Exness Trailing Stops
How to set a trailing stop on Exness MT4/MT5 to protect open profit.
Open Exness Account →A trailing stop on Exness automatically moves your stop loss by a fixed distance as the market moves in your favour, locking in profit while letting the trade run. Set it by right-clicking the open position in MT4/MT5 and choosing the trailing distance. Note it updates only while the platform is online, so traders often run it on a VPS.
Using trailing stops
- A trailing stop follows price by a set distance as the trade moves in your favour.
- It locks in profit while leaving room for the trade to run.
- Set it by right-clicking the open position in MT4/MT5.
- The trailing stop only updates while the platform is running (or on a VPS).
- It does not move against you — only in your favour.
Trailing stop facts
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Direction | Moves only in your favour |
| Set it | Right-click position → Trailing Stop |
| Needs platform online | Yes — or use a VPS |
Frequently asked questions
How do I set a trailing stop on Exness?
Right-click your open position in MT4/MT5, choose Trailing Stop and pick a distance in points. The stop then follows price as the trade moves your way.
Does a trailing stop work when my PC is off?
No — MetaTrader trailing stops update only while the terminal is running. Use an Exness VPS to keep it active around the clock.
Can a trailing stop move backwards?
No — it only moves in the direction of your profit. If price reverses, the stop stays put and can close the trade to protect gains.