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Install & Secure MT4: Forex Platform Setup

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Quick Overview

MetaTrader 4 (MT4) is the most-installed retail forex platform worldwide and is published exclusively by MetaQuotes Software Corp.metaquotes.net Installing the terminal directly from the official MetaTrader4.com download page avoids bundled ad-ware often found in third-party mirrors. A secure setup also means (a) verifying the installer’s SHA-1 hash to ensure the file hasn’t been tampered with, (b) configuring basic firewall rules so MT4 can reach its trade servers without exposing other ports, and (c) enabling two-factor authentication (OTP) for every trading account you log into.global.bdswiss.com This 60-minute, facts-only webinar walks step-by-step through that entire hardening process, staying squarely inside the FAIS “factual-information” safe-harbour—no signals, no personal advice.fsca.co.zabanking.org.za

What You’ll Learn

  1. Verified download sources — how to locate MetaQuotes links and compare SHA-1 checksums before running the installer.

  2. One-click installation (Windows & macOS) — default folders, custom paths and why portable installs can break future updates.

  3. Secure login basics — creating strong master passwords and binding OTP inside the MT4/MT5 mobile app for instant two-factor codes.

  4. Platform hardening — adding MT4 executables to trusted antivirus exclusions to stop false-positive quarantines, plus recommended inbound/outbound firewall ports.

  5. First-run checklist — selecting a low-latency server, reviewing the Journal tab for connection errors, and making a zipped backup of the config, profiles and history folders.

Why It Matters

A compromised or misconfigured terminal can lead to trade execution delays, slippage or even credential theft. Verifying file integrity, closing unneeded ports and enforcing strong authentication dramatically reduce those risks before you place your first order—an essential layer of control that aligns with the FSCA’s margin-risk disclosures for derivative trading.

Speaker

Brandon Lurie — professional trader, analyst and RE 5 candidate. Brandon specialises in platform optimisation and keeps every session strictly “factual information,” never advice, in line with FSCA guidance. fsca.co.za

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Disclaimer: This webinar provides general, factual information and does not constitute financial advice as defined in the FAIS Act. Margin trading carries risk. Always consult a licensed FSP before acting on factual data presented.