Connected Trading Accounts

Connect an account and confirm readiness

Trading accounts define where automation can run. Chilla stays account-scoped and does not hold your funds.

Article type: Task + Troubleshooting Last reviewed: March 12, 2026

Where to find this

  • Dashboard top-right button: Add Trading Account.
  • Sidebar item: Connect Chilla.
  • Account management page: Connected Account Settings (`broker-settings.html`).
  • When no account is connected, the page shows No Accounts Connected with a Connect Account button.

What you can do here

  • Connect a new account.
  • Verify connection status and account readiness.
  • Choose which connected account is active.
  • Disconnect an account without deleting other setup context.

Before you connect

  • Have access credentials for the target connected account.
  • Confirm you are using the correct account context.
  • Complete any required account-level verification steps.
  • Check plan limits for number of account connections.

Connect an account

  1. Open Pick Connected Account. Use dashboard plus button or Connect Chilla.
  2. Select provider. Current options are Deriv and cTrader.
  3. Authorize provider login. Chilla returns to dashboard after callback.
  4. Confirm connection state. Dashboard and account settings should show connected account details.
  5. Set active account. Use Switch Account or account selector controls before creating/updating instructions.

Connection states and what they mean

StateMeaningAction
AutomatedAccount is selected for automation and active.Monitor instructions and Flow.
ConnectedAccount is linked but not currently active for automation.Switch active account if needed.
DisconnectedNo active connection for the selected account.Run connection flow again.
ActiveAccount-level status with a valid connection and assigned behaviours.Normal operating state.
ReadyConnected and mandate-aware but not fully active.Verify instruction and account selection.
InactiveAccount not currently usable for automation.Reconnect or switch account.

Account FAQ

Can I connect multiple accounts?

Yes, based on your current plan tier. See plans and usage docs for connection allowances.

How do I know which account is active?

Check instruction context and account status cards before activation.

Does Beaverly hold my funds after connection?

No. Funds remain in your own connected account.