# Discord Server Guide

> Your trading community hub. Navigate channels, enable alerts, use bot commands, and get the most from the Trade Echo Discord server.

Source: https://tradeecho.com/docs/community/discord-server-guide (updated 2026-07-26)

Your trading community hub. Navigate channels, enable alerts, use bot commands, and get the most from the Trade Echo Discord server.

![Trade Echo Discord with alert channels and first-day checklist](https://tradeecho.com/docs/img/app/discord.png)

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## Algo Edge Trading Channels

Real-time algorithmic trading signals and analysis. A channel for each setup style:

| Channel | Description | Best For |
|---------|-------------|----------|
| **Momentum Trades** | High-momentum setups for day trading | Quick scalps, momentum plays |
| **SPX 0DTE Trades** | Same-day expiration SPX options | Aggressive 0DTE trading (high risk) |
| **Large Trades** | Major movements (>1,000 contracts, >$1M value) | Following institutional flow |
| **High Value 0DTE** | High-impact same-day trades across major indices | Premium 0DTE opportunities |
| **Weekly Trades** | Short-term market bets expiring within a week | Swing trading |
| **Directional Trades** | Market sweeps across multiple exchanges | Directional bias confirmation |
| **Executive Trades** | SPY/QQQ index strategies | Index-based trading |
| **Small Trades** | Niche momentum opportunities | Stock picking, niche plays |

**Pro Tip:** Enable notifications for 2-3 channels that match your trading style. Avoid information overload.

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## Trading Hub Community

Connect with other traders and share insights:

| Channel | Use For |
|---------|---------|
| **Market News** | Latest updates, earnings, Fed announcements |
| **Share Success** | Share winning trades and learn from others |
| **Market Talk** | General market discussion and analysis |
| **Trade Analysis** | In-depth analysis of specific trades |
| **Watchlist** | Stocks and assets to monitor |

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## Trade Alerts

Stay informed with real-time opportunities:

| Channel | Access | Description |
|---------|--------|-------------|
| **2K Cblast** | Premium members only | Premium 2K+ profit alerts |
| **Cblast Alerts** | All members | Standard trading alerts |
| **VIP Alerts** | VIP tier members | Exclusive VIP member alerts |
| **2K Forged by Steel** | Steel strategy subscribers | High-value trades from Steel strategy |
| **Member Alerts** | Use !follow @trader | Community-generated alerts from followed traders |

Discord trade alerts are also parsed into structured trade cards in the dashboard - see the [Member Alerts (In-App)](https://tradeecho.com/docs/community/member-alerts) hub with Top Traders and Following views.

### Setting Up Your Alerts

1. Go to the enable-alert-dm channel
2. Enable notifications for desired alert types
3. Use `!follow @username` to follow specific traders
4. Receive DMs when followed traders post alerts

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## Education Category

Master advanced trading strategies:

| Channel | Learn |
|---------|-------|
| **BT Cloud** | Cloud-based trading strategies |
| **Golden Zone** | Fibonacci-based strategies |
| **ORB** | Range break trading methodology (Opening Range Breakout) |
| **Strike to Pick** | Options strike selection guide |
| **SPX 0DTE** | 0DTE trading methodology |

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## Bot Commands

Track performance and manage trades:

| Command | Description | Example |
|---------|-------------|---------|
| `!trades [@user]` | View trade history for yourself or another user | `!trades` or `!trades @trader123` |
| `!open` | See your currently open trades | `!open` |
| `!stats [@user]` | View trading statistics and performance metrics | `!stats` or `!stats @trader123` |
| `!leaderboard [duration]` | Check the leaderboard (week/month/all time) | `!leaderboard week` |
| `!current [@user]` | View current open positions for a user | `!current @trader123` |
| `!follow @trader` | Follow a trader to receive their Member Alerts | `!follow @top_trader` |

### Using Commands Effectively

- Use `!trades` regularly to track your performance
- Check `!leaderboard` to see where you rank
- Use `!stats` to analyze your trading patterns
- Follow successful traders with `!follow`

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## Notification Settings

| Setting | How to Adjust |
|---------|---------------|
| **Server Notifications** | Server settings - Notifications (default: @mentions and DMs) |
| **Challenge Notifications** | Go to enable-alert-dm channel and follow instructions |
| **User DM Alerts** | Use `!follow @trader` to get DMs when they post |

### Recommended Setup

- Enable notifications for your main Algo Edge channels
- Go to enable-alert-dm for challenge notifications
- Use `!follow` to follow top traders
- Set Member Alerts to "Notify me"
- Enable Market News notifications

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## Quick Start Guide

### Your First 5 Steps

1. Explore channels - click through Algo Edge channels to see what interests you
2. Enable notifications - right-click channel - "Notification Settings" - Enable notifications
3. Try bot commands - type `!trades` to see your trade history
4. Post your first alert - after a trade, post in Member Alerts
5. Engage in community - join discussion in Market Talk or Trade Analysis

### Daily Routine

- **Morning (9:30 AM):** Check Market News and Algo Edge channels
- **During Trading:** Post alerts as you trade
- **After Trading:** Share insights in Trade Analysis
- **Evening:** Check leaderboard with `!leaderboard`
- **Weekly:** Review your stats with `!stats`

### Best Practices

**Do:**

- Post accurate alerts in real-time
- Share your reasoning and analysis
- Support and encourage other traders
- Engage positively in discussions
- Follow successful traders to learn

**Don't:**

- Post fake or misleading alerts
- Spam channels with low-quality content
- Be negative or discouraging to others
- Self-promote excessively