How to Set Up a VPS for 24/7 Automated Trading with NinjaView
Automated trading requires your NinjaTrader 8 platform to be running whenever the markets are open. A VPS (Virtual Private Server) gives you a dedicated Windows machine in the cloud that stays online 24/7, even when your home PC is off.
Why You Need a VPS
- Reliability: No power outages, internet drops, or Windows updates interrupting your trades
- Low Latency: Data center proximity to exchange servers means faster fills
- Always On: Futures markets run nearly 24 hours — your system should too
Recommended Specs
For running NinjaTrader 8 with the NinjaView Add-On:
- OS: Windows Server 2019 or Windows 10/11
- CPU: 2+ cores (4 recommended)
- RAM: 4GB minimum (8GB recommended)
- Storage: 80GB SSD
- Location: US East (closest to CME exchange servers in Chicago)
Setup Steps
- Provision a Windows VPS from your preferred provider
- Connect via Remote Desktop (RDP)
- Install NinjaTrader 8 and connect your data feed
- Install the NinjaView NT8 Add-On
- Install Chrome and the NinjaView Chrome Extension (for pushstream capture)
- Configure your webhook payloads in TradingView
- Test with a SIM account before going live
Pro Tips
Set up NinjaTrader to auto-start on login. Configure Windows Task Scheduler to restart NinjaTrader daily during low-volume hours. Keep your Chrome extension logged into TradingView with "Keep me signed in" enabled.
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