Open XTS
AlgoTest Introduces Open XTS: Trade Like a Pro!​
Symphony XTS is an independent API offered by many stock brokers in India. AlgoTest Open XTS feature lets you connect to any broker supporting Symphony XTS API.
What is Open XTS?​
AlgoTest launched Open XTS, an innovative feature that enables you to connect any of your brokers that support Symphony XTS to AlgoTest.
Who is it for?​
Open XTS is ideal for anyone interested in Algo Trading and has a broker supporting Symphony XTS. With this feature, you can easily connect your broker with AlgoTest in just one click.
Benefits of using Open XTS in the AlgoTest platform:
- Connect any broker: Connect any broker that supports Symphony XTS with AlgoTest and start the journey of Algo Trading.
XTS broker not on AlgoTest's list? Don't worry.
You can still connect your broker that supports XTS.
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Automation: Connect your XTS API-supported broker with AlgoTest to automate your strategy.\
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Stable: XTS is considered a stable and safe API for trading, as many large broking firms utilize it.
How to use it:​
Using Open XTS might sound complicated, but it's quite simple! Here's a basic idea:
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Check if your broker supports Open XTS: Not all brokers currently support this feature. Please inquire with your broker to see if they offer Symphony XTS API.
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Get your API keys: Think of these keys as passwords that allow AlgoTest to connect to your broker's system. You'll need to get these from your broker. You need to connect with your broker to provide API Keys to get these.
You need the following 5 keys as shown below so that you can request these keys from the broker:
- Interactive API Key,
- Interactive API Secret,
- Market Data API Key,
- Market Data API Secret,
- Connection URL,
- Host Lookup URL (Optional).
Connect AlgoTest with Open XTS​
This might involve a few clicks in your AlgoTest settings. Don't worry, AlgoTest will guide you through the process!
Remember to click on the profile button, and then click on the "Broker Setup" page button on AlgoTest.
Click on Symphony Tech and click on the setup button as shown in the image below.
Remember to enter the necessary API keys provided by your broker and then click on "Add Symphony (Open XTS)" as shown in the image below. Please note that the Host Lookup URL is optional. You only need to fill it out if your broker provides that information.
Your broker setup is complete. This was a one-time process. You can now click the login button to access your broker. It is important to note that you can log in to your broker between 08:30 AM to 03:29 PM
It will show you the logged-in status. It means your broker is logged in, to AlgoTest.
Supported Brokers​
Here's a few (but not all) of the supported XTS brokers.
| Broker Name | Supports Open XTS |
|---|---|
| 5Paisa | Yes |
| AC Agarwal | Yes |
| Achintya Securities Pvt. Ltd | Yes |
| Aditya Trading Solutions | Yes |
| Adroit Financial | Yes |
| Ajay Natwarlal Security | Yes |
| Anand Rathi | Yes |
| Arham Share Pvt. Ltd. | Yes |
| Arham Wealth Management Pvt Ltd. | Yes |
| Asiatic Stock & Securities LTD | Yes |
| BP Wealth | Yes |
| Bigul | Yes |
| CNB Finwiz Pvt Ltd | Yes |
| Composite Edge | Yes |
| Crown Consultants Pvt Ltd | Yes |
| DB International | Yes |
| GRD Securities | Yes |
| Growth Securities | Yes |
| Gyandeep Stocks Pvt Ltd | Yes |
| IIFL | Yes |
| Jainam (XTS Dealer + Retail) | Yes |
| Jaypee Capital Services LTP | Yes |
| JM Financials | Yes |
| Kredent Trading | Yes |
| M Prasad & Co. Ltd. | Yes |
| Marck Securities | Yes |
| Marwari | Yes |
| Mastertrust | Yes |
| Matrix Equitrade Pvt. Ltd. | Yes |
| Motilal | Yes |
| Nirmal Bang | Yes |
| NX Block Trades | Yes |
| Pace Stock Broking | Yes |
| PRB Securities | Yes |
| RMoney Raghunath Money | Yes |
| ShareIndia | Yes |
| Shri Parasram Holding Pvt. Ltd. | Yes |
| SW Capital Pvt Ltd. | Yes |
| SYKES & RAY Equities Ltd. | Yes |
| Transglobal Trade | Yes |
| Trustline | Yes |
| Ventura Securities Ltd | Yes |
| Wisdom Capital | Yes |
| Yashvi Securities | Yes |
| Zebu | Yes |
Conclusion​
Open XTS streamlines integrating any Symphony XTS-supported broker into the AlgoTest platform, providing a robust tool for traders and developers to ease starting their algo trading journey.
Remember: Open XTS allows you to connect to real markets, so always trade responsibly and cautiously. Make sure you understand the risks involved before using it with real money.