HFM(formerly HotForex)'s MT4 (MetaTrader 4)HFMdownloaded for free from the MT4 page on. For the smartphone version, you can install the "MetaTrader 4" app from the App Store or Google Play via the link on the official page,HFMserver, and log in (as of October 13, 2026).
You will need three things to log in: your trading account ID, trader password, and server name. These can be found in the email you receive when you open your account. Residents of Japan should use the server that starts with "HFMarketsSV"
This article summarizesHFMserver name, how to set up the smartphone app and place orders, and what to do if you can't log in, based on information from the MT4-related pages on the HFM official website (download pages for each terminal, server connection settings, platform comparison, help FAQ) andHFMpublished on the official blog.
Conclusion | Key points ofHFM's MT4
- Download the MT4 from the official MT4 page and select your device. Options include a PC version (Windows, Mac, Linux), a smartphone version (iPhone, Android), a web terminal that requires no installation, and a multi-terminal (Windows) that allows simultaneous management of multiple accounts.
- Login requires your trading account ID, trader password, and server name. This information can be found in the email sent upon account opening (HFM Live Account Opened) or in the trading account section of your member page (myHF). For residents of Japan, the server is the "HFMarketsSV-Live Server" series.
- To use MT4, you need an MT4 trading account. MT4 does not allow trading of stocks, ETFs, or DMA (only available in MT5), and it offers 30 indicators and 9 timeframes (see official comparison table).
*This article was created by the MoneyCharger editorial team in accordance with their content creation policy , based onHFMofficial website (MT4, terminal-specific downloads, server connection settings, platform comparison, help FAQ), the official blog (login, differences between MT4 and MT5), and information published on the App Store and Google Play as of October 13, 2026. The smartphone app operation screens were photographed by our editorial team using actual accounts, and the display may change due to app updates. Personally identifiable information such as account numbers has been hidden in the images. For precautions regarding the use of overseas FX brokers, please also refer to the information information from published by the Financial Services Agency , and for investment-related solicitation troubles, please refer to the information published by the Consumer Affairs Agency
What is HFM's MT4 (MetaTrader 4)?
MT4 (MetaTrader 4) is an FX and CFD trading platform developed by MetaQuotes.HFM's official website describes MT4 as a platform with a "user-friendly interface, advanced features, and ultra-fast execution," and it is free to download and use. It also supports automated trading using EAs (Expert Advisors)
Differences between trading platforms usable with HFMand MT4
In addition to MT4, HFMoffers MT5,HFMWebTrader for browsers, andHFMapp for smartphones. The main differences in the official platform comparison are as follows:
| function | MT4 | MT5 | HFMWeb Trader | HFMapp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compatible devices | PC, smartphone, web | PC, smartphone, web | web | smartphone |
| Hourly timeframe | 9 | 21 | 9 | 9 |
| Technical indicators | 30 | 38 | 100 or more | 5 |
| Analysis object | 31 | 44 | 80 or more | 11 |
| Types of limit orders | 4 | 6 | 4 | 4 |
| EA (PC version) | ○ | ○ | × | × |
| Built-in economic indicator calendar | × | ○ | ○ | × |
MT4 has many compatible EAs and custom indicators (created with MQL4), making it suitable for those who want to use EAs. If you prioritize timeframes, order types, and economic calendars, MT5 is more suitable. Instructions on how to use MT5 are explained in " HFM's MT5 "
To use MT4, you need an MT4 trading account
With HFM, you choose whether to use MT4 or MT5 when opening a trading account. The official MT4 page states that "If you have an MT4 trading account, you cannot trade with MT5" (however, the official WebTrader FAQ states that you can switch between WebTrader, MT4, MT5, andHFMapp with the same trading account). If you only have an MT5 account, please open an additional MT4 account from the member page (myHF)
Additionally, you cannot trade stocks, ETFs, or DMAs on MT4 (see the MT4 FAQ: "Stocks, ETFs, and DMAs are only available on MT5"). You can trade CFDs for FX, metals, energy, commodities, bonds, stock indices, and cryptocurrencies on MT4. For information on choosing an account type, please see " HFMAccount Type Comparison "
How to download MT4 from HFM
HFM's MT4 can be downloaded from the official website's menu under "Trading" → "MT4," by selecting your preferred operating system. The download locations for each operating system are as follows:
| terminal | Download location | supplement |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | Official "Download MT4 for PC" | Run the .exe file from "Download to Windows" |
| Mac | Official: "InstallHFM MT4 on Mac" | Installation instructions can be found in the manual (PDF) on the same page |
| Linux | Official "Download MT4 for PC" | "Download link for Linux" |
| iPhone/iPad | Official "HFM iPhone Trader" | MetaTrader 4 on the App Store (iOS 13.0 or later) |
| Android | Official "HFM MT4 Android" | "MetaTrader 4" on Google Play (according toHFMofficial page, it requires Android 5.0 or later) |
| browser | Official "HFM Web Terminal" | No installation required. Can be used with both live and demo accounts |
| Simultaneous management of multiple accounts | Official "MT4 Multi-Terminal" | Windows only. Manage multiple accounts on a single screen |
Steps to install MT4 on your smartphone (iPhone/Android)
From the "Android" or "iOS" section at the bottom of the MT4 page on the official website, open the respective download page and tap the "Android Download Link" or "iPhone Download Link." The link will take you to "MetaTrader 4" (developed by MetaQuotes) on the App Store or Google Play, so tap "Install" (or "Get" on iPhone) to install it
After installation, the terms of service will be displayed the first time you launch the application, so tap "Agree". Next, log in with yourHFMaccount. Note that the download link on the official page includes a list ofHFMserver names
Steps to install MT4 on a PC (Windows/Mac)
For Windows, click "Download to Windows" on the official "Download MT4 for PC" page and run the downloaded .exe file to install. For Mac, download from "Download MT4 for Mac" on the "InstallHFM MT4 on Mac" page and follow the instructions in the manual on the same page to install. If you want to use it without installing, the web terminal that can be opened in a browser is convenient
How to log in to MT4 on HFM
Three pieces of information required to log in
HFM's Help FAQ, MT4 login information is sent to your registered email address after you open a trading account. You will needyour trading account ID (account number), trader password, and server namewhen you open your accountHFM , and can also be found in your trading account on the member page (myHF).
The email address and password you use to log in to the member page (myHF) are separate from your MT4 login information. Entering your member page password into MT4 will not log you in
HFMserver name for a resident of Japan
Services for residents of Japan are operated by HF Markets (SV) Ltd. The servers linked to the officialHFMmobile download link are the following 17 servers, all starting with "HFMarketsSV". The server you use is determined by your account, so please select the server name listed in your email
| kinds | Server name |
|---|---|
| Live Account (15) | HFMarketsSV-Live Server,HFMarketsSV-Live Server 3・4・5・6・7・9・10・11・12・13・14・15・16・17 |
| Demo account (2) | HFMarketsSV-Demo Server,HFMarketsSV-Demo Server 2 |
When you search for "HFM" in the app, servers from other regional companies, such as "HFMarketsKM," will also be displayed. Even a single character difference can prevent you from logging in, so make sure the server name starts with "HFMarketsSV."
Login procedure for the smartphone version of MT4
On Android, tap "Add trading account" the first time you launch the app (for subsequent uses, tap the "three lines" in the upper left corner → "Account Management" → "+") and select "Log in to an existing account" on the "New Account" screen. On iPhone, tap "Settings" in the lower right corner of the screen → "New Account" → "Log in to an existing account"
Entering "HFM" in the search bar will display a list ofHFMservers. Tap the server name listed in the email (e.g.,HFMarketsSV-Live Server 5)
On the login screen, enter your trading account ID and trader password, then tap "Login." Once your account information is displayed, you have successfully logged in
For the PC version, launch MT4 and enter the same three pieces of information via "File" → "Log in to trading account". For the web terminal, open it from "Launch MT4 WebTerminal" on the official page and log in
How to view HFMMT4 app screen and menus
From here, we'll cover the basic operations of the MT4 mobile version (explained using screenshots from the Android version). The menu layout is almost the same for the iPhone version. First, let's familiarize ourselves with the locations of the screens and menus necessary for trading
Three menus: top left, top right, and bottom of the screen
The side menu, accessed by clicking the "three lines" icon in the upper left corner, allows you to switch between accounts (account management) and configure settings such as chart display. If you use multiple accounts, switch between them from here
The menu in the upper right is used to add, delete, and rearrange stocks in the list of bid and ask prices. The menu at the bottom of the screen has six options: bid and ask prices, charts, trades, history, news, and messages, and you normally switch between screens here
Each screen: quotes, charts, trades, and history
| screen | What you can do |
|---|---|
| Indicative price | You can check the bid price, ask price, high price, low price, and spread of your registered stocks in real time |
| chart | Display stock charts and switch timeframes, draw indicators, lines, and shapes |
| transaction | Check your balance, effective margin, excess margin, margin maintenance ratio, and open positions and unexecuted orders |
| history | View your transaction history and deposit/withdrawal history for a specified period |
How to display currency pairs and symbols in MT4 HFM
Upon logging in, the quotes display several major currency pairs. You can add, delete, and rearrange the instruments you want to trade. InHFM's MT4, symbols are added to the end of instrument names depending on the account type (KATANA account has "x", Cent account has "c", Zero account has "b", Pro account has "r", and Premium account has nothing. "USDJPYb" in the image in this article is the display for a Zero account), so when searching, be sure to include the symbol at the end
Add currency pair/instrument
Tap the "+" in the upper right corner of the quote screen, open a group such as "Forex," and tap the instrument you want to add. You can also search by entering the instrument name (e.g., USDJPY) in the search bar
Delete and rearrange currency pairs/symbols
To delete a stock, tap the "pen" icon in the upper right corner of the quote screen, then tap the "trash can" icon. Check the stocks you want to delete, and then tap the "trash can" icon again. To rearrange stocks, long-press the "three lines" icon to the right of a stock on the same editing screen and drag it up or down
How to set up a chart in MT4 with HFM
Open the chart and display the Ask price line (the initial recommended setting)
Tap the stock symbol in the quotes section and select "Open Chart" to display the chart. In the default settings of the MT4 app, only the bid price line is displayed on the chart. Since buy orders are executed at a higher buy price than the sell price, check "ASK Line" in the "Settings" menu in the side menu to display the buy price line as well. The distance between the two lines is the spread
Switch currency pair/timeframe
Tapping the "$" in the upper right corner of the chart screen will switch to the currency pair you have registered in the quotes (the same operation can be used to switch the displayed currency pair on the demo account's smartphone version). The time frame is selected from the circular menu that appears when you tap the chart. There are nine types of time frames in MT4: 1 minute (M1), 5 minute (M5), 15 minute (M15), 30 minute (M30), 1 hour (H1), 4 hour (H4), daily (D1), weekly (W1), and monthly (MN). You can zoom in and out of the chart by spreading or narrowing two fingers
Add/remove indicators
Tap the "f" at the top of the chart, then tap "f+" next to "Main Chart" to display a list of indicators. Trend indicators such as moving averages are overlaid on the chart, while oscillator indicators such as RSI (listed under "Oscillators") are displayed in a separate window below the chart. After confirming the settings such as the period, tap "Done" to display them. To delete an indicator, check the box next to the indicator you want to delete from the "Trash" icon on the same screen
How to place an order using HFMon MT4
The basic method of trading on HFM's MT4 is to select the instrument, lot size, and order type on the order screen and place an order. You can access the order screen by tapping the instrument in the quotes and selecting "New Order," or by clicking the order icon in the upper right corner of the chart screen. There are three types of orders: "Market Order," which is an immediate buy or sell order at the current price; and "Limit Order" and "Stop Order," which are orders that reserve a price
Market order
On the order screen, select "Market Order," set the lot size using "+" or "-," and tap "Sell" or "Buy." Market orders are executed immediately at the displayed price, but the execution price may shift if the market moves suddenly
Limit orders and stop-limit orders
A limit order is a pre-order to buy or sell when the price becomes more favorable than the current price (e.g., buy when the price falls), while a stop-loss order is a pre-order to buy or sell when the price becomes less favorable than the current price (e.g., buy after confirming that the price has risen). On the order screen, select "buy limit order" or "sell stop-loss order," set the lot size, price, and expiration date, and then tap "Place Order."
Your placed orders and open positions are displayed on the "Trading" screen. To modify or cancel an order, long-press the order on the trading screen and select "Modify Order" or "Delete Order"
How to set stop-loss, take-profit, and close orders in MT4 with HFM
Settle immediately (market order)
On the trading screen, long-press the position you want to close and tap "Close Order." Check the displayed profit/loss and tap the close button to close the position
Set and change stop-loss (S/L) and take-profit (T/P) levels
On the trading screen, long-press the position and select "Modify Order." Enter the stop-loss (S/L) price in the left field and the take-profit (T/P) price in the right field using "+" and "-" respectively, then tap "Modify." For buy positions, set the take-profit price higher than the current price and the stop-loss price lower than the current price; for sell positions, set the opposite. To cancel the settings, return the price to blank (0) on the same screen and tap "Modify."
Troubleshooting steps for when you can't log in to or use MT4 on HFM
The official blog lists the following as the main reasons why you might be unable to log in to MT4: "Incorrect login ID, password, or server name," "Internet connection problems," and "Server maintenance." Please check the following in order
| cause | Things to check and how to deal with them |
|---|---|
| Incorrect login ID or password | Find your trading account ID and trader password in the email you received when opening your account (HFM Live Account Opened) or in the trading account section of your member page. These are different from your email address and password on your member page |
| Incorrect server name | Please check if you have selected the server specified in the email, which starts with "HFMarketsSV". Also, please confirm whether it is an MT4 account (MT5 accounts cannot log in to MT4) |
| Server not displayed / Unable to connect | Enter the server-specific connection destination (domain name) listed on the official "Connecting toHFM MT4 Terminal" page into the server field on the login screen |
| Connection issues | If other apps or browsers also fail to connect, try switching between Wi-Fi and mobile data, or restarting your device |
| Maintenance/Outside of trading hours | Prices do not move and orders cannot be placed during server maintenance, weekends, holidays, or other times outside of trading hours. Please check the officialHFMtrading hours page for trading hours |
If only the app isn't working, logging out and logging back in, or reinstalling the app, may resolve the issue. If you can't find your email address and don't know your account ID or password, or if you still can't log in after trying the above, please contactHFMsupport (live chat or email). The contact address for Japanese inquiries ishfm(listed on the official website)
If you are unable to log in to your member page (myHF), you can reset your password from the "Forgot your password?" link on the login screen. According to the official blog, unapproved myHF accounts will be temporarily inaccessible after 90 days of inactivity, and you will need to request activation
Frequently Asked Questions about MT4 on HFM
Where can I download HFM's MT4?
You can download it from HFMofficial website's "Trading" → "MT4" page, selecting Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, Android, Web Terminal, or Multi-Terminal. For the smartphone version, you can install it by going to the "MetaTrader 4" app on the App Store or Google Play via the link on the official page. Downloading and using it is free
What is the server name for HFM's MT4?
Accounts for residents of Japan are on servers starting with "HFMarketsSV". Live accounts are onHFMarketsSV-Live Server andHFMarketsSV-Live Server 3-17 (excluding 8), while demo accounts are onHFMarketsSV-Demo Server and Demo Server 2. The server you are assigned to is determined for each account, so please check the email you received when opening your account (HFM Live Account Opened) or the trading account section on your member page
Where is HFMMT4 server located?
The server locations are not listed on the official website. The official "Connect toHFM MT4 Terminal" page lists domains with names such as Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, and Tokyo as connection destinations (access points) for each server. For example,HFMarketsSV-Live Servers 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, and 11 have connection destinations that start with "tokyo"
What should I do if I forget my HFMMT4 password?
According to the official blog, your MT4 login ID and password can be found in your trading account on the member page (myHF) or in the "HFM Live Account Opened" email you received when you opened your account. If you forget your password for the member page itself, you can reset it from the "Forgot your password?" link on the login screen. If you are unable to find this information, please contactHFMsupport
Which is better for HFM, MT4 or MT5?
If the EA or indicator you want to use is for MT4, then use MT4. If you want to trade stocks and ETFs, or if you prioritize timeframes (MT5 has 21 types), order types, and the economic calendar, then use MT5 (official platform comparison). Accounts are separated for MT4 and MT5, so please open an account for the platform you will be using
Are there any stocks that cannot be traded on HFM's MT4?
Yes, it is. The officialHFMMT4 page states that "Stocks, ETFs, and DMAs are only available on MT5." FX, metals, energy, commodities, bonds, stock indices, and cryptocurrency CFDs can be traded on MT4
Can I use EAs (Expert Advisors/automated trading systems) with HFM's MT4?
Yes, it's possible.HFMMT4 page states that it supports automated trading using EAs and custom indicators written in MQL4. EAs run on the PC version of MT4 (Windows/Mac). A VPS for running EAs 24/7 is available for free if certain conditions are met (HFMofficial "VPS Hosting"). Precautions for trading with EAs The official are explained in " HFMScalping "
How do I switch to a different account in the MT4 app?
Open "Account Management" from the "three lines" icon in the upper left corner of the app to see a list of accounts you've logged into, which you can switch between by tapping. To add a new account, select "Log in to an existing account" from the "+" in Account Management, and enter the server name, account ID, and password
Summary: DownloadHFM's MT4 from the official website and log in usingHFMarketsSV server
- DownloadHFMMT4 page and select your device(Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, Android, Web Terminal, Multi-Terminal). The mobile version is available on the App Store and Google Play under "MetaTrader 4".
- Login requires your trading account ID, trader password, and server name. This information can be found via email (HFM Live Account Opened) or in your trading account on the member page. For residents of Japan, the server name is "HFMarketsSV".
- MT4 requires an MT4 account; stocks, ETFs, and DMA are only available on MT5. If you cannot log in, please check your ID, password, server name, and whether your account is for MT4.
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*Download locations, server names, and app screens may change. The information in this article is based on information published onHFMofficial website, official blog, and app store as of October 13, 2026. Please check the official website for the latest information. Overseas FX trading involves exchange rate fluctuation risk, and the higher the leverage, the greater the potential for significant losses in a short period of time. Investment decisions should be made at your own risk
