Integrating your Kraken account with Quad Terminal enables efficient trading and portfolio management. Follow these steps to establish a secure connection:
1. Generate a Kraken API Key
Log In to Kraken
Access your account at kraken.com.
Navigate to API Management
Click on your profile icon in the upper right-hand corner.
Select Security from the dropdown menu.
Click on the API tab.
Create a New API Key
Click Add Key.
In the Key Description field, enter a descriptive name (e.g., "Quad Terminal").
Configure API Key Permissions
Set the Nonce Window to 0.
Under Key Permissions, enable the following:
Funds:
Query Funds: Allows viewing account balances.
Orders & Trades:
Query Open Orders & Trades: Allows viewing open orders and trades.
Query Closed Orders & Trades: Allows viewing closed orders and trades.
Create & Modify Orders: Allows placing and modifying orders.
Cancel & Close Orders: Allows canceling and closing orders.
Other:
Query Ledger Entries: Allows accessing ledger entries.
Access WebSockets API: Allows access to WebSockets API.
Enable IP Whitelisting (Recommended)
Scroll down to IP Permissions.
Select Enable IP address restriction.
Click Add an IP address or range.
Enter the following IP address:
3.98.106.53
This restricts API access to Quad Terminal's IP address, enhancing security.
Generate the API Key
Click Generate Key.
Your API Key and Private Key will be displayed.
Important: The Private Key is displayed only once; ensure you store it securely.
2. Connect to Quad Terminal
Log In to Quad Terminal
Access your account at quadterminal.com.
Navigate to Exchange Connections
Go to the Settings or Account section.
Select Exchange Accounts.
Add Kraken Account
Click on Add Exchange or Connect Exchange.
Choose Kraken from the list of supported exchanges.
Enter API Credentials
Input the API Key and Private Key obtained from Kraken.
Save or confirm the connection.
3. Verify Connection
Once connected, Quad Terminal will sync with your Kraken account.
Your account balance and trading pairs should be visible within Quad Terminal.
Place a small test trade to confirm that the integration is functioning correctly.
By following these steps, your Kraken account will be securely linked to Quad Terminal, allowing you to manage your trades and portfolio effectively.