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Trading involves substantial risk and is not suitable for everyone. VeloTape is for journaling and analytics only — we do not provide investment advice or trade recommendations.

Futures and forex trading contains substantial risk and is not for every investor. An investor could potentially lose all or more than the initial investment. Risk capital is money that can be lost without jeopardizing ones' financial security or lifestyle. Only risk capital should be used for trading and only those with sufficient risk capital should consider trading. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.

Hypothetical performance results have many inherent limitations, some of which are described below. No representation is being made that any account will or is likely to achieve profits or losses similar to those shown; in fact, there are frequently sharp differences between hypothetical performance results and the actual results subsequently achieved by any particular trading program. One of the limitations of hypothetical performance results is that they are generally prepared with the benefit of hindsight. In addition, hypothetical trading does not involve financial risk, and no hypothetical trading record can completely account for the impact of financial risk of actual trading. For example, the ability to withstand losses or to adhere to a particular trading program in spite of trading losses are material points which can also adversely affect actual trading results. There are numerous other factors related to the markets in general or to the implementation of any specific trading program which cannot be fully accounted for in the preparation of hypothetical performance results and all of which can adversely affect trading results.

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Trading journal guides & performance insights

Practical articles on journaling, analytics, and building consistency — written for traders who review every session.

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October 1, 2026 · 4 min read

Connect Your Trading Journal to Any Agent (MCP)

Trading journal MCP: give Cursor or Claude Code an API key to read and update your VeloTape journal, including screenshots, inside Free plan limits.

September 14, 2026 · 8 min read

Interactive Brokers Trading Journal: Flex Query Guide 2026

Build an Interactive Brokers trading journal with Flex Query sync or CSV. Import IBKR fills, tag setups, and review commissions without retyping trades.

September 14, 2026 · 9 min read

Trading Journal FAQ: 21 Questions Answered (2026)

Clear answers to 21 trading journal FAQ traders ask most: what to record, Excel vs apps, profit factor, reviews, and a free way to start. No credit card.

September 14, 2026 · 10 min read

Win Rate vs Profit Factor: What to Track in 2026

Win rate vs profit factor: why 70% can still lose. Formulas, two 100-trade examples, and how a journal should show both. Start free, no card.

August 12, 2026 · 5 min read

TradeZella Alternatives: Free & Paid Trading Journals Compared

Looking for TradeZella alternatives? Compare free and paid trading journals — when to stay, when to switch, and which tool fits your budget and workflow.

August 11, 2026 · 6 min read

Day Trading Journal: Build a Daily Review Habit

Build a day trading journal that survives busy sessions — a 10-minute daily review habit, batch logging for scalps, and a close checklist you can run every day.

August 6, 2026 · 6 min read

What to Record in a Trading Journal (Template Included)

Know exactly what to record in a trading journal — must-have fields, optional context that reveals edge, and a copy-paste template you can use today.

July 30, 2026 · 7 min read

Trading Journal vs Spreadsheet: Honest Comparison for 2026

Trading journal vs Excel or Google Sheets — when a spreadsheet is enough, when it costs you edge, and how to migrate to a free journal in under 30 minutes.

July 6, 2026 · 6 min read

Best Trading Journal Software in 2026: Free & Paid Compared

An honest comparison of the best trading journal software in 2026 — free tiers, broker sync, analytics depth, and who each tool fits.

July 6, 2026 · 7 min read

How to Keep a Trading Journal: A Step-by-Step System That Sticks

Learn what to log after every trade, build a daily and weekly review routine, and use a simple template so your trading journal actually improves performance.

July 6, 2026 · 7 min read

Trading Journal for Prop Firm Traders: Rules, Metrics & Challenge Workflow

Track daily loss limits, max drawdown, and challenge progress with Prop Desk on Free — plus CSV import and Apex/Tradovate sync on Essential.

July 6, 2026 · 7 min read

5 Trading Journal Metrics Every Trader Should Track

Win rate, profit factor, expectancy, max drawdown, and time-of-day performance — what each metric means, the formulas, and how to read them in your journal.

July 5, 2026 · 7 min read

Free Trading Journal: The Complete Guide for 2026

Learn what to look for in a free trading journal, how to start in 10 minutes, and when a dedicated app beats spreadsheets — no credit card required.