OANDA

OANDA: forex and cryptocurrency broker with a presence in the United States

OANDA is a global broker operating in the foreign exchange (forex) and cryptocurrency markets. Its offering targets traders looking to trade major and minor pairs, as well as popular cryptocurrencies through its partner Paxos. The company presents itself as a broker with over 25 years of experience and has been recognized with awards such as "Best Forex Broker" at the TradingView Broker Awards 2021 and "Best Forex Broker In USA" at the Compare Forex Brokers' 2026 Awards.

Instruments and trading conditions

The firm offers access to over 68 major and minor currency pairs. Margins start from 2% on EUR/USD and 3% on AUD/USD. Spreads can be as low as 0.0 pips on certain accounts. Additionally, clients can trade cryptocurrencies through Paxos, although OANDA Corporation does not custody such assets or participate in the transactions.

Platforms and tools

OANDA provides several trading platforms: its own web platform and mobile app, MetaTrader 4, and TradingView. The web and mobile platform include advanced charting tools with over 100 popular technical indicators and the ability to analyze price trends with time intervals starting from 5 seconds. It also allows automating strategies via APIs. The company offers a free TradingView subscription with conditions.

Account types and programs

The company distinguishes between several account types, including the Elite Trader account, which offers benefits such as volume-based rebates, exclusive discounts on third-party platforms like TradingView, VIP content and events, and a dedicated relationship manager. There is also a corporate account and a pricing plan with core spread plus commission. The Elite Trader program is subject to meeting the criteria set out in the account package offer.

Education and resources

OANDA publishes a series of educational videos on various topics: how to trade on MetaTrader 4 and TradingView with an OANDA account, using the mobile app, risk management, trading psychology (such as revenge trading and overtrading), how to survive drawdowns, using stop-loss orders, and how to make deposits and withdrawals. It also offers technical analysis, spread calculators, and access to OANDA Labs.

Sponsorship and presence in the United States

In the United States, OANDA is the official sleeve patch partner of the New York Red Bulls, a Major League Soccer team. The company is headquartered in New York, zip code 10004, and its domain is oanda.com. The website is available in US English.

Regulation and risks

OANDA Corporation is a registered Futures Commission Merchant and Retail Foreign Exchange Dealer with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). The company warns that leveraged trading in foreign exchange carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. OANDA Corporation's forex accounts are not protected by the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC) nor do they receive a preference in bankruptcy proceedings under Part 190 of the CFTC's regulations. Cryptocurrency trading carries additional risks and all transactions occur on the Paxos Trust Company exchange, which is not an NFA member.

Location and contact

Phone: +1 212 858 7690 · Email: frontdesk@oanda.com