’s synthetic markets with TradingView’s advanced charting experience. You can analyse charts, apply indicators, draw key levels, set alerts, and place trades through your connected Deriv account.

The key is to treat TradingView as your analysis and trading interface, while Deriv provides access to Synthetic Indices through its broker integration. If you are new to Synthetic Indices or new to TradingView, consider practising with a Deriv demo account first. A demo account lets you explore the charts, test strategies, and understand how Synthetic Indices move without risking real funds.

Once you are comfortable with the trading flow and your strategy, you can decide whether to move to a real account.

Disclaimer:

The products offered on our website are complex derivative products that carry a significant risk of potential loss. You should consider whether you understand how these products work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice.

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