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Take risk-free positions on thousands of global markets with virtual funds, on an intuitive trading platform.
Why use a spread betting demo account?
Our free spread betting demo account is an ideal way to learn how spread betting works and explore the financial markets without risking real capital. It allows you to understand order types, position sizing, leverage and market behaviour in a safe, simulated environment.
With £1,000 in virtual funds, you can practise taking long and short positions on forex, indices, commodities, shares and more via spread bets. The demo environment mirrors many of the core features of our live platform, helping you become familiar with the tools and mechanics of spread betting before deciding if it’s right for you.
Whether on mobile or desktop, you can navigate our intuitive trading platform using:
Multiple, diverse chart types and timeframes from a second to a month
100+ technical indicators and a full suite of drawing tools
A built-in Reuters newsfeed delivering near real-time market updates
Price alerts, customisable watchlists, and built-in risk management tools to help you prepare for live market conditions
Your demo account gives you the space to build knowledge and confidence at your own pace. If you choose to progress to a live spread betting account, you’ll join a community of over 787,000+ clients who trade with an award-winning provider.
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Knowing how to manage your risk is an essential trading skill.
A spread betting demo account lets you practise placing spread bets using virtual funds rather than real money. It simulates many of the core features of a live trading platform, allowing you to explore markets, test order types and learn how leveraged spread betting works in a risk-free environment. While the demo is designed to feel similar to live trading, it is for education and practice only and may not fully reflect real trading conditions.
Yes. Demo accounts display a bid-ask spread, just like live accounts. However, spreads in a demo environment are indicative and may differ from the spreads offered on a live account, particularly during more volatile market conditions.
No. All trading on a demo account uses virtual funds, so you cannot lose real money. However, because spread betting on a live account is leveraged, losses in a real trading environment can exceed your deposits. The demo is designed to help you understand these risks before trading live.
Yes. Opening and using a demo spread betting account is completely free. There is no charge for accessing virtual funds, educational tools, charts or platform features.
You can practise spread betting across a wide range of markets, including forex (FX), indices, commodities and shares.
The demo account aims to give you an experience similar to live trading, with real-time or near-real-time pricing where possible. However, demo conditions are indicative. They may not fully replicate live trading factors such as slippage, execution speed, sudden spread changes and market liquidity during volatile periods.
You receive £1,000 in virtual funds when you open your demo spread betting account. These funds are used solely for practice and can typically be reset if you want to start again.
Yes. Your demo account works across both mobile app and desktop platforms, allowing you to practise spread betting wherever is most convenient.
Spread betting is generally tax-free for UK residents, as profits are generally not subject to capital gains tax or stamp duty. However, tax treatment depends on your individual circumstances and may change in the future.
Yes. You can upgrade to a live spread betting account whenever you feel ready (subject to eligibility). Live accounts require onboarding checks, including identity verification, before you can trade safely and responsibly. You can continue using your demo account alongside your live account if you’d like to practise new strategies.
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