An investor password in MT4 and MT5 provides read-only access to a trading account without allowing trading actions. This article explains what an investor password is, how it works, and when you may want to use it on Weltrade.
Investor password vs trading password
Trading password - full access: place, modify, and close trades; manage funds.
Investor password (read only password) - view‑only: cannot trade, cannot change any settings, cannot connect trading robots that execute orders.
Typical uses of investor password MT4
Showcase results to potential investors or partners.
Audit or research by letting a third party verify trade history.
Connect read‑only tools that analyze but do not execute.
How to set or reset Weltrade investor password on website
1. Log in to your Personal Profile → go to Trading Accounts.
2. Click three dots next to the desired account.
3. Tap Manage next to Read only password.
4. Enter a new password (8‑32 characters, at least one letter and one number) 2 times and click Save changes.
In mobile app
1. Open Weltrade app and sign in.
2. In Dashboard, go to the list of your trading accounts. Click three dots next to the necessary trading account.
3. Go to Read only password - tap Manage.
4. Enter new password 2 times and click Save changes.
How to change trading account investor password in MetaTrader
1. Open МТ terminal
2. Press Ctrl+O and in Server tab click Change
3. Choose radio button Change investor (read only) password
4. Input new password twice and tap OK.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
What is an investor password in MT4/MT5?
What is an investor password in MT4/MT5?
An investor password is a read-only password that allows access to a trading account without the ability to place, modify, or close trades.
What can I do with an investor password?
What can I do with an investor password?
With an investor password, you can view account balance, open positions, trading history, and charts, but you cannot trade.
What is the difference between investor and trading passwords?
What is the difference between investor and trading passwords?
The trading password gives full access to trading operations, while the investor password provides view-only access.
Who should use an investor password?
Who should use an investor password?
Investor passwords are commonly used to share account performance with partners, investors, or for monitoring purposes without granting trading access.
Can an investor password be used on both MT4 and MT5?
Can an investor password be used on both MT4 and MT5?
Yes. Investor passwords work the same way on both MT4 and MT5 platforms.