Host changing for same location

Created at 03 Aug 2021, 17:54
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Host changing for same location
03 Aug 2021, 17:54

Hi,

we noticed that the host we see in cTrader GUI for FIX connection is changing even the computer is on the same location. Currently we're updating that in our platform/app once per Week. Can we simply use the same IP (without sacrificing latency)?

 

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PanagiotisCharalampous
04 Aug 2021, 08:23

Hi terrww2,

cTrader Desktop will connect to the lowest latency proxy at the time of loading. This is why you see proxies changing. We do not suggest to use the IP since it might change without notice.

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terryww2
04 Aug 2021, 14:19

RE:

Thanks for the answer. If we run an application that connects to cTrader servers via the FIX API, e.g. a trading/analysis app, how can we then get the proxy with the latest latency without opening cTrader GUI/web instance (where we usually get FIX API info)?

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PanagiotisCharalampous
04 Aug 2021, 14:21

Hi terrww2,

There is no such option at the moment.

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terryww2
04 Aug 2021, 15:09

What would be the best practice for algotrading program colocated in Equinix that connects via FIX API to your servers? Do we have to update the host every Week?

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PanagiotisCharalampous
04 Aug 2021, 15:12

Hi terrww2,

That would be wise :)

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terryww2
04 Aug 2021, 15:21

We were thinking about taking the IP, but will go of course with your suggestion. Thank you.

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PanagiotisCharalampous
04 Aug 2021, 15:25

Hi terrww2,

The host names will always be functional. They might not be the optimal at any given time but they will always work. This does not apply for IPs since the IP for each host name might change for any reason e.g. we decide to deploy the proxy on a different server, leaving your application without a connection.

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