How to set up multi-conditional trigger orders on Kraken?

Setting up multi-conditional trigger orders on Kraken can automate your trades based on specific market conditions, enhancing your trading strategy.

Apr 25, 2025 at 08:22 am

Setting up multi-conditional trigger orders on Kraken can significantly enhance your trading strategy by automating your trades based on specific market conditions. In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of setting up these orders step-by-step, ensuring you understand each part of the process thoroughly.

Understanding Multi-Conditional Trigger Orders

Multi-conditional trigger orders on Kraken allow traders to set multiple conditions that must be met before an order is executed. This can be particularly useful for strategies that require more complex decision-making based on market trends, price movements, or other factors.

To use these orders effectively, it's important to understand that they can be set up with conditions such as price thresholds, volume thresholds, or even time-based triggers. This flexibility allows traders to tailor their strategies to their specific needs.

Preparing to Set Up Multi-Conditional Trigger Orders

Before you can set up these orders, ensure that you have the following:

• A Kraken account with sufficient funds or assets to trade.
• A clear understanding of the market conditions you want to monitor.
• Familiarity with the Kraken trading interface.

Accessing the Order Form

To begin setting up your multi-conditional trigger order, follow these steps:

• Log into your Kraken account and navigate to the trading section.
• Select the trading pair for which you want to set up the order.
• Click on the "New Order" button to open the order form.

Setting Up the Basic Order Parameters

Once you have the order form open, you'll need to set up the basic parameters of your order:

• Choose the order type as "Trigger Order."
• Select "Buy" or "Sell" depending on your trading strategy.
• Enter the amount you wish to trade.
• Set the trigger price at which you want the order to be activated.

Adding Multiple Conditions

Now, to set up multiple conditions, you'll need to use the advanced settings within the order form:

• Click on the "Advanced" tab to reveal more options.
• Select "Add Condition" to start adding your conditions.
• Choose the type of condition you want to add, such as "Price," "Volume," or "Time."
• Set the specific parameters for each condition. For example, if you choose "Price," you can set a condition like "Price must be above $50,000."

You can add multiple conditions by repeating the process of selecting "Add Condition" and setting the parameters for each new condition. Ensure that all conditions are set up correctly to reflect your trading strategy.

Reviewing and Submitting the Order

After setting up all your conditions, it's crucial to review your order before submitting it:

• Check all the conditions to ensure they are set up as intended.
• Verify the order type, amount, and trigger price to make sure they align with your strategy.
• Click "Submit Order" once you are satisfied with all the settings.

Monitoring Your Order

Once your multi-conditional trigger order is submitted, you can monitor its status through the Kraken platform:

• Navigate to the "Open Orders" section to see your active orders.
• Keep an eye on the market conditions that you've set as triggers for your order.
• Be prepared to adjust your strategy if market conditions change significantly.

Modifying or Canceling Your Order

If you need to make changes to your order or cancel it entirely, follow these steps:

• Go to the "Open Orders" section and find your multi-conditional trigger order.
• Click on the order to view its details.
• Select "Modify" to change any of the conditions or parameters, or select "Cancel" to remove the order entirely.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I set up multi-conditional trigger orders on the Kraken mobile app?

A: Currently, Kraken's mobile app does not support the full functionality of multi-conditional trigger orders. You will need to use the desktop version of the platform to set up these orders.

Q: What happens if one of the conditions is met but not the others?

A: The order will only be executed if all the conditions you set are met simultaneously. If only some conditions are met, the order will remain inactive until all conditions are satisfied.

Q: Can I set up time-based conditions for my orders?

A: Yes, Kraken allows you to set time-based conditions as part of your multi-conditional trigger orders. You can specify a time range during which the order should be active.

Q: Is there a limit to the number of conditions I can set for a single order?

A: Kraken does not specify a strict limit on the number of conditions for a single order, but it's important to keep your strategy manageable and not overly complex to ensure effective monitoring and execution.