VPS Setup
Please note, if you see any screenshots or references to “Microsoft Remote Desktop” in our documentation, they refer to the same application, as some screenshots may still display the old name.
Despite the name and some UI changes, the steps for using the application remain the same.
Experiencing stability issues with MetaTrader, such as crashes or the frustrating endless loading wheels on MacOS, can significantly disrupt your trading activities. To effectively mitigate these problems or to ensure uninterrupted trading 24/7, opting for a Windows VPS presents a reliable solution.
For accessing your VPS, we recommend using Windows App, noted for its reliability and availability at no extra cost.
Below is a detailed, step-by-step guide to help you install Windows App and gain access to your VPS:
- Download the EA onto your Mac.
- Copy the EA with "CMD + C".
- Activate the MRD window on your Mac.
- Paste the EA into your VPS by using "CMD + V".
This method also applies to copying your License ID on your Mac and pasting it directly into the EA within your VPS.
1. Download Windows App
- Open your web browser and go to the Windows App page on the Microsoft Store.
- Click on the "Get" or "Install" button to download and install the application.
2. Installation
- After downloading, launch the Windows App application from the Start menu or desktop shortcut.
3. Initial Setup
- In the main screen, click the "+" icon to add a new remote desktop connection.
- Enter the PC name or IP address you wish to connect to and assign a friendly name for easy identification.
- Once done, click on the “Add” button.
4. Connection Settings
- Select your newly created connection from the main screen.
- Input the username and password for the remote computer.
- Optionally, adjust settings such as display resolution, local resources, and user experience to suit your preferences.
5. Connect
- Click "Connect" to initiate the remote desktop connection.
6. Security Warning
- A security warning may appear regarding the certificate. If you trust the remote computer, select "Connect" to proceed.
7. Remote Desktop Session
- Once connected, you will access the remote desktop of the target computer from your local machine.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed and configured Windows App on your Windows or Mac machine, ensuring a more stable and reliable trading experience with PineConnector.
What a Windows VPS costs, and where the servers are (quick reference)
Reviewed 11 September 2026. Provider prices and regions change, so confirm on the provider's own pricing page before buying.
Entry-level Windows VPS plans aimed at traders typically run $10 to $15 a month in 2026.[1] The cheapest advertised plans can be lower, and prices and available regions vary by provider:
Provider | Entry price | Regions |
LightNode (Start plan) | $7.71/month[2] | 40+ locations, including New York, London, Frankfurt, Tokyo, Singapore and Dubai[2] |
Cloudzy (4 GB MT5 VPS) | $14.48/month, a current promotional rate off its $28.95 list price[3] | 13 regions, including New York, London, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Dubai, Singapore and Sydney[3] |
MetaQuotes Virtual Hosting (MQL5 VPS) | $15/month on a monthly plan, falling to $10/month on a 12-month commitment[4] | "More than thirty hosting points around the world"; exact locations not published[4] |
MetaQuotes Virtual Hosting does not allow DLLs on its virtual terminal[5], and the PineConnector EA relies on a DLL import, so it cannot run on MetaQuotes Virtual Hosting. Use a Windows VPS (as on this page), your own Windows PC, or PineConnector Edge instead.
PineConnector Edge: hosting included, no separate VPS bill
If you would rather not price, patch and restart a Windows VPS yourself, PineConnector Edge hosts the MT5 terminal for you as part of your plan:
Plan | Price | Hosted MT5 instances | Region |
Core | $59/month | 1 | New York |
Plus | $129/month | 3 | New York; London coming soon |
Pro (coming soon) | $199/month | 5 | New York; London coming soon |
See PineConnector Edge vs Running Your Own VPS for the full comparison, or the Edge guide to get started.
PineConnector executes the instructions you send it. It does not select trades, manage money, or hold funds. Trading carries risk, and past performance of any strategy does not indicate future results.