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You are an individual trader, investor, teacher, or student deciding whether to buy, upgrade, or gift a TradingView subscription (tradingview abonnement). Read this if you want concrete numbers and clear trade-offs. Skip vague marketing and long comparison posts.
This article solves three things. First, explain the tiers and show exact numeric limits: chart counts, indicator caps, and historical-data depth. Second, show how exchange data fees change the total monthly cost, with representative numbers per exchange. Third, walk through buying, upgrading, gifting, billing, and refunds with step-by-step rules and timing numbers.
Expect quick takeaways, a compact comparison table of tier limits, step-by-step purchase and gifting procedures, practical recommendations keyed to specific numbers, and a short decision tree to pick a plan. Plan for 20+ concrete numeric values in this piece so you can compare options fast.
Quick Answer / TL;DR
- If you need basic charting and 1 chart layout → use Basic (free): 1 chart connection, 1–3 indicators, delayed market data.
- If you want multi-chart setups and faster history → pick Pro or Pro+: typically 10–20 simultaneous charts, 180–365 days of minute-level history.
- If you require advanced analytics, up to 200 charts, full tick history, and maximum indicators → pick Premium/Ultimate: up to 200 charts, tick-level data, unlimited indicators in many cases.
- If you need real-time exchange feeds → budget extra: typical market-data feeds range from about $2 to $10+ per exchange per month; some futures feeds run higher (e.g., $7 per exchange; some professional feeds up to $548).
Check your active-session chart count and replay needs first. Compare exchange fees second. Choose the smallest tier that meets your peak simultaneous-chart need.
Subscription overview — 5 tiers and core limits
TradingView’s abonnement comes in five tiers: Basic (free) plus four paid tiers that scale limits. Compare by three numeric axes: simultaneous chart connections, minute/tick historical depth, and indicator/layout caps.
Key numeric overview:
– Simultaneous chart connections: 2, 10, 20, 50, 200 (tiered upward).
– Historical minute data: 180 days, 365 days, or full (all).
– Historical tick data: 7 days for lower tiers; full tick history for top tiers.
– Indicators per chart: ranges from about 1–3 on free to 10–25 on mid tiers, and effectively unlimited on top tiers.
– Saved layouts and device connections: rise from 1–2 up to 8+ saved layouts.
| Tier | Simultaneous charts | Minute historical data | Tick historical data | Typical indicators per chart | Saved layouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic (free) | 1 (or 2 in some listings) | Delayed / no minute history | 0 tick history | 1–3 | 1 |
| Low paid (Pro) | 10 | 180 days | 7 days | ~10 | 3–5 |
| Mid paid (Pro+) | 20 | 365 days | 7 days | ~20 | 5–8 |
| High paid (Premium) | 50 | All minutes | Full ticks | 50+ or unlimited | 8+ |
| Top paid (Ultimate) | 200 | All minutes | Full ticks | Unlimited | 10+ |
Map these numbers to your workflow. If you open more than 10 charts at once, aim for the 20+ tiers. If you need tick replay beyond 7 days, choose a tier that lists full tick history.
Plans and features — indicators, replay, and data depth (2 to 200 charts)
Compare how the tiers affect indicators, saved layouts, and replay features. Decide by counting your peak needs.
- Indicators per chart: expect 1–3 on Basic, about 10 on entry paid, about 20 on mid paid, and 50+ or unlimited on top paid. Count how many indicators you usually stack. If you use more than 10 indicators on one chart, pick at least the mid-tier.
- Saved chart layouts: count your setups. If you store 1 layout, Basic suffices. If you save 5–10 setups, pick a tier offering 5–8 saved layouts.
- Bar Replay and Trading in Bar Replay: include replay depth tied to historical-data limits. Expect 180 days of minute replay on lower tiers and full replay on higher tiers.
Concrete examples:
– Example A: a hobby trader runs 3 charts with 4 indicators each. You need 180 days of minute history. Choose the low paid tier with ~10 charts and 180 days.
– Example B: a day trader runs 30 chart windows and needs sub-minute replay. You need 50–200 charts and full tick history. Choose a high paid tier.
– Example C: a student uses one chart, 2 indicators, and delayed data. Choose Basic free and save $10–20 per month.
Numbers to check:
– 2, 10, 20, 50, 200 — simultaneous-chart thresholds.
– 180 days, 365 days, All — minute-history thresholds.
– 7 days tick vs full tick — tick-history thresholds.
– 1–3, 10, 20, 50+ — indicator counts.
Watch out for: Some marketing pages show slightly different counts. Always check the plan page at checkout. Numbers may vary by promotion, region, or limited-time offers.
Real-time market data and exchange fees — per-exchange costs to expect
Understand that subscription to the platform does not include all real-time feeds. Add per-exchange fees to your plan total. Price examples follow.
Representative per-exchange fees:
– US equities bundle (NYSE + NASDAQ): $9.95 per month for non-professional real-time.
– CME Group futures (CME, CBOT, COMEX, NYMEX): $7 per month for non-professional real-time.
– Smaller exchanges: $2.00–$3.00 per month for non-professional real-time (e.g., MYX, some regional markets).
– OTC Markets: $3.00 per month non-professional; $50 professional.
– Some professional feeds run high: $40–$548 per month per exchange for professional access.
Two practical rules:
1. Delayed data is free for many exchanges. Typical delays: 10–15 minutes.
2. Budget per-exchange fees on top of plan cost. Example: pick a Pro plan at baseline, add NASDAQ $9.95 plus CME $7 = $16.95 extra per month.
Numbers to check before buying:
– $2, $3, $7, $9.95, $40, $50, $548 — common fee points.
– 10–15 minutes — common delayed feed latency.
– 2–5 — number of exchanges a multi-asset trader often subscribes to.
Watch out for professional vs non-professional pricing. If your profile or job classifies you as “professional,” fees can jump from single digits to $40, $50, or $548 per exchange. Verify classification before you add feeds.
Purchase, upgrade, and gifting process — 6 steps and rules (1-time gifts)
Follow a clear six-step purchase and gifting flow. Use numbers to avoid billing surprises.
- Choose a tier and billing cadence. Pick monthly or annual billing. Annual often saves about 15%–30% versus monthly.
- Enter payment. TradingView passes your payment to providers. Typical processors: Braintree, Checkout, Razorpay, dLocal, Triple-A (5 providers named).
- For upgrades: switch tiers anytime. Expect prorated charges or credits. Example: upgrade halfway through a 30-day billing cycle and pay for half the new tier, credited against remaining days.
- For gifting: buy a gift as a one-time purchase for a registered user without an active plan. Check the recipient’s username first.
- Gift rules: a gift is non-recurring. When a gifted period ends, the recipient reverts to Basic (free). Refunds go back to the buyer. Example: buy a 1-month gift; after 30 days the account drops to free.
- Trials and promos: some offers provide 7–30 day trials. Confirm trial length at checkout.
Numeric reminders:
– 1 gift per purchase, non-recurring.
– 5 payment processors in use.
– 15%–30% typical annual savings.
– 7–30 days typical trial lengths.
Watch out for: You can only gift to a registered user who has no active subscription. The platform may deny a gift subscription in its sole discretion. A denied gift may be non-refundable.
Billing, payments, and refunds — security and timelines (2+ providers)
Learn how payments and refunds work and which numbers matter.
- Payment security: TradingView does not store payment credentials. The platform passes data to at least 5 processors: Braintree, Checkout, Razorpay, dLocal, Triple-A.
- Billing cadence: choose monthly or annual. Annual plans typically reduce monthly-equivalent cost by 15%–30%.
- Refund timelines: refunds return to the original payer. Expect 5–14 business days for most card issuers to credit your account.
- Auto-renewal: subscriptions auto-renew unless you cancel before the next billing date. Typical cycles: 1 month or 12 months.
Practical payment tips:
– Keep one card on file to avoid failed auto-renewal.
– If you request a refund, the platform deactivates paid features immediately. Expect service removal at time of refund approval.
– Check exchange data fees separately; they may bill monthly and outside the subscription total.
Numbers to check on your bill:
– 5 payment processors.
– 5–14 business days refund latency.
– 1 month or 12 months billing cycles.
– 15%–30% possible annual discount.
Watch out for: Region-based pricing. Subscription prices and exchange fees vary by country. Confirm the total checkout amount before you confirm.
Use cases and recommendations — match needs to numbers (If X → pick Y)
Pick a plan by matching numeric needs. Use these specific recommendations.
- If you view 1–2 charts and use daily/weekly timeframes:
- Choose Basic free or the lowest paid tier.
- You likely need 1–3 indicators and delayed data.
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Monthly cost: $0–$10 before exchange feeds.
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If you use 5–10 charts, need 180–365 days of minute history, and run multiple indicators:
- Choose a mid-tier (10–20 simultaneous charts).
- Expect 180–365 days of minute data and 10–20 indicators per chart.
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Monthly cost: mid-tier base price plus any exchange fees (add $2–$10 per exchange).
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If you run many setups, require tick-level data, or use Bar Replay extensively:
- Choose a high-tier (50–200 charts and full tick history).
- Expect full minute and tick replay and unlimited indicators.
- Add real-time feeds for 2–5 exchanges. Example monthly add-on: $9.95 (NASDAQ) + $7 (CME) + $3 (regional) = about $19.95 extra.
Concrete scenarios:
– Beginner investor: 1 chart, 3 indicators, delayed data → Basic free → $0.
– Part-time trader: 10 charts, 20 indicators, 365 days minute history → mid-tier → base plus $0–$10 exchange feed.
– Active scalper: 50–200 charts, full tick, 3 real-time feeds → top-tier + per-exchange fees → expect double-digit to triple-digit total.
Default rule: Count your peak simultaneous charts, required historical depth, and number of exchanges. Pick the smallest tier that meets or exceeds those numbers.
Common pitfalls and limitations — limits, data gaps, and policy notes (7-day ticks, non-guarantees)
Avoid surprises by checking these common limitations.
- Tick replay limits: many lower tiers only include 7 days of tick data. If you need tick replay older than 7 days, buy a top tier.
- Minute-history caps: some tiers limit minute history to 180 or 365 days. If you need multi-year minute-level backtests, choose a tier that lists “All.”
- Exchange feed availability: some exchanges require separate monthly fees. Expect $2–$9.95 for many non-professional feeds and $40–$548 for professional feeds.
- Gift limits: gifts are one-time, non-recurring. Recipients revert to Basic after expiry. Refunds return to the buyer and deactivate the gifted subscription.
- Platform changes: the service may discontinue or change features without notice. No guarantee of backward compatibility for API or features.
- Billing surprises: auto-renewal can bill immediately at cycle end. Cancel at least 1 day before renewal to avoid an extra charge.
Numbers to watch:
– 7 days tick retention on lower tiers.
– 180 days or 365 days minute retention mid-tier caps.
– $2, $3, $7, $9.95, $40, $50, $548 — common per-exchange fee points.
– 1 day buffer to cancel before renewal.
Watch out for: Policy enforcement. TradingView can deny a gift subscription. The platform may change fees or plan specs. Re-check the checkout screen for exact totals before confirming.
Closing: quick decision checklist and next steps
Follow this short checklist to act now.
- Count peak simultaneous charts in a typical session. If count ≥ 10, skip Basic. If ≥ 50, skip mid-tier.
- Decide on history depth: need tick replay older than 7 days? Choose top-tier. Need 180 days only? Low paid will work.
- List exchanges you need real-time for. Add $2–$9.95 per exchange for non-professional feeds. Add potential professional fees of $40–$548 if classified as professional.
- Choose billing cadence: monthly or annual. Annual saves roughly 15%–30%.
- If gifting: confirm recipient username and that they have no active plan. Gifts are one-time and non-recurring.
Numbers recap you must remember:
– Simultaneous charts: 2, 10, 20, 50, 200.
– Minute history: 180 days, 365 days, All.
– Tick history: 7 days (lower tiers) or Full (top tiers).
– Exchange fees: $2, $3, $7, $9.95, $40, $50, $548 typical points.
– Payment processors: 5 named providers.
– Refund time: 5–14 business days.
– Trial lengths: 7–30 days.
– Annual savings: ~15%–30%.
Act: match your peak charts and history needs first. Add exchange fees second. Buy, upgrade, or gift with the numbers above in hand.