The open-source
crypto trading bot

Automate your trading strategies on 100+ coins across major exchanges. Free, open source, and runs on any OS.

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gekko — strategy runner
// MACD strategy on BTC/USDT — 1h candles
$ ./gekko --strategy MACD --exchange binance --pair BTC/USDT
[2026-07-21 20:14:03] Connected to Binance
[2026-07-21 20:14:03] Strategy: MACD | Pair: BTC/USDT | Interval: 1h
[2026-07-21 20:14:15] BUY 0.0042 BTC @ $67,812.00
[2026-07-21 21:14:02] SELL 0.0042 BTC @ $68,203.41 (+0.58%)
[2026-07-21 22:14:01] BUY 0.0041 BTC @ $67,945.22
...

Everything you need to trade

Built-in strategies, backtesting, paper trading, and real-time monitoring — all in one package.

Automated Execution

Set your strategy and parameters. Gekko monitors the market and executes trades 24/7 without manual intervention.

Backtesting Engine

Test strategies against months of historical data. See win rate, profit factor, and max drawdown before risking capital.

Paper Trading

Simulate trades with live market data. Validate your strategy works in real conditions without spending a dime.

Plugin System

Use built-in strategies (MACD, RSI, DEMA, PPO) or write your own in JavaScript. Community plugins available.

Real-time Alerts

Get notified on Telegram, Discord, or email when trades execute or your strategy triggers a signal.

Multi-exchange

Trade across Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, Bitfinex, and more. Switch exchanges without changing your strategy.

Connect any exchange

One API key is all it takes. Your keys stay on your machine — never sent to any server.

Binance
Coinbase
Kraken
Bitfinex
OKX
KuCoin
Poloniex
Bittrex
100+
Coins Supported
8
Exchanges
10K+
GitHub Stars
MIT
Open Source

Up and running in 4 steps

1

Download Gekko

Grab the latest release from GitHub. No installation — just run the .exe.

2

Connect your exchange

Enter your API keys from Binance, Coinbase, or any supported exchange in the config.

3

Pick a strategy

Choose from built-in strategies or write your own. Configure stop-loss, position size, and intervals.

4

Start trading

Hit Start. Monitor your portfolio and trade history from the built-in dashboard.

Common questions

Is Gekko really free?

Yes. 100% free and open source under the MIT license. No subscriptions, no hidden fees.

Which operating systems are supported?

Windows, macOS, and Linux. The Windows build works out of the box with no dependencies.

Do I need to keep my computer on?

Yes, Gekko runs locally. For 24/7 trading, deploy on a VPS or cloud server with low latency to your exchange.

Is this the original Gekko?

This is a maintained community fork with updated exchange support, new strategies, and bug fixes.

Are my API keys safe?

Keys stay on your machine and are never transmitted to any third-party server. Gekko talks directly to your exchange.

Can I write custom strategies?

Absolutely. Strategies are plain JavaScript. Check the strategy docs in the repo for templates and examples.

Start trading smarter

Download Gekko, connect your exchange, and let your strategies work for you.

Download Gekko v4.0