Want to connect ProjectX to Topstep via API for automated trading, strategy execution, or real-time data sharing? This quick guide shows you how to securely integrate the two platforms using API keys. No advanced tech skills needed—just follow the steps below and you’ll be connected in minutes.

Step 1: Select Topstep in ProjectX #

1. Log in to your ProjectX trading platform
   Click here to proceed to the ProjectX login page.
2. On the main dashboard, locate the “Broker Connections” section
3. You’ll see supported prop firms (Topstep, Bulenox, FXIFY, etc.)
4. Click on your preferred firm (e.g., Topstep) – this will redirect you to their login page

Step 2: Authenticate Your Topstep Account #

1. On the prop firm’s login page (e.g., Topstep):
   • Enter your username
   • Enter your password
   • Click “Login”
2. You’ll be taken to your prop firm dashboard

Step 3: Link ProjectX to Topstep API Dashboard #

1. After logging into your prop firm account (e.g. Topstep):
   • Go to Settings → API section
2. Look for the “ProjectX Linking” option
3. Click “Link to ProjectX Dashboard”
   • This establishes the base connection between platforms

Step 4: Generate & Copy API Key in Topstep #

1. In the same API section:
   • Click “ADD API KEY” button
   • Wait for the system to generate your key (2-3 seconds)
2. View your key:
   • Click “Show API Key” (eye icon)
   • The key will appear masked (e.g.: sk_live_******abcd1234)
3. Copy the key securely:
   • Click the copy icon  next to the key
   • Never screenshot – use copy/paste only

Step 5: Finalize API Integration in PickMyTrade #

Before creating alerts, you must link ProjectX to PickMyTrade:

1. Click Connections in the top-right of PickMyTrade
2. Select Add New Connection and enter your credentials:

Field	Description	Example
PickMyTrade Connection Name	Your custom name for this connection	PROJECTXI
Prop Firm Name	Your proprietary firm name (if applicable)	topstepx
Username	Your ProjectX login ID	fheer12@
API Key	Your ProjectX API key	Fjvolazou-ES

3. Click Save and verify the connection status shows Active

Verification #

• Check ProjectX dashboard for green connection status
• In Topstep, verify:
  • New API key shows today’s date
  • “Last Used” updates within 5 minutes

Security Alert #

Always:

• Copy keys directly using the platform’s copy button
• Delete unused keys from ProjectX API settings
• Never share keys via email/chat

Connection problems? Ensure:

API permissions are enabled in both platforms

Your prop firm account is fully funded

You’re using the latest ProjectX version

Related Guides #

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