Licensing
Start Flexible. Upgrade Anytime.
Every plan includes full Build Alpha access. Start quarterly to try it out, or go lifetime and never pay again. Upgrade at any time — your payments apply.
Best to Try
Quarterly
Try Build Alpha with full access
$447
/ quarter
↑ Upgrade to Annual or Lifetime anytime
- Full Build Alpha access
- All 7,000+ signals
- Export to 8+ platforms
- Market data integrations
- Community & direct support
- Fast-Start Package
Payments apply toward upgrades
Best Value
Annual
Full year access, best per-month value
$997
/ year
✦ Save $791 vs. quarterly ($447 × 4 = $1,788)
- Everything in Quarterly, plus:
- 12 months uninterrupted access
- All updates during your term
- Portfolio mode + live monitoring
- 50+ private training videos
- Upgrade to Lifetime — payments apply
Upgrade to Lifetime for the difference + $197
For Serious Traders
Lifetime
One payment. Yours forever.
$2,997
$1,997
one-time payment
✦ Save $1,000 off regular price
- Everything in Annual, plus:
- Lifetime updates — every feature, free
- No recurring fees — own it forever
- Priority support — direct founder access
- Strategy Starter Pack — 10 concepts
PayPal preferred. Email for other options.
Upgrade Anytime — Your Payments Always Apply
Quarterly → Annual: Pay the difference + $97 upgrade fee
$447 paid → $997 − $447 + $97 = $647
Quarterly → Lifetime: Pay the difference + $197 upgrade fee
$447 paid → $1,997 − $447 + $197 = $1,747
Annual → Lifetime: Pay the difference + $197 upgrade fee
$997 paid → $1,997 − $997 + $197 = $1,197
Included Free
Fast-Start Package
Installation is guided step-by-step. Build your first strategy within 10 minutes.
10-Min Onboarding
Build your first strategy in a guided video walkthrough
Strategy Starter Pack
10 importable strategies across asset classes and timeframes
Pre-Build Checklist
Learn what to do — and not to do — before building
Post-Build Checklist
Sanity + robustness steps before you deploy
Who It’s For
Built for Serious Traders
Not a signal service or trade copier. Institutional-grade software available to all.
Systematic Traders
Rules-based strategies, not discretionary
Robustness Testing
Validate before risking capital
Repeatable Workflow
Build → Test → Export → Monitor
No Coding Required
Point and click, optional Python
Export & Live Trade
8+ platforms, code generated for you
No Infrastructure
Everything in one software — data included
3 Steps
How It Works
1
Define Constraints
Markets, timeframe, risk management, entries, exits, filters and objectives.
2
Generate & Validate
Stress test and filter out fragile candidates automatically.
3
Export + Monitor
Generate code for your platform and monitor positions live.
Day One
After Purchase You Receive
Software Installer
Guided setup
Fast-Start Guide
First strategy in 10 min
10 Starter Strategies
Importable, tested concepts
Full User Guide
Complete documentation
Private Video Library
50+ training videos
Personal Welcome Email
Direct from the founder
Questions
FAQs
How do upgrades work?
You can upgrade from any plan to any higher plan at any time. Your previous payments are credited toward the new plan — you just pay the difference plus a small upgrade fee.
Quarterly → Annual: $997 − $447 + $97 fee = $647
Quarterly → Lifetime: $1,997 − $447 + $197 fee = $1,747
Annual → Lifetime: $1,997 − $997 + $197 fee = $1,197
Quarterly → Lifetime: $1,997 − $447 + $197 fee = $1,747
Annual → Lifetime: $1,997 − $997 + $197 fee = $1,197
Do I need to code?
No. Build Alpha is point-and-click. You can optionally extend it with custom Python signals, if desired — but it is not required.
Is data included? Can I import my own?
Yes. Historical data is included back to 2006 and updated regularly. You can also connect to your broker or data provider for live and historical data, or import any file format — Build Alpha converts it for accurate use.
Is there a free trial or demo version?
There’s no free trial, but the Quarterly plan at $447 is designed to let you try Build Alpha with full access and minimal commitment. If you love it, upgrade — your payment applies. Extensive demo videos are at buildalpha.com/demo.
Will results match across platforms?
Exports are designed to match. Minor differences can occur due to data feeds, session settings, commissions, and execution assumptions. Step-by-step guides exist for each platform, and direct support is always available.
A few examples below – click to expand.
Can I get institutional or multi-seat licensing?
Yes. Use the inquiry form below and choose “Institutional.” Seat pricing and deployment options will be provided.
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