License Security

Account Binding

Restrict EA or indicator execution to specific MetaTrader account numbers—ideal for paid distribution and trial access.

Open Account BindingBack to index

What this feature does

Account Binding embeds a check against AccountNumber() so the program only runs on whitelisted trading accounts. Add one or many account numbers before processing.

Source output lets you review injected code; Compiled output delivers ready-to-run binaries for clients.

Account Binding tool with account chips

1 Enter client account numbers and click +

2 Upload .mq4 or .mq5 file to bind

3 Account Bind — Source or Compiled

Step-by-step usage

  1. Open /pages/code-enhancements/add-account-binding.
  2. Enter each client account number and click + to add chips.
  3. Upload .mq4 or .mq5 source file.
  4. Set output filename.
  5. Click Account Bind - Source or Account Bind - Compiled.
  6. Send output to client; it will not run on unlisted accounts.
  • Tip: Collect account numbers from client MT4/MT5: Tools → Options → Server tab shows login.
  • Tip: Re-bind when clients change brokers if account numbers change.
  • Tip: Stack with Expiry Date for time- and account-limited licenses.

Related guides