How To Connect IFTT To The Options Auto Trader

Integrating IFTTT (If This Then That) with the Options Auto Trader allows you to automate your trading strategies based on external triggers from apps, services, or smart devices. This guide will walk you through the step-by-step process of connecting IFTTT to your Options Auto Trader account so you can make your trading even more hands-off.

Step 1: Create an IFTTT Account

If you don’t already have an IFTTT account, follow these steps to create one:

1. Go to the IFTTT website.
2. Click the Sign Up button.
3. Follow the prompts to create your account using your email address, Google, or Apple login.

Step 2: Set Up an IFTTT Applet

An applet in IFTTT allows you to set up "If This Then That" automations. Here's how to create one to trigger the Options Auto Trader:

1. After logging into IFTTT, click Create in the top-right corner.
2. Choose a trigger service (e.g., a calendar, weather, or stock price update) by clicking on the +This button. For example, you could choose Google Calendar to trigger an options trade based on a specific date or time.
3. Select the condition for the trigger. For instance, if you choose Google Calendar, select the condition such as "When an event starts."
4. Click +That to choose the action.

Step 3: Connect to Options Auto Trader

1. In the +That step, search for Webhook in IFTTT’s action services.
2. Select Make a web request.
3. Now, you’ll need to enter the webhook details to trigger the Options Auto Trader:
   • URL: This is the endpoint provided by the Options Auto Trader. This is located in your Auto Trader settings popup (gear icon on the Auto Trader page)
   • Method: Select POST.
   • Content Type: Choose application/json.
   • Body: Leave blank

Step 4: Test the Integration

1. Once you’ve filled in all the details, click Create Action to finalize your applet.
2. Test your IFTTT applet by triggering the condition. If everything is set up correctly, you should see the Options Auto Trader execute the trade according to your parameters.

Step 5: Monitor and Adjust

• After the integration is active, you can monitor the trades directly from the Options Auto Trader dashboard.
• If adjustments are needed, you can modify the IFTTT applet or contact the Options Auto Trader support team for assistance.

Troubleshooting Tips:

• Incorrect Webhook URL: Ensure you’ve copied the correct URL from your Options Auto Trader account.
• IFTTT Applet Not Firing: Check that the trigger conditions in IFTTT are met. You can also review logs in IFTTT to see if the webhook was triggered.
• Trades Not Executing Properly: Double-check that you copied the Options Auto Trader webhook url correctly

Conclusion

With IFTTT connected to your Options Auto Trader, you can unlock a new level of automation by linking external data to your trading strategy. If you have any questions or run into any issues, feel free to reach out to our support team.