Help & FAQ

SmartFinanceData is a probabilistic market analytics platform covering Forex, Indices, Commodities, and Crypto. We analyse millions of historical data points to surface statistical edges — session behaviour, streak probabilities, range profiles, and structural patterns — to help traders make better-informed decisions.

Many of our Free-tier datasets and educational pages are accessible without an account. However, to unlock Pro datasets, download Excel workbooks, and access premium analytics, you'll need a free account and an active Pro subscription.

We recommend starting with our Insights section, which includes guided lessons on core concepts like the Z-Score, Opening Range, and TTM Squeeze. From there, explore the Markets page to find instruments you trade and review their Free-tier datasets first before upgrading.

We currently provide analytics for:

• Forex — 20+ currency pairs including majors, minors and select exotics
• Cryptocurrencies — 12+ digital assets (BTC, ETH and altcoins)
• Stock Indices — 11+ global benchmarks (S&P 500, NASDAQ, FTSE, DAX etc.)
• Commodities — 8+ instruments across metals, energy and soft commodities
• Individual Stocks & Bonds — launching 2026

All datasets are updated daily after the market close of the relevant session. Streak and session probabilities reflect the most recent completed trading day. Excel workbooks are updated on the same schedule and will prompt you when a newer version is available.

Yes — but we'd recommend having at least a basic understanding of how forex or your chosen market works before diving in. Our Insights section is designed to make statistical concepts accessible, and the Free-tier datasets are a great low-barrier starting point. That said, the platform is most powerful for traders who already have a structured approach and want to add a probabilistic edge.

The website is fully responsive and works well on mobile browsers. For the Excel workbooks, you'll need a desktop environment (Windows or Mac) with Microsoft Excel or a compatible spreadsheet application.

We offer six core dataset types, each targeting a different edge:

• Streak — consecutive up/down day probabilities
• Range Lab — daily and session range profiles with probabilistic targets
• Session — session open-to-close, London/NY overlap behaviour
• Structure — break of structure and LTF-to-HTF continuation probabilities
• Sweep — monthly high/low sweep probability and post-sweep direction
• Seasonal / Calendar — day-of-week, month-of-year and macro calendar patterns

Our primary datasets use up to 25 years of daily OHLC data (where available), giving statistically significant sample sizes across thousands of observations. Some newer instruments have shorter histories — the dataset detail page always shows the exact date range and sample size used.

Free datasets give you top-level probability figures and summary charts for a selection of instruments. Pro datasets unlock the full analytics suite per instrument, including segmented breakdowns (by day of week, session, trend context), confidence intervals, Bayesian posteriors, Kelly sizing tables, and downloadable Excel workbooks.

Pro subscribers can download pre-built Excel workbooks for each dataset. These include the full probability tables, statistical outputs, and Chart.js-style visualisations. We do not currently offer raw tick or OHLC CSV exports — the workbooks contain the processed analytical outputs rather than the underlying source data.

We source historical OHLC data from institutional-grade data providers and cross-reference multiple sources to ensure accuracy. For Forex, we use mid-price daily bars. For Crypto, we use the major exchange composite. All data is adjusted for known anomalies before analysis.

Some session-based datasets (e.g. London Open Range, Asian Session compression) are derived from intraday analysis, but the platform currently surfaces daily-timeframe outputs. A dedicated intraday module is on our 2026 roadmap.

We welcome requests! Use the contact form below or email us directly. We prioritise instruments with the highest user demand and sufficient historical data depth. Pro subscribers' requests are prioritised in our development queue.

No — all analytics are end-of-day. The platform is designed for pre-session preparation and structural edge-finding rather than live execution. Real-time data integration is not on our current roadmap.

Rather than giving you "buy here, sell there" signals, we quantify the historical likelihood of specific market behaviours. For example: given that GBP/USD has closed up for 3 consecutive days, what percentage of the time did it close up on day 4? That probability — with its confidence interval and sample size — is your edge to factor into your decision-making.

Our analytical toolkit includes:

• Frequentist probability with Wilson confidence intervals
• Bayesian posterior distributions for edge refinement
• Chi-square independence testing
• Z-score standardisation for range normalisation
• Kelly Criterion for position-sizing guidance
• Binomial significance testing

Full methodology documentation is available on the Methodology page.

All probability figures are accompanied by Wilson confidence intervals and sample sizes. We flag any dataset where the sample size falls below our minimum threshold for statistical significance. Treat all figures as historical tendencies, not guarantees — market regimes change and past probabilities don't predict the future with certainty.

The Z-Score measures how many standard deviations a current reading is from the historical mean. On SmartFinanceData, we apply Z-scoring to daily range sizes to identify when a day's range is statistically extreme (very compressed or very expanded). This is used to contextualise Range Lab outputs and flag when mean-reversion conditions may apply.

A streak is a sequence of consecutive closes in the same direction (e.g. 3 up days in a row). The Streak dataset shows the conditional probability of the next candle continuing or reversing the streak. Longer streaks typically show mean-reversion tendencies, but the magnitude varies significantly by instrument.

We use the following standard definitions (all times GMT):

• Asian Session: 00:00 – 09:00 GMT
• London Session: 07:00 – 16:00 GMT
• New York Session: 12:00 – 21:00 GMT
• London/NY Overlap: 12:00 – 16:00 GMT

Times are adjusted for DST where applicable.

Some advanced Pro datasets include rolling-window analysis that lets you view how probabilities have shifted across different 5-year windows. This helps identify whether an edge has been stable or whether recent market conditions have diverged from the longer-term base rate.

The Free plan gives you access to all Insights educational content, Free-tier datasets for selected instruments, and summary-level probability figures on the Markets pages. No credit card is required to sign up.

Pro subscribers get access to:

• All Pro-tier datasets across every instrument
• Downloadable Excel workbooks for each dataset
• Full statistical breakdowns — confidence intervals, Bayesian posteriors, Kelly tables
• Day-of-week and session segmentation
• Early access to new instruments and datasets
• Priority support

Yes. You can cancel at any time from your account dashboard. Your Pro access continues until the end of your current billing period, after which you revert to the Free plan. We don't offer prorated refunds for partial months, but you'll never be charged again after cancellation.

We don't currently offer a formal free trial for Pro, but the Free tier gives you a genuine feel for the platform. We recommend starting with the Free-tier datasets for instruments you actively trade to verify the value before upgrading.

Not currently, but if you're part of a prop firm or trading desk that would benefit from a team arrangement, reach out via the contact form and we can discuss options.

We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) via our secure payment processor. Payments are processed in GBP. All transactions are encrypted and we do not store card details.

Prices shown on the Pricing page are inclusive of UK VAT where applicable. If you're purchasing as a business outside the UK, VAT may be handled differently — the checkout will confirm the final amount before you commit.

Zoom to Active Price Range is a one-click MT4/MT5 script that instantly centres and scales your chart to the statistically active price range for the current session. It removes the need to manually adjust chart zoom before each trading session, saving time and keeping your focus on the setup rather than chart navigation.

After purchase, download the .mq4 or .mq5 file from your account dashboard. In MetaTrader, navigate to File → Open Data Folder → MQL4 (or MQL5) → Scripts, paste the file in, then restart MT4/MT5 and the script will appear in your Navigator panel ready to drag onto any chart.

No macros or add-ins are required. The workbooks use standard Excel formulas, conditional formatting, and native chart objects. They are compatible with Excel 2016 and later on both Windows and Mac. Google Sheets is not officially supported — some formula compatibility issues may occur.

Yes — the workbooks are unprotected and fully editable. You're welcome to add your own trade logs, custom inputs, or additional analysis on top of the existing structure. We recommend keeping a backup of the original before making changes.

An API is currently in development and is planned for launch later in 2026. It will allow Pro subscribers to query probability tables, streak data, and range profiles directly. If you have a specific use case (algo integration, dashboard etc.), contact us — we may be able to provide early access.

The scripts are compatible with any standard MT4 or MT5 build (600+). The vast majority of brokers run standard builds, so compatibility issues are rare. If you encounter a problem, contact support with your MT4/MT5 build number and we'll investigate.

On the Sign In page, click "Forgot password?" and enter your registered email address. You'll receive a reset link within a few minutes. Check your spam folder if it doesn't arrive promptly.

Yes — navigate to Account Settings and update your email address. You'll receive a verification email to confirm the change before it takes effect.

All invoices are available in Account → Billing → Invoice History. You can download them as PDFs for your records.

Account sharing is not permitted under our Terms of Service. Each subscription is for a single user. The Excel workbooks are for personal use only and must not be redistributed.

You can request account deletion from Account Settings → Privacy → Delete Account. Please note that cancelling a Pro subscription and deleting your account are separate actions — cancel your subscription first if you have an active plan, then request deletion.