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Date/Time: Wed, 27 Nov 2024 08:49:10 +0000



Post From: Exchange data and not getting flagged as a professional

[2023-09-06 16:09:02]
John - SC Support - Posts: 36309
To start - the CME Group does have a requirement that you have a live, funded futures trading account in order to qualify for the non-professional exchange fees. And you need to be able to connect to that account at least once a month (if you are not staying connected at all times) in order to verify your non-professional standing each month. Refer to the following for more on this requirement:
Real-Time Exchange Data Feeds Available From Sierra Chart: Understanding and Accessing Data From the CME, CBOT, NYMEX, COMEX Exchanges

This being said, you can use Interactive Brokers for your verification. And once you have the AMP account setup, you can use that account.

To connect to Interactive Brokers, follow the instructions at the following link:
Interactive Brokers Trading Service: Setup Instructions

The other option is to use our Delayed Streaming Data, which is available at no cost as long as you are on a Trial or Paid Package. This data acts like real-time data, only is delayed by 10-15 minutes (depending on exchange).
For the most reliable, advanced, and zero cost futures order routing, use the Teton service:
Sierra Chart Teton Futures Order Routing