Best VPS for IG Markets
IG Markets is a London-based broker established in 1974 as the world's first spread betting firm, regulated by the FCA, ASIC and other major authorities. They are known for their proprietary IG trading platform, listing on the London Stock Exchange, and one of the industry's widest instrument ranges spanning forex, indices, shares and commodities.
Measured July 9, 2026 · 3 of 5 datacenters tested
About IG Markets
IG Markets Latency by Server Location
Round-trip latency to IG Markets' trading servers, measured from each FXVPS datacenter on July 9, 2026. Lower is better.
We have measured 3 of our 5 datacenters against IG Markets; the rest are not shown because we have not tested them.
Frankfurt (FRA1)
Singapore (SG1)
Tokyo (TY3)
IG Markets Trading Platforms & Execution
devices Supported Platforms
All trading platforms supported by IG Markets run seamlessly on FXVPS with pre-configured Windows environments and optimized network settings.
electric_bolt Execution Details
Fast execution speed is critical for EA performance. FXVPS co-location ensures your orders are processed with minimal delay, reducing the impact of spread widening during volatility.
Why Use a VPS with IG Markets?
Faster Execution, Better EA Performance
Why IG Markets traders get better results with a dedicated VPS
- check_circle With 14.54ms from Frankfurt (FRA1), your EAs execute at peak speed on IG Markets' platform.
- check_circle Consistent low-latency connections reduce the impact of spread widening during news events.
- check_circle Run multiple EAs and indicators simultaneously on enterprise hardware without lag or freezes.
- check_circle 24/7 uptime means your strategies never miss an opportunity — even when your PC is off.
Why IG Markets Traders Choose FXVPS
Same Datacenter
Our servers sit in the same Equinix facilities as major broker infrastructure. That means 1-3 network hops instead of 15-20 from a home connection — resulting in 14.54ms from Frankfurt (FRA1) to IG Markets.
Optimized Resources
FXVPS plans run on enterprise-grade hardware tuned for trading workloads. NVMe storage, high-clock CPUs, and resource isolation keep your EA execution consistent even during high-volatility events.
99.9% Uptime
Your EAs and trading platforms run 24/7 on enterprise-grade infrastructure with DDoS protection and redundant networking. No power outages, no internet drops, no missed trades.
How to Connect IG Markets to FXVPS
Get Your VPS
Choose the Pro VPS plan with London (LD4) as your server location for the lowest latency to IG Markets. Your VPS will be provisioned in under 60 seconds.
Connect & Install
Log in via Remote Desktop using the credentials emailed to you. Download IG Platform from IG Markets and install it on your VPS.
Start Trading
Log in to your IG Markets trading account, load your EAs or indicators, and you're live. Enjoy 14.54ms from Frankfurt (FRA1) latency and 24/7 uptime from day one.
Recommended for IG Markets
For the lowest latency to IG Markets, we recommend our London (LD4) server location with a Pro VPS plan or higher.
IG Markets has optimal performance with priority routing and enterprise hardware.
Get Optimized VPSIG Markets VPS — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best VPS for IG Markets?
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Our lowest measured latency to IG Markets is 14.54ms from Frankfurt (FRA1), measured July 9, 2026. That is the fastest of the 3 datacenters we tested. Your actual figure also depends on which of IG Markets' trading servers your account is assigned to.
What latency can I expect with IG Markets on FXVPS?
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Measured July 9, 2026: Frankfurt (FRA1) 14.54ms, Singapore (SG1) 154.08ms, Tokyo (TY3) 220.94ms. Our remaining datacenters have not been measured against IG Markets. Latency varies by which IG Markets trading server your account uses, so treat these as the figure for the server we tested, not a guarantee for every account.
Does IG Markets support automated trading on a VPS?
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Yes. IG Markets supports IG Platform, MT4, TradingView, all of which run perfectly on a VPS. FXVPS provides pre-installed trading platforms with optimized Windows environments designed specifically for running Expert Advisors (EAs) and automated strategies 24/7.
Which server location is best for IG Markets?
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Frankfurt (FRA1) gave the lowest measured latency to IG Markets at 14.54ms, out of the 3 datacenters we tested, so that is our recommendation. If you trade several brokers, our team can weigh the locations across all of them.
How do I set up IG Markets on FXVPS?
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Setting up IG Markets on FXVPS takes under 5 minutes. After purchasing your VPS plan, connect via Remote Desktop, download and install IG Platform from IG Markets, log in with your trading account credentials, and your EAs will be running with ultra-low latency immediately.
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