Link: https://app.optionsautotrader.com/create-auto-trader?strategy=Defined%20Risk%20KissBot
This guide provides a detailed walkthrough of the KISS bot, a pre-built trading bot in the Options Auto Trader platform. You'll learn about its strategy, key metrics, setup process, automation features, and risk management tips.
Step 1: Introduction to the KISS Bot
The KISS bot is a pre-built trading bot available in the Options Autotrader platform.
It is categorized under the "Starter Bot" section and other relevant categories for easy access.
Step 2: Understanding Key Metrics
Win Rate: 99%
Average Win Amount: $622
Average Loss Amount: $3,000 (high, but losses are rare).
Average Trade Duration: 16 days.
Note: These metrics are based on back tests using Option Omega. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Step 3: Strategy Overview
The KISS bot follows a put-selling strategy on futures.
Trades are placed at levels approximately 10-15% below the current market price.
Profit Target: $25
Trade Close Timeline: 21 days or earlier.
Focuses on SPY (S&P 500 ETF), which tends to trend upwards, leading to a high win rate.
Step 4: Trade Setup
Duration: 90 DTE (Days to Expiration).
Strike Price: 10 Delta (far out-of-the-money).
This setup provides a longer-term trade with a significant buffer from the current market price.
Step 5: Automation with Options Autotrader
To automate this strategy:
Click on Start Using This Bot within the Options Autotrader platform.
Configure the rules, including a profit target of $25 and allocation limits.
Set a limit on the amount of money to allocate for trades.
Step 6: Risk Management
Be cautious of risks during market downturns (red days).
Limit KISS bot trades to no more than 30% of your account to mitigate risk.
Understand that while open profit and loss (P&L) may fluctuate, the strategy relies on long-term outcomes.
Step 7: Reviewing Back-Test Data
Analyze back-test results available in the platform for deeper insights.
Note: These results provide historical performance but do not promise similar future outcomes.
Step 8: Final Considerations
The KISS bot is suitable for traders seeking a consistent, long-term strategy.
Use this bot as part of a diversified trading approach to balance potential risks and rewards.
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