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How to Connect TradingView to NinjaTrader

By Ethan Brooks on January 26, 2025

How to Connect TradingView to NinjaTrader

As trading evolves, so does the demand for cutting-edge tools that empower traders to execute their strategies with precision and efficiency. Enter CrossTrade, a revolutionary solution tailored for NinjaTrader users. By addressing critical limitations in the NinjaTrader 8 platform, CrossTrade has become an indispensable solution for traders seeking seamless integration and enhanced functionality.

The Best of Both Worlds

NinjaTrader 8 has been the industry standard platform for retail futures traders for years because of its superior order execution and automated trade management features. However, in recent years the industry has moved away from traditional desktop platforms in favor of modern web-based options for superior speed and charting flexibility. With many traders looking for the best of both worlds, CrossTrade, a proud NinjaTrader ecosystem partner, has solved this challenge by introducing a game-changing solution.

With CrossTrade, traders can now accept webhook alerts from virtually any source, including the highly popular TradingView to execute their signals directly on NinjaTrader 8. Through CrossTrade’s built-in NinjaTrader Add-On, you can effortlessly connect your favorite signal-generating platforms to NinjaTrader, unlocking a world of automated possibilities.

Here’s a full video tutorial from our partners, CrossTrade

Why Choose CrossTrade?

  • Webhook Alerts Without Limits
    CrossTrade offers unlimited alerts per month so you can trade as much as you want for one affordable price, no matter the signal count.
  • Unmatched Processing Speed
    In trading, every second counts. CrossTrade processes over 100,000 webhook alerts per day, with an impressive average processing time of around 30 milliseconds. This speed ensures that your trades are executed promptly, giving you a competitive edge in the market.
  • CrossTrade Pro: Active Account Management
    For traders seeking more control over their accounts, CrossTrade Pro takes things to the next level. With features like:
    • Daily Profit Targets: Automatically secure your profits and maintain discipline.
    • Auto-Flatten: Ensure your positions are closed at the end of the day or based on your preferences.
    • Signal Management Controls: Fine-tune your trading signals to align with your strategy.
  • The Only API Provider for NinjaTrader 8
    CrossTrade stands as the exclusive API provider for NinjaTrader 8. This distinction means that when it comes to integrating external signals or managing automated strategies, CrossTrade is the go-to solution trusted by traders worldwide.
  • Seamless Integration with Prop Trading Accounts
    While CrossTrade works with any NinjaTrader account type, it shines brightest by offering proprietary traders using NinjaTrader based evaluation programs a way to directly connect to NinjaTrader.

Quick-Start Guide:

Step 1 – Download the latest release from CrossTrade

Step 2 – Install the Add-On

Once downloaded, open NinjaTrader and install the Add-on by clicking on Tools > Import > NinjaScript Add-On.

Once downloaded, open NinjaTrader and install the Add-on by clicking on Tools > Import > NinjaScript Add-On.
Once downloaded, open NinjaTrader and install the Add-on by clicking on Tools > Import > NinjaScript Add-On.
Once downloaded, open NinjaTrader and install the Add-on by clicking on Tools > Import > NinjaScript Add-On.

Before you restart NinjaTrader, complete Step 3!

Step 3 – Enable the NinjaTrader ATI

Enable the Automated Trading Interface (ATI) to accept your external commands by going to Tools > Options > Automated Trading Interface.

Enable the Automated Trading Interface (ATI) to accept your external commands by going to Tools > Options > Automated Trading Interface.
Enable the Automated Trading Interface (ATI) to accept your external commands by going to Tools > Options > Automated Trading Interface.
Enable the Automated Trading Interface (ATI) to accept your external commands by going to Tools > Options > Automated Trading Interface.

Now restart NinjaTrader

Final Step – Log In to CrossTrade

After you have restarted NinjaTrader. it’s now time to Log In with your email and password.

After you have restarted NinjaTrader. it's now time to Log In with your email and password.
After you have restarted NinjaTrader. it's now time to Log In with your email and password.

Unlocking TradingView Automation

Automation is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity for traders aiming to stay ahead. Whether you’re a day trader, swing trader, or algorithmic trader, CrossTrade opens the door to new possibilities within the TradingView platform. With its unmatched speed, reliability, and suite of advanced features, CrossTrade has solidified its position as the leading choice for traders who want to harness TradingViews vast indicator and strategy library with NinjaTraders automated trading capabilities. 

Ready to transform your trading experience? Visit CrossTrade.io today and start a free 7-day trial with unlimited webhook alerts and access to Active Account Management to fully control your NinjaTrader account like never before. Connect TradingView to NinjaTrader with CrossTrade and discover a new path forward for retail traders. 

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Ethan Brooks

January 26, 2025

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