✅ Confirmed: IQ Option launched official MCP servers via iqoptionmcp.com. MCP-compatible AI assistants can connect to your account directly — reading balance, live quotes, portfolio, and optionally executing trades — all through plain language commands.
MCP (Model Context Protocol) is an open standard from Anthropic that lets AI assistants connect securely to external systems. Instead of copy-pasting data — the AI reads it directly from the source via an authenticated API.
Unlike general-purpose bots or scripts, MCP uses a Bearer token you create yourself in IQ Option's Settings. It has an expiry date and can be revoked instantly with one click.
4 MCP Servers — One Token Works on All
IQ Option separates servers by instrument type, but one token works across all four — no need to create multiple tokens.
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Digital Options
digital-options.mcp.iqoption.com
Binary and Digital options — open/close call/put positions via AI
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Margin CFD
marginal-cfd.mcp.iqoption.com
Stocks, indices, commodities with leverage — long/short via AI
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Margin Crypto
marginal-crypto.mcp.iqoption.com
BTC, ETH and altcoins with leverage
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Margin Forex
marginal-forex.mcp.iqoption.com
EUR/USD, GBP/JPY and all major currency pairs
💡 Connect only what you need: If you only trade Digital Options, include just that block in your config. No point connecting servers for markets you don't use.
Token Permissions — Read Always On, Trade Opt-In
Every token has two permission levels you set at creation:
Always on
Read Access — all 4 serversBalance, quotes, trade history, open positions, pending orders. AI needs this to "see" your account at all. Can't be turned off — but this is the safest level: AI only looks, never touches money.
Opt-in
Trade · Digital OptionsAI can open and close options — only if you tick this
Opt-in
Trade · Margin CFDAI can go long/short on CFD — only if you tick this
Opt-in
Trade · Margin CryptoAI can trade crypto — only if you tick this
Opt-in
Trade · Margin ForexAI can trade forex — only if you tick this
Choose the scope that matches your use case:
Read-only Research
Safest
AI analyzes markets, reads your portfolio, calculates P&L — but can't touch any positions. The best starting point for anyone new to AI + trading.
Options Only
Controlled
Read everywhere + Trade only on Digital Options. CFD/Crypto/Forex remain read-only — if AI tries, server returns 403 Forbidden.
Crypto Only
Intermediate
Read everywhere + Trade only on Margin Crypto. Good for testing AI trading on a market you know before expanding permissions.
Full Access
Handle with care
Read + Trade on all 4 servers. Maximum capability and maximum responsibility. Only when you fully trust the AI workflow you've built.
⚠️ Key point: You can drop a trade permission from an existing token without recreating it — go to Settings → AI integrations, find the token, uncheck the permission. Takes effect instantly. No config changes needed in your assistant.
Set Up in 3 Steps — No Code, No Terminal Required
✅ Nothing to install: IQ Option's MCP servers are cloud-hosted streamable-HTTP. No Python, no npm, no venv, no repos to clone. Just a URL and Bearer token in your assistant's config file.
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Create a Token in IQ Option
Go to Settings → AI integrations → Add integration (web or mobile app).
Give the token a name (e.g. "Claude · Research"), set an expiry (30–90 days), tick the scopes you want.
Copy the token immediately — once you close the screen it won't be shown again.
Verify: claude mcp list — should show 4 lines with ✓ connected status.
Settings → Connectors → Custom MCP Server — add one server at a time (4 total). Requires ChatGPT Plus / Pro / Team.
# Add 4 connectors, one at a time:
Name: IQ Digital Options
Server URL: https://digital-options.mcp.iqoption.com
Transport: Streamable HTTP
Auth header: Authorization: Bearer YOUR_TOKEN
Name: IQ Margin CFD
Server URL: https://marginal-cfd.mcp.iqoption.com
Auth header: Authorization: Bearer YOUR_TOKEN
Name: IQ Margin Crypto
Server URL: https://marginal-crypto.mcp.iqoption.com
Auth header: Authorization: Bearer YOUR_TOKEN
Name: IQ Margin Forex
Server URL: https://marginal-forex.mcp.iqoption.com
Auth header: Authorization: Bearer YOUR_TOKEN
Enable connectors per chat by clicking the Connectors icon below the prompt before starting a conversation.
Settings → MCP shows 4 servers with ● Green status. Cursor hot-reloads — no restart needed.
Settings → MCP Servers → Add — fully via UI, no JSON editing required.
# Add 4 servers via Cherry Studio's UI:
Name: iq-digital-options
Type: HTTP (Streamable)
URL: https://digital-options.mcp.iqoption.com
Headers:
Authorization → Bearer YOUR_TOKEN
# Repeat for marginal-cfd, marginal-crypto, marginal-forex# Enable the toggle next to each server
In chat: pick a model → click the Tools icon on the right → select the servers for your session.
Example Prompts Once Connected
Plain language — no slash commands or special syntax. The AI figures out which server to call.
📊 Your Account
Show my balance
Which account am I on right now
How much free margin do I have
List all my IQ Option accounts
📈 Markets
Show me the EUR/USD quote
Compare BTC movement over the last hour
Current spreads on the top 5 forex pairs
Which assets are available on Margin Crypto
📂 Portfolio
Show my open positions
List my pending orders
What's my total account exposure
How many trades did I make today
🔘 Trading (if permitted)
Buy a 5-minute EUR/USD call option
Open a long BTC at 0.01 with 5% stop loss
Close all my Tesla positions
Place a limit buy on SPY around 580
⚠️ On trading prompts: AI is not infallible — it can pick the wrong instrument, size, or direction. Before trusting AI with live trades, walk through several scenarios manually and verify its suggestions. Responsibility for every trade is yours.
Safety — Token and Trade Risk
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Token Lives in Headers, Not in Chat
The Bearer token is attached to the HTTP header of the assistant ↔ server connection. AI doesn't see it in the message body and can't accidentally leak it in chat output.
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Don't Share — Don't Commit to Git
Your token = access to your trading account. Never post it in git repos, screenshots, chat messages, or gists. If you suspect a leak — go to Settings → AI integrations and hit Revoke immediately.
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Set Expiry and Use Separate Tokens
Tokens expire in 30–90 days automatically. Create separate tokens per integration — that way you can revoke just the one that's been compromised without affecting others.
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Start with Read-Only
AI is powerful but not perfect. Test your workflow on a demo account with read-only access first. Graduate to trade permissions only when the workflow feels reliable and you fully understand what the AI is doing.
Scams to Know About
⚠️ "AI Bot IQ Option" groups on Telegram/Facebook: These are completely separate from the official MCP integration. Most "AI bots" sold in these groups are signal services dressed up in AI language — or outright scams that ask for your login credentials and steal funds. The official MCP never asks for your username or password — only a Bearer token you generate in your own Settings.
✅ Official MCP (iqoptionmcp.com)
❌ Bots/Signals in Telegram
Created where
Settings → AI integrations in IQ Option
Unknown third party
Asks for login?
No — uses Bearer token you generate
Often asks for username/password or OTP
Revocable
Yes, instantly in Settings
No mechanism to revoke
Cost
Free for IQ Option clients
Often opaque subscription fees
Safety
Token in HTTP header, server-enforced 403 beyond scope
Unknown — your credentials at a third party's mercy
Don't Have an IQ Option Account Yet?
Open a free account and practice on a $10,000 demo before connecting MCP to a live account.
No. IQ Option's MCP servers are cloud-hosted streamable-HTTP — nothing to install on your machine. Just the server URL and Bearer token in your assistant's config file.
Does one token really work on all 4 servers?
Yes. Create a single Bearer token in Settings → AI integrations and use it in the Authorization header for all four endpoints: digital-options, marginal-cfd, marginal-crypto, marginal-forex.
How do I make absolutely sure AI can't execute any trades?
When creating the token, don't tick any of the four "Trade · …" checkboxes. Read access stays on (required for AI to see anything), but any attempt to call a trading tool will return 403 Forbidden. This is the safest setup for research use.
Can I restrict AI to only one market for trading?
Yes — for example, only tick "Trade · Margin Crypto" when creating the token. AI can then open/close crypto positions, but Options, CFD and Forex remain read-only. Useful for testing AI trading on one market before expanding.
What if my token leaks?
Go to Settings → AI integrations, find the token and hit Revoke. All requests using that token stop working instantly. Create a new one and update your assistant's config.
Which assistant is easiest to set up from scratch?
If you're not technical: Claude Desktop or Cherry Studio — both have a UI that handles the config. If you're comfortable in a terminal: Claude Code (one command per server). Cursor is the best middle ground: edit one JSON file, no restart needed.