> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://guide.askape.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Supported Brokerages

See which trading platforms work with Ape AI.

**⏱️ Time to read:** 3 minutes \
**📱🌐 Platform:** Both iOS & Web \
**👤 Best for:** Everyone planning to connect

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## 🏦 Fully Supported Brokerages

### 🍌 Ape Paper Trading Account ⭐ FIRST

**What it is:** FREE virtual trading account from Ape AI

**Features:**

* ✅ \$100,000 virtual cash
* ✅ Real market data
* ✅ Practice risk-free
* ✅ All Ape AI features
* ✅ Stocks & options trading
* ✅ Instant setup

**Cost:** FREE

**Best for:** Beginners, learning, testing strategies

**This is ALWAYS the first option in the brokerage connection list.**

\[Learn more →]\(\<../../Use-Cases/Pre-Investor/Getting Started/paper-trading-practice.md>)

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### 1. Robinhood 🐦

**Support Level:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Full

**What Works:**

* ✅ Portfolio sync
* ✅ Real-time positions
* ✅ Trade execution (stocks & options)
* ✅ Order history
* ✅ Cash balance

**Platforms:** iOS ✅ | Web ✅

**Setup Time:** 2 minutes

**Notes:** Most popular. Seamless integration.

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### 2. Webull 📊

**Support Level:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Full

**What Works:**

* ✅ Portfolio sync
* ✅ Real-time positions
* ✅ Trade execution
* ✅ Extended hours tracking
* ✅ Paper trading account sync (if you have Webull paper)

**Platforms:** iOS ✅ | Web ✅

**Setup Time:** 3 minutes

**Notes:** Great for day traders. Level 2 data available.

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### 3. TD Ameritrade 🏦

**Support Level:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Full

**What Works:**

* ✅ Portfolio sync
* ✅ Real-time positions
* ✅ Trade execution
* ✅ thinkorswim accounts
* ✅ IRA accounts (view-only)

**Platforms:** iOS ✅ | Web ✅

**Setup Time:** 3-5 minutes

**Notes:** Professional-level. Merging with Schwab (still supported).

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### 4. E\*TRADE 💼

**Support Level:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Full

**What Works:**

* ✅ Portfolio sync
* ✅ Real-time positions
* ✅ Trade execution
* ✅ Multiple account types
* ✅ Retirement accounts (view-only)

**Platforms:** iOS ✅ | Web ✅

**Setup Time:** 3 minutes

**Notes:** Owned by Morgan Stanley. Reliable.

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### 5. Interactive Brokers (IBKR) 🌐

**Support Level:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Advanced

**What Works:**

* ✅ Portfolio sync
* ✅ Real-time positions
* ✅ Trade execution (US markets)
* ✅ Multi-currency accounts
* ⚠️ Complex options require approval

**Platforms:** iOS ✅ | Web ✅

**Setup Time:** 5-10 minutes (more complex OAuth)

**Notes:** Best for international traders. Advanced features.

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### 6. Charles Schwab 🏛️

**Support Level:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Full

**What Works:**

* ✅ Portfolio sync
* ✅ Real-time positions
* ✅ Trade execution
* ✅ Retirement accounts (view-only)
* ✅ Merged TD Ameritrade accounts

**Platforms:** iOS ✅ | Web ✅

**Setup Time:** 3 minutes

**Notes:** Absorbing TD Ameritrade. Both supported.

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### 7. Fidelity 🏦

**Support Level:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good

**What Works:**

* ✅ Portfolio sync
* ✅ Real-time positions
* ✅ Trade execution (basic)
* ⚠️ Some advanced orders not supported
* ✅ Retirement accounts (view-only)

**Platforms:** iOS ✅ | Web ✅

**Setup Time:** 3-5 minutes

**Notes:** Conservative broker. Solid integration.

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### 8. Ally Invest 💸

**Support Level:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good

**What Works:**

* ✅ Portfolio sync
* ✅ Real-time positions
* ✅ Trade execution
* ✅ Low-fee options trading

**Platforms:** iOS ✅ | Web ✅

**Setup Time:** 3 minutes

**Notes:** Good for cost-conscious traders.

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### 9. Tastytrade 🍕

**Support Level:** ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good

**What Works:**

* ✅ Portfolio sync
* ✅ Real-time positions
* ✅ Options trade execution
* ✅ Advanced options strategies
* ⚠️ Stock trading basic

**Platforms:** iOS ✅ | Web ✅

**Setup Time:** 3 minutes

**Notes:** Best for options traders.

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### 10. TradeStation 📈

**Support Level:** ⭐⭐⭐ Limited

**What Works:**

* ✅ Portfolio sync
* ✅ Real-time positions
* ⚠️ Trade execution limited
* ⚠️ Some account types not supported

**Platforms:** iOS ⚠️ | Web ✅

**Setup Time:** 5 minutes

**Notes:** Advanced traders. Some limitations.

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## 🔜 Coming Soon

### Brokerages We're Adding:

**Q1 2025:**

* **Public** - Social investing platform
* **Moomoo** - Commission-free trading
* **Merrill Edge** - Bank of America brokerage

**Q2 2025:**

* **Vanguard** - Long-term investing (view-only)
* **SoFi Invest** - All-in-one finance
* **WeBull Canada** - Canadian traders

**Q3 2025:**

* **Coinbase** - Crypto exposure tracking
* **M1 Finance** - Pie investing
* **Acorns** - Micro-investing

**Want your broker supported?** Contact support to request!

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## 🌍 International Support

### Currently Supported:

**🇺🇸 United States:** All listed brokers

**🇨🇦 Canada:**

* Interactive Brokers ✅
* TD Direct Investing (Coming Q1 2025)
* Questrade (Coming Q2 2025)

**🇬🇧 United Kingdom:**

* Interactive Brokers ✅
* Others coming 2025

**🇪🇺 Europe:**

* Interactive Brokers ✅
* DeGiro (Coming Q2 2025)

**🇦🇺 Australia:**

* Interactive Brokers ✅

**🇮🇳 India:**

* Zerodha (Coming Q3 2025)

**Other regions:** Use Interactive Brokers or Ape Paper Trading

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## 📊 Feature Comparison

| Brokerage               | Portfolio Sync | Trade Execution | Options    | Retirement Accounts |
| ----------------------- | -------------- | --------------- | ---------- | ------------------- |
| **Ape Paper Trading**   | ✅              | ✅               | ✅          | N/A                 |
| **Robinhood**           | ✅              | ✅               | ✅          | ❌                   |
| **Webull**              | ✅              | ✅               | ✅          | ⚠️ View-only        |
| **TD Ameritrade**       | ✅              | ✅               | ✅          | ⚠️ View-only        |
| **E\*TRADE**            | ✅              | ✅               | ✅          | ⚠️ View-only        |
| **Interactive Brokers** | ✅              | ✅               | ✅          | ⚠️ View-only        |
| **Charles Schwab**      | ✅              | ✅               | ✅          | ⚠️ View-only        |
| **Fidelity**            | ✅              | ⚠️ Basic        | ⚠️ Basic   | ⚠️ View-only        |
| **Ally Invest**         | ✅              | ✅               | ✅          | ⚠️ View-only        |
| **Tastytrade**          | ✅              | ✅               | ✅          | ❌                   |
| **TradeStation**        | ✅              | ⚠️ Limited      | ⚠️ Limited | ⚠️ View-only        |

**Legend:**

* ✅ Fully supported
* ⚠️ Limited/View-only
* ❌ Not supported

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## 🎯 Which Broker Should You Use?

### For Beginners 🌱

**Recommendation:** Ape Paper Trading → Robinhood

**Why:**

* Paper trading to learn risk-free
* Robinhood is simplest to use
* Easy Ape AI integration
* Low friction

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### For Day Traders 🚀

**Recommendation:** Webull or TD Ameritrade

**Why:**

* Extended hours trading
* Level 2 data
* Fast execution
* Advanced tools

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### For Options Traders 🎲

**Recommendation:** Tastytrade or TD Ameritrade

**Why:**

* Best options commissions
* Advanced strategies supported
* Options-focused platforms

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### For Long-Term Investors 🏦

**Recommendation:** Charles Schwab or Fidelity

**Why:**

* Free trades
* Retirement account support
* Research tools
* Trusted brands

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### For International Traders 🌍

**Recommendation:** Interactive Brokers

**Why:**

* Global market access
* Multi-currency
* Low fees
* Works in most countries

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## ⚠️ Known Limitations

### General Limitations:

**Retirement Accounts:**

* Most brokers: View-only (no trading from Ape AI)
* Can see holdings, track performance
* Cannot execute trades
* Must trade through broker directly

**Crypto Trading:**

* Currently not supported (coming 2025)
* Use Ape Paper Trading to practice crypto-related stock trades (COIN, MARA, MSTR)

**Futures Trading:**

* Not supported
* Focus is on stocks & options

**Forex Trading:**

* Not supported

**Penny Stocks:**

* Some brokers restrict stocks under \$1
* Ape AI supports if your broker allows

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## 🔧 Troubleshooting

### "My broker isn't listed"

**Options:**

1. **Use Ape Paper Trading** - Works for everyone
2. **Request your broker** - Contact support
3. **Check "Coming Soon"** - Might be in development
4. **Use Interactive Brokers** - Works globally

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### "Connection failed"

**Common causes:**

1. Broker maintenance - Try later
2. Wrong login credentials - Double-check
3. 2FA timeout - Try again
4. Account restrictions - Contact broker

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### "Features missing"

**Check:**

1. Is your broker fully supported?
2. Did you enable trading permissions?
3. Is your account type supported?
4. Check feature comparison table above

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## 💡 Pro Tips

### 1. Start with Paper Trading

**Always.** Even if experienced.

* Learn Ape AI features first
* Test workflows
* Build confidence
* Then connect real money

### 2. Connect Multiple Brokers

**Have accounts at different brokers?**

* Connect them all
* See unified portfolio
* Total across all accounts
* One dashboard

### 3. Use Different Brokers for Different Strategies

**Example setup:**

* Robinhood: Long-term holds
* Webull: Day trading
* Ape Paper Trading: Testing new strategies
* All visible in Ape AI

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## ❓ FAQ

**Q: Can I connect multiple accounts from the same broker?** A: Yes! Connect as many as you want.

**Q: Do I need a paid Ape AI plan to connect?** A: Ape Paper Trading is free. Real brokerages may require Super Ape subscription.

**Q: Will connecting affect my broker account?** A: No! Read-only by default. Trading is opt-in.

**Q: Can I switch brokers later?** A: Yes! Disconnect old, connect new. Your Ape AI data stays.

**Q: Does Ape AI work with joint accounts?** A: Yes, if your broker's API supports it.

**Q: What about custodial accounts (for kids)?** A: Depends on broker API support. Check with support.

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## What's Next?

**Ready to Connect?**

* [Why Connect? →](/features/brokerage/why-connect) - Benefits of connecting
* \[How to Connect →]\(\<../../Use-Cases/Pre-Investor/Getting Started/choosing-brokerage.md>) - Step-by-step guide
* \[Ape Paper Trading →]\(\<../../Use-Cases/Pre-Investor/Getting Started/paper-trading-practice.md>) - Start risk-free

**After Connecting:**

* [Portfolio Overview →](../Portfolio/overview) - See your holdings
* [Execute Trades →](../Chat/execute-trades) - Trade from chat

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**Find your broker and connect to unlock Ape AI's full power! 🏦🚀**