What are the differences between Paper Trading and trading with real money

The key distinctions between Paper Trading and live trading — so you know what to expect when you make the switch.

TA scan frequency

Paper Trading: Every 10 minutes, regardless of subscription. Always includes 2 triggers.

Real money: Depends on your subscription — Hero: 2 minutes · Adventurer: 5 minutes · Explorer: 10 minutes.

Volume

Paper Trading: Infinite volume. The bot monitors price changes and fills all orders automatically.

Real money: Volume is determined by real supply and demand. If no buyer or seller is available at your price, your order may not fill. An order that fills in paper trading may not fill in live trading.

Funds

Paper Trading: You deposit simulated funds specifically for testing.

Real money: Your bot connects to your exchange and uses the actual funds in your account.

API Keys

Paper Trading: No API Keys required — no exchange connection needed.

Real money: API Keys are required to connect your Cryptohopper account to your exchange for trade execution.