Frequently Asked Questions
Is CandlesLog free?
Yesc is completely free. We are in beta and all features are included with no credit card required and no expiry date. When we eventually introduce paid plans, early beta users will be treated well :)
What asset classes does CandlesLog support?
CandlesLog don't have restriction to assets type
You can track any tradeable instrument by logging the symbol, direction (long/short), entry price, exit price and position size.
How do I import my existing trade history?
You can import your trade history via CSV export from any broker
Most brokers provide a "trade history" or "account statement" export in CSV format
CandlesLog accepts standard CSV formats and maps them automatically
Do I need to install anything?
No CandlesLog is a web application, it works in any modern browser on desktop, tablet, or mobile. No downloads, plugins or strange setup
How fast can I log a trade?
Just in about 10 seconds!
The quick entry mode requires only the symbol, direction, entry price, and exit price. Everything else is optional
The goal is zero friction so you'll actually journal after every trade
What analytics does CandlesLog provide?
CandlesLog gives you an equity curve, daily P&L chart, win rate, profit factor, average R-multiple, and performance broken down by symbol, strategy, setup, and time of day
You can also track your emotional state per trade and quantify the cost of specific trading mistakes
We are working to gratually introduce further metrics, if you have any suggestion feel free to drop a message to info@candleslog.app
Can I track multiple trading accounts?
Yes, you can create multiple portfolios or accounts within CandlesLog and switch between them on the dashboard
Is my data private and secure?
Yes, your trading data is private to your account and is never shared with third parties
We use industry-standard encryption and secure HTTPS connections and you can export or delete your data at any time.
Does CandlesLog integrate with my broker?
We currently support CSV import from all major brokers
Direct API broker sync (for automatic trade import) is being rolled out progressively, check the Brokers section after logging in to see if your broker is currently supported!
What is a trading journal and why do I need one?
A trading journal is a structured record of every trade you take including your reasoning, emotional state, and outcome
Research consistently shows that traders who journal improve faster than those who don't because journaling forces you to identify patterns in both your profitable and losing trades
Most traders think they know why they're losing money; a journal shows you the data-backed truth
How is CandlesLog different from just using a spreadsheet?
Spreadsheets require setup, maintenance and manual charting
Most traders build one, use it for a week then abandon it. CandlesLog gives you all the analytics automatically: equity curves, win rates, strategy breakdowns so you can focus on trading and reviewing not on building formulas. It's also accessible from any device without managing files
I have a question not answered here...how do I contact you?
Email us at info@candleslog.app and we'll get back to you within 24 hours.
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