Deriv has more trading apps than any other broker — six distinct platforms plus dedicated payment apps, each designed for a different trading style. Deriv MT5 is the starting point for most traders, but this guide also covers the specialized apps you might want to add later: Deriv GO for multipliers, DBot for automated trading, cTrader and Nakala for copy trading, and DM Pay for M-Pesa deposits. (For Deriv’s full regulation, fees, and account types, see our Deriv Review.)

Below, we cover every app in detail — what it does, how to download it, and who it’s for. We also explain the web platforms that need no download, the payment apps for M-Pesa users, and how to safely download Deriv APK files.

1. Download Deriv GO — Multipliers & Accumulators on Mobile

Deriv GO is Deriv’s primary mobile trading app, designed specifically for trading multipliers and accumulators on forex, cryptocurrencies, and synthetic/derived indices. It won DayTrading.com’s “Best Trading App” award in 2025 after a major interface overhaul that introduced a modern scrollable layout, customizable charts, and intuitive trade-type selection.

Multipliers on Deriv GO amplify your potential profit up to 4,000x without risking more than your initial stake — meaning you can’t lose more than what you put in. Accumulators let you enjoy up to 5% compounding growth per tick in sideways markets. Both trade types are available on synthetic indices (V75, Crash/Boom), forex pairs, and crypto — 24/7 for synthetics.

The app now supports 12 languages including Swahili (for Kenyan and Tanzanian traders), Bengali, German, Korean, and Simplified Chinese. It features real-time charting with multiple chart types, position management, and streamlined contract details.

How to Download Deriv GO

1. Android: Open Google Play, search “Deriv GO,” and install the app published by Deriv.com Limited. Last updated April 15, 2026.
2. iOS: Open the App Store, search “Deriv GO,” and download. Compatible with iOS 15.0 and later.
3. Log in with your Deriv account credentials. If you don’t have an account, tap “Create free demo account” — you’ll get $10,000 in virtual funds instantly.
4. Select your trade type — Multipliers or Accumulators — and choose your market (synthetics, forex, or crypto).

2. Download Deriv MT5 — Forex, Synthetics & CFDs

Deriv MT5 is the platform for traditional CFD and forex trading — it’s the industry-standard MetaTrader 5 connected to Deriv’s account types, giving you access to 300+ instruments including forex, synthetic indices, stocks, commodities, and crypto. This is the app most traders associate with “Deriv trading” and where you’ll find the Standard, Financial, Zero Spread, and Swap-Free account types.

On MT5, you trade using standard buy/sell orders with leverage up to 1:1000, set stop-losses and take-profits, use technical indicators and chart analysis, and access synthetic indices (V75, Crash/Boom) alongside traditional markets. It’s available on mobile (Android, iOS), desktop (Windows, macOS), and web browser.

How to Download Deriv MT5 — Mobile

1. Android: Search “MetaTrader 5” on Google Play (published by MetaQuotes). Requires Android 7.0+.
2. iOS: Search “MetaTrader 5” on the App Store. Requires iOS 15.0+.
3. Open MT5 and search for “Deriv” in the broker/server list when adding a new account.
4. Log in with your Deriv MT5 credentials. These are separate from your Deriv account password — you create them when opening an MT5 account in your Deriv dashboard.

How to Download Deriv MT5 — Desktop

1. Go to deriv.com/trading-platforms/mt5/download and select your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
2. Install MetaTrader 5 by running the downloaded file.
3. Open MT5, search for “Deriv” in the broker finder, and enter your Deriv MT5 credentials.

You can also access Deriv MT5 directly in your browser at app.deriv.com/mt5 — no download needed. The web version gives you core MT5 functionality with instant access from any device.

3. Download Deriv cTrader — Copy Trading & Advanced CFDs

Deriv cTrader combines professional-grade CFD trading with built-in copy trading, giving you access to 150+ instruments (forex, metals, oil, indices, stocks, ETFs) with advanced charting, one-click execution, and the ability to automatically copy experienced traders’ strategies in real time.

The copy trading feature (cTrader Copy) lets you browse verified strategy providers, filter by performance history, risk level, and instrument preference, then allocate funds to automatically replicate their trades — proportional to your capital. You can pause, adjust, or stop copying at any time. cTrader also includes cTrader Algo for building algorithmic strategies if you want to go beyond the visual DBot approach.

How to Download Deriv cTrader

1. Android: Search “Deriv cTrader” on Google Play. Published by Deriv.
2. iOS: Search “Deriv cTrader” on the App Store.
3. Desktop: Download from deriv.com/trading-platforms/deriv-ctrader for Windows or macOS.
4. Log in with your Deriv account. You’ll need a cTrader account type — create one in your Deriv dashboard if you haven’t already.

4. Download Deriv Nakala — Social Copy Trading

Deriv Nakala is a dedicated copy trading app launched in 2025 that lets you follow top traders, mirror their strategies, and automate your trading experience through your Deriv Standard MT5 account. The name “Nakala” means “copy” in Swahili — a nod to Deriv’s African user base.

The app is designed for both beginners and experienced traders who want passive market exposure. You can discover and analyse professional traders’ strategies across forex, synthetics, and other markets, set your risk level, adjust trade sizes, and stop copying at any time. Deriv handles the execution — when your chosen trader opens a position, your account mirrors it automatically, proportional to your allocated capital.

How to Download Deriv Nakala

1. Android: Search “Deriv Nakala” on Google Play. Approximately 9,000+ downloads in its first month.
2. iOS: Search “Deriv Nakala” on the App Store.
3. Connect your MT5 account — Nakala links to your Deriv Standard MT5 account for trade execution.
4. Browse strategy providers, evaluate their track records, set your risk parameters, and start copying.

5. DBot, Deriv Trader & SmartTrader — Web Platforms (No Download)

Three of Deriv’s most powerful platforms run entirely in your browser — no download, no installation, no storage needed. Just open the link and start trading.

DBot — Automated Trading (No Code Required)

DBot is Deriv’s drag-and-drop bot builder — a visual programming tool that lets you create automated trading strategies without writing a single line of code. You connect logic blocks (like “if price moves up by X, buy” → “if profit reaches Y, sell”) and DBot executes them 24/7 on your behalf. Three pre-built strategies are included: Martingale, D’Alembert, and Oscar’s Grind — ready to customize and deploy.

DBot works on synthetic indices, forex, and derived markets. You can backtest strategies against historical data, run them on demo, and save your bots to your device or Google Drive. No other major broker offers a free, no-code bot builder at this level.

Access DBot: app.deriv.com/bot — works in any modern browser.

Deriv Trader — Options, Multipliers & Accumulators

Deriv Trader is the web version of Deriv’s proprietary trading platform, offering trade types you won’t find on MT5 or cTrader: digital options, multipliers, accumulators, lookbacks, and more. Position sizes start from $0.35, making it accessible for small accounts. It’s the most flexible Deriv platform for non-traditional trade types.

Access Deriv Trader: app.deriv.com

SmartTrader — Binary Options (Legacy)

SmartTrader is Deriv’s legacy binary options platform from the Binary.com era. It supports Rise/Fall, Higher/Lower, Touch/No Touch, and other binary option types. SmartTrader is still functional but is not actively developed — Deriv Trader is the modern replacement. Use SmartTrader only if you specifically want binary options.

Access SmartTrader: smarttrader.deriv.com

6. Download DM Pay & Deriv P2P — Payment Apps for Africa

Deriv’s trading apps handle your trades — but for depositing and withdrawing via M-Pesa in Kenya and Tanzania, you need a separate payment app. This is different from most brokers, so here’s exactly how it works.

DM Pay (formerly Deriv M-Pesa)

DM Pay is the recommended way to deposit and withdraw via M-Pesa on Deriv. It’s a payment app — not a trading platform — that connects your Safaricom or Vodacom M-Pesa to your Deriv trading account. Send money from M-Pesa to DM Pay, and it credits your Deriv account. Reverse the process to withdraw.

1. Download DM Pay from Google Play or the App Store. Search “DM Pay” or “Deriv M-Pesa.”
2. Link your Deriv account by logging in with your Deriv credentials.
3. Deposit: Select deposit amount → pay via M-Pesa → funds arrive in your Deriv account (usually within minutes).
4. Withdraw: Request withdrawal in DM Pay → funds sent to your M-Pesa (processing time varies).

Deriv P2P — Peer-to-Peer Payments

Deriv P2P is a peer-to-peer marketplace where you buy and sell Deriv account balance directly with other users using local payment methods — M-Pesa, bank transfer, MTN Mobile Money, Airtel Money, and more. Deriv’s escrow system holds the funds until both parties confirm the transaction, adding a layer of safety.

Deriv P2P is available as a separate app on Google Play and also accessible through the Deriv website. It’s available in 70+ countries and is particularly useful in countries where direct deposit methods are limited.

For detailed deposit instructions by country and method, see our Deriv Deposit guide. For withdrawal timelines and troubleshooting, see the Deriv Withdrawal guide.

7. Download Deriv for PC / Windows / Mac

To use Deriv on PC, you have four options: download MetaTrader 5 desktop, download cTrader desktop, use DBot in your browser, or use Deriv Trader in your browser. There is no single “Deriv for PC” app — the right choice depends on what you want to do.

Option A: MT5 Desktop (Best for Most PC Traders)

Download from deriv.com/trading-platforms/mt5/download for Windows, macOS, or Linux. MT5 desktop gives you advanced charting with 38+ indicators, 21 timeframes, Expert Advisors for automated strategies, multi-window layouts, and stable performance for active trading. This is the most powerful way to trade Deriv’s full instrument range on a computer.

Option B: cTrader Desktop (Best for Copy Trading on PC)

Download from deriv.com/trading-platforms/deriv-ctrader for Windows or macOS. cTrader desktop provides professional charting, one-click execution, and full access to cTrader Copy and cTrader Algo — making it the best PC option if copy trading or algorithmic trading is your focus.

Option C: DBot (Web — No Download, Best for Automation)

Access at app.deriv.com/bot. DBot runs in your browser with the full drag-and-drop bot builder, backtesting, and 24/7 automated execution. No download, no installation — works on any PC with a modern browser.

Option D: Deriv Trader (Web — No Download)

Access at app.deriv.com. Deriv Trader in the browser gives you multipliers, accumulators, and options with real-time charting. Lightweight and instant access.

8. Download Deriv APK — Is It Safe?

Yes, official Deriv APK files are available from deriv.com for Android users who cannot access Google Play Store. Deriv publishes direct APK downloads on its website for Deriv GO, and the MT5 APK is available from MetaQuotes. These are the same apps available on Google Play, packaged as direct-install files.

How to Download Deriv APK Safely

1. Go to deriv.com in your mobile browser and navigate to the trading platforms section.
2. Find the Android download link for the app you want (Deriv GO, for example).
3. Enable “Install from unknown sources” in your Android settings (Settings → Security → Unknown Sources).
4. Open the downloaded .apk file and follow the installation prompts.

Note for iOS users: APK files are Android-only. There is no “Deriv APK for iOS” — iPhone and iPad users download Deriv apps from the Apple App Store only.

Which Deriv App Should You Download?

The right Deriv app depends entirely on what you want to trade and how you want to trade it. Unlike brokers with one main app, Deriv gives you specialized tools — here’s how to match the right app to your goal.

How to Use the Deriv App After Download

Downloading is step one. Here’s how to set yourself up properly across Deriv’s multi-app ecosystem.

First Steps After Download

1. Start with the demo account. Every Deriv platform gives you $10,000 in virtual funds — use it to learn the interface and test trades. See our Deriv Demo Account guide for a full walkthrough.
2. Set up DM Pay or your deposit method before you need it. Download DM Pay and link it to your Deriv account now, so you’re ready when you want to go live. See our Deriv Deposit guide for instructions.
3. Complete identity verification (KYC) in your Deriv dashboard. Upload your national ID and proof of address. This unlocks real-money trading and withdrawals — do it before depositing.
4. Make a small test deposit ($5) to verify your payment method works. Place one small trade, then test a withdrawal. This proves the full cycle works. See our Deriv Withdrawal guide.
5. Verify your lot size before every trade on MT5. This cannot be overstated — check that the lot size field shows what you intend before clicking Buy or Sell.

How the Different Deriv Apps Work Together

All Deriv apps connect to the same account. Your Deriv login works across Deriv GO, MT5, cTrader, Nakala, DBot, Deriv Trader, DM Pay, and P2P. Balances sync in real time — a deposit through DM Pay appears in your MT5 account immediately. A trade opened on MT5 desktop is visible on MT5 mobile.

The exception: MT5 credentials are separate from your Deriv account password. You create MT5 login details when opening an MT5 account type in your Deriv dashboard. This is a common confusion point for new users — see our Deriv Login guide if you’re having trouble.

Conclusion

Deriv has more trading apps than any other broker because it serves genuinely different trading styles — from traditional MT5 forex traders to DBot automation enthusiasts to V75 multiplier traders on Deriv GO. The key is knowing which app matches your goal, not downloading everything at once.

For most African traders, Deriv MT5 + DM Pay is the right starting combination. MT5 gives you access to the full instrument range including synthetic indices, and DM Pay handles your M-Pesa deposits and withdrawals. Add Deriv GO if you want multipliers, DBot for automated strategies, or Nakala/cTrader for copy trading as your experience grows.

All apps connect to one Deriv account, all offer demo access, and all are available on official app stores. For Deriv’s full regulation, fees, account types, and our TIC Score of 3.8/5 — read our Deriv Review.

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