FAQ
Who This Is For
Section titled “Who This Is For”This page is for readers who want fast answers before diving into the deeper setup or operating guides.
It is especially useful when you are:
- evaluating whether Cortiq fits your workflow
- checking one important product limitation quickly
- confirming the recommended safe path before going live
Is Cortiq a cloud trading platform?
Section titled “Is Cortiq a cloud trading platform?”No. Cortiq is a Windows desktop product that runs locally and integrates with MetaTrader 5 on the same machine.
Does Cortiq support brokers outside MetaTrader 5?
Section titled “Does Cortiq support brokers outside MetaTrader 5?”No public support is documented for non-MT5 execution environments. The supported execution path is MetaTrader 5.
Is virtual trading the same as backtesting?
Section titled “Is virtual trading the same as backtesting?”No. Virtual trading simulates trades without sending them to MT5, but it does so on current market conditions. It is not a historical backtesting engine.
Can I start with one AI provider and switch later?
Section titled “Can I start with one AI provider and switch later?”Yes. Sessions can be configured with different providers and different integration modes, so you can change your operating model over time.
Can I use Claude Desktop or another MCP agent with Cortiq?
Section titled “Can I use Claude Desktop or another MCP agent with Cortiq?”Yes, in advanced setups. Cortiq includes an MCP server model that allows an MCP-compatible client to control External MCP sessions through tool calls. That is a different operating mode from the normal autonomous session loop. See MCP and Agent Integration.
Should I go live immediately after installation?
Section titled “Should I go live immediately after installation?”No. The recommended path is to install Cortiq, confirm MT5 and AI connectivity, create a narrow playbook, and run virtual sessions first.
Does Cortiq guarantee profitable trading?
Section titled “Does Cortiq guarantee profitable trading?”No. Cortiq is an execution and decision-support platform with risk controls, not a guarantee of performance.
Can Cortiq manage multiple accounts?
Section titled “Can Cortiq manage multiple accounts?”Yes. Cortiq supports multi-account MT5 setups, but each account needs correct configuration and non-conflicting connectivity settings.
Where should I ask questions about workflow or setup?
Section titled “Where should I ask questions about workflow or setup?”Use GitHub Discussions for public questions and shared workflows.
Where should I report bugs?
Section titled “Where should I report bugs?”Use GitHub Issues when you can describe a reproducible product problem clearly.
Where should I ask about license problems?
Section titled “Where should I ask about license problems?”Use direct support rather than public issues if the case involves license keys, payment data, or other sensitive details.
Best Use Cases
Section titled “Best Use Cases”Use the FAQ when you need a short answer first. Use the deeper docs pages when you are ready to configure, troubleshoot, or operate the platform in detail.