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Getting Started

Your First Trade

A complete beginner guide to making your first copytrade on Polyfollow, step by step.

Your First Trade

Ready to make your first copytrade? Follow this simple guide and you'll be trading in 5 minutes.


Before You Start

Make sure you have:

RequirementHow to Get It
AccountSign up at polyfollow.com
USDCDeposit $20-50 to start
Balance visibleCheck Dashboard shows your funds

Step 1: Find a Trader

  1. Click Traders in the menu
  2. Look at the Best Performers section
  3. Pick someone with:
    • Positive profit (green numbers)
    • 50%+ win rate
    • Recent activity

Step 2: Review Their Profile

Click on a trader to see:

MetricWhat to Look For
Win RateHigher = more consistent
Total ProfitPositive number = good
Trade CountMore trades = more data
Recent TradesActive in last 7 days

Step 3: Configure Copy Settings

Click Copy Trader and set up:

Recommended Beginner Settings

SettingValueWhy
ModeRangeProtects from oversized trades
Percentage10%Conservative start
Min Trade$2Ensures trades execute
Max Trade$25Limits risk

Step 4: Start Copying

  1. Review your settings
  2. Click Start Copying
  3. You'll see a green "Active" status

That's it! You're now copying trades automatically.


Step 5: Wait for Trades

Now you wait for the trader to make a move. When they do:

  1. You get a notification
  2. Trade executes in under 1 second
  3. Position appears in your Dashboard

What to Expect

TimeframeWhat Might Happen
First hourMight not see trades (depends on trader)
First dayUsually 1-5 trades
First weekBetter sense of trader's style

Be patient - good traders don't over-trade.


Beginner Tips

  1. Start small - $25 max per trade while learning
  2. Copy 2-3 traders - Don't put all eggs in one basket
  3. Check daily - Review your positions and P&L
  4. Don't panic sell - Let the copytrading system work
  5. Keep buffer - Always have 20% extra balance