PlayTrade

Learn to invest with confidence. Practice stock trading with virtual money and real market data — no risk, all the experience.

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Why Choose PlayTrade?

Real Market Data

Trade with live stock prices from major exchanges. Experience the real market without risking real money.

Virtual Portfolio

Start with virtual capital and build your portfolio. Track your holdings, profits, and losses in real-time.

Realistic Fees

Learn about trading costs including commission, stamp duty, and FX fees. Understand the true cost of investing.

Global Markets

Access stocks from multiple markets including UK and US exchanges with automatic currency conversion.

Performance Tracking

Monitor your portfolio performance with detailed analytics. See your gains, losses, and overall returns.

Risk-Free Learning

Make mistakes without consequences. Perfect your strategy before investing real money in the market.

How It Works

1

Create Your Account

Sign up for free in seconds. No credit card required, no hidden fees.

2

Get Virtual Capital

Start with virtual money to invest. Top up anytime you want to try new strategies.

3

Research & Trade

Look up real stock prices, analyse performance, and execute buy or sell orders.

4

Track & Learn

Watch your portfolio grow (or learn from losses). Refine your investment strategy over time.

Perfect for Beginners & Enthusiasts

Whether you're curious about the stock market or want to test investment strategies, PlayTrade provides a safe environment to learn.

Unlike fantasy stock games, PlayTrade simulates real trading conditions including fees, spreads, and market timing — giving you practical experience that translates to real-world investing.

Join thousands of users who have improved their investment knowledge through paper trading. Start your journey to financial literacy today.

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Create an account or log in to start trading