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commission-free online trading.

Applies to US exchange listed stocks, ETFs, and options. A $0.65 per contract fee applies for options trades. A $6.95 commission applies to trades of over-the-counter (OTC) stocks which includes stocks not listed on a U.S. exchange.

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The right tools can help you become a more confident investor. Compare our free trading platforms to find the one that best suits your investment needs, strategy, and style.

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Classic Web Platform

Our online trading platform has the tools and resources you need to invest with confidence. Our innovative products and features are bundled together to help you manage your portfolio more efficiently and invest smarter.

Next Gen Web Platform

Building on the smart features of our classic platform, our mobile optimized web platform makes it easy to check your funds, research potential investments, and confidently place trades on your phone, tablet or desktop.

TD Ameritrade Mobile

Never miss a potential opportunity with the companion app to our Classic Web Platform. Get the essentials you need to manage your accounts and investments with this simple, straightforward, and easy-to-use app.

thinkorswim® Web

Use our streamlined thinkorswim experience to quickly chart analysis, trade securities and derivatives, preconfigure trades, and easily learn new techniques—all from your everyday web browser.

thinkorswim Desktop

Explore our most advanced trading platform featuring elite level tools and sophisticated analytical resources for idea generation, strategy testing, and efficient trade execution.

thinkorswim Mobile

Trade with all the power and features of thinkorswim Desktop in the palm of your hand. Analyze market movements and trade products easily and securely on a platform optimized for phone and tablet.

Product Access Standard Features Advanced Features Idea Generation System Compatibility

Product Access

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Stock/ETFs
Mutual Funds
Fixed Income (Bonds & CDs)
Options
Complex Options (3 or 4 legs)
Futures/Forex

Standard Features

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Alerts
Customizable Workspace
Screeners
Chat Support
Apple Business Chat
Statements
Tax Documents
Transaction History
External and Internal Cash Transfers
Mobile Check Deposit

Advanced Features

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Conditional Orders Coming soon
Level II Quotes (Equity, Option)
TD Ameritrade Network and CNBC Streaming
Visual Position
Strategy RollerTM
paperMoney® Virtual Trading

Idea Generation

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Market/Options Heat Map
Third-party Research

System Compatibility

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Web or Browser-Based (nothing to install)
Desktop/Mobile Installation

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Market volatility, volume and system availability may delay account access and trade executions.

Past performance of a security does not guarantee future results or success.

Streaming News and NASDAQ® Level II Quotes access are free to non-professional subscribers. Access to real-time data is subject to acceptance of the exchange agreements. Professional access and fees differ. See our commission and brokerage fees for details.

TD Ameritrade Network is brought to you by TD Ameritrade Media Productions Company. TD Ameritrade Media Productions Company and TD Ameritrade, Inc. are separate but affiliated subsidiaries of TD Ameritrade Holding Corporation. TD Ameritrade Holding Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Charles Schwab Corporation. TD Ameritrade Media Productions Company is not a financial adviser, registered investment advisor, or broker-dealer.

paperMoney is for educational purposes only. Successful virtual trading during one time period does not guarantee successful investing of actual funds during a later time period as market conditions change continuously.


Apple Watch is a trademark of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

myTrade is a service of myTrade, Inc., a separate but affiliated firm.  TD Ameritrade is not responsible for the services of myTrade, or content shared through the service.

Options are not suitable for all investors as the special risks inherent to options trading may expose investors to potentially rapid and substantial losses. Options trading privileges subject to TD Ameritrade review and approval. Not all account owners will qualify. Please read Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options before investing in options.

Rolling strategies can entail substantial transaction costs, including multiple commissions, which may impact any potential return.  You are responsible for all orders entered in your self-directed account.

TD Ameritrade does not make recommendations or determine the suitability of any security, strategy or course of action, for you, through the use of TD Ameritrade's trading tools. Any investment decision you make in your self-directed account is solely your responsibility. Please consult other sources of information and consider your individual financial position and goals before making an independent investment decision.

Third-party research and tools are obtained from companies not affiliated with TD Ameritrade, and are provided for informational purposes only. While the information is deemed reliable, TD Ameritrade does not guarantee its accuracy, completeness, or suitability for any purpose, and makes no warranties with respect to the results to be obtained from its use.

This is not an offer or solicitation in any jurisdiction where we are not authorized to do business or where such offer or solicitation would be contrary to the local laws and regulations of that jurisdiction, including, but not limited to persons residing in Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, UK, and the countries of the European Union.

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