Update 2025.12.18
Main Dashboard
The main dashboard shows all available traders in a table format.
Table Columns Explained
Traders: Trader name or ID
Trader Age: How long they've been trading
Profit Factor: Profit-to-loss ratio
All-Time PnL: Total profit/loss in USD
All-Time ROI: Total return percentage
7-Day PnL: Profit/loss in the last 7 days
7-Day ROI: Return in the last 7 days
PnL Chart: Mini chart showing performance trend
Assets (USD): Total capital
Win Rate: Percentage of winning trades
Position: Number of current open positions
Filtering Traders
Category Filter:
Click category buttons (All, Scalping, Day Trading, etc.)
View traders in specific categories
Value Filters:
Click filter buttons (All-Time PnL, ROI, etc.)
Set minimum and maximum values
Click "Apply" to filter
Sorting
Click column headers to sort
Default: sorted by ROI (highest first)
Trader Detail Page
Click "More" on any trader to see detailed information.
Overview Tab
Stats Card:
Total ROI
Total PnL
Total Margin Balance
Days Active
MDD (Maximum Drawdown)
Win Rate
Assets
Trading Performance Card:
Days with profit vs. loss (visual bar)
Win rate
Profit/Loss ratio
Average position value
Monthly PnL Card:
Bar chart showing daily PnL for the last 30 days
Toggle between PnL and PnL%
Performance Chart:
Line chart showing overall performance
Toggle between ROI, PnL, and Balance
Shows 1 year of data
Positions Tab
Shows current open positions:
Symbol (e.g., BTCUSDT)
Side (Long/Short)
Entry Price
Current Mark Price
Quantity
Leverage
Margin Used
Current PnL
Current ROI
Note: Some traders may hide their positions.
Trade History Tab
Shows recent closed trades:
Symbol
Side
Status (All Closed, Partially Closed, Open)
Entry Price
Close Price
Entry Quantity
Close Quantity
Leverage
Entry Time
Close Time
Realized PnL
ROI
Note: Some traders may hide their trade history.
Copy Trading Features
Automatic Position Copying
Once you start copy trading:
System checks trader positions every 1 minute
When trader opens a position → Your position opens automatically
When trader closes a position → Your position closes automatically
Copy Ratio is applied to all positions
Position Management
The system automatically:
Matches position direction (Long/Short)
Adjusts position size based on Copy Ratio
Matches leverage (if possible)
Handles partial closes
What Gets Copied
Copied:
Position direction (Long/Short)
Symbol (trading pair)
Entry timing
Exit timing
Not Copied:
Exact entry price (market orders are used)
Exact exit price (market orders are used)
Leverage (may differ based on your account)
Managing Your Copy Trading
View Active Settings:
Go to trader detail page
Click "Copy" button
See your current Copy Ratio
View activation status
Stop Copy Trading:
Click "Stop Copy Trade" button
Confirm the action
Your positions will remain open (you can close manually)
Change Copy Ratio:
Currently requires stopping and restarting
Future updates may allow real-time changes
Best Practices
Choosing Traders
Look for consistent performance
High ROI over long period
High win rate
Low MDD
Consider trader age
Longer history = more reliable
New traders may have less data
Review recent performance
Check 7-day PnL and ROI
Look at monthly PnL chart
Understand their strategy
Check position count
Review trade history
Consider their risk level
Setting Copy Ratio
Start conservative
Begin with 0.1 - 0.5 ratio
Test for a few days
Gradually increase if comfortable
Consider your capital
Don't use 100% of your capital
Keep reserves for margin calls
Account for leverage
Match your risk tolerance
Conservative: 0.1 - 0.3
Moderate: 0.3 - 0.7
Aggressive: 0.7 - 1.5+
Risk Management
Diversify
Don't copy only one trader
Spread across multiple traders
Different strategies reduce risk
Monitor regularly
Check positions daily
Review performance weekly
Adjust as needed
Set limits
Maximum loss per trader
Maximum total exposure
Stop loss strategies
Understand leverage
Higher leverage = higher risk
Can amplify losses
Use appropriate leverage
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
Q: Is Copy-Coin free to use?A: Yes, the platform is free. You only pay trading fees to Gate.io.Q: Do I need a Binance account?A: No, you only need a Gate.io account. Copy-Coin monitors Binance traders but executes trades on Gate.io.Q: Can I copy multiple traders?A: Yes, you can copy multiple traders simultaneously.Q: What happens if the trader closes their account?A: Copy trading will stop automatically. Your existing positions remain open.
Technical Questions
Q: How often are positions updated?A: The system checks for position changes every 1 minute.Q: Are trades executed instantly?A: There's a slight delay (usually 1-2 minutes) between trader action and your copy.Q: What if I don't have enough balance?A: The position won't open. Ensure you have sufficient USDT in your futures account.Q: Can I manually close copied positions?A: Yes, you can close positions manually on Gate.io. However, they may reopen if the trader still has the position.
Safety Questions
Q: Is my API key safe?A: API keys are encrypted and stored securely. Never share your keys.Q: Can the system withdraw my funds?A: No, API keys with only "Read & Trade" permissions cannot withdraw funds.Q: What if I lose money?A: Copy trading involves risk. Only invest what you can afford to lose. Past performance doesn't guarantee future results.Q: Can I get my money back if something goes wrong?A: Cryptocurrency trading is irreversible. Always test with small amounts first.
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
Problem: "API key verification failed"Solutions:
Check that your API key has "Read & Trade" permissions
Verify you're a referral user
Ensure API key and secret are correct
Check if IP whitelist is blocking the connection
Problem: "Positions not opening"Solutions:
Check your Gate.io balance
Verify Copy Ratio isn't too high
Ensure you have enough margin
Check if the trader still has the position
Problem: "Copy trading stopped unexpectedly"Solutions:
Check if trader closed their position
Verify API key is still valid
Check Gate.io account status
Review system logs
Problem: "Can't see trader positions"Solutions:
Some traders hide their positions
Check if "poll_positions" is enabled
Wait a few minutes for data to update
Important Disclaimers
Risk Warning
Cryptocurrency trading involves substantial risk of loss. Copy trading amplifies these risks:
You may lose all invested capital
Past performance doesn't guarantee future results
Market conditions can change rapidly
Leverage can multiply losses
Not Financial Advice
Copy-Coin is a tool, not financial advice:
Do your own research
Understand the risks
Consult financial advisors if needed
Never invest more than you can afford to lose
Service Availability
Service may experience downtime
API connections can fail
Data may be delayed
Always verify important information
Limitation of Liability
Copy-Coin is not responsible for:
Trading losses
API connection failures
Data inaccuracies
Third-party service issues
Getting Help
Support Channels
GitHub Issues: Report bugs or request features
Documentation: Check this guide first
Community: Join discussions (if available)
Before Asking for Help
Check this documentation
Review troubleshooting section
Check browser console for errors
Verify your setup is correct
Reporting Issues
When reporting issues, include:
What you were trying to do
What happened instead
Error messages (if any)
Steps to reproduce
Browser and OS information
Glossary
API Key: Authentication credential for accessing exchange APIs
Copy Ratio: Multiplier determining how much to copy from trader
Leverage: Borrowing capital to increase position size
Long: Betting price will go up
Margin: Collateral required for leveraged positions
MDD: Maximum Drawdown - largest peak-to-trough decline
PnL: Profit and Loss - net profit or loss
ROI: Return on Investment - percentage return
Short: Betting price will go down
Win Rate: Percentage of profitable trades
Document Version: 1.0.0Last Updated: December 18, 2025
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