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How QuantNest Runner works

Local paper simulation — you control execution; we do not trade for you.

Beginner note: Runner runs paper simulation on your machine. QuantNest does not place orders or hold funds.

QuantNest Runner is a desktop app for paper simulation on your machine. It connects to your account for entitled strategies and runs locally — QuantNest does not place orders or hold funds.

Today

  1. Runner-ready today: EMA Crossover Reference (Strategy Pack flagship).
  2. Other listings: verify in Studio first; Runner scope expands per release.
  3. Download from Run → Download Runner in the app sidebar.

Advanced

For JSON export and starter-bot CLI, see Help → Exporting strategies (/help/export). Not required for the primary Runner path.

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What beginners ask next

Short answers to the question you probably have right now — tap to expand.

I am brand new — where do I start?

Follow Find → Verify → Run: Marketplace, certificate, Studio backtest, optional Runner.

Getting started
How do I read a certificate?

Start with symbol, timeframe, primary run metrics, assumptions, and trade log — not headline return alone.

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I paid but Studio is locked

Check you are signed in with the purchase email, refresh My Strategies, then open Help → billing access.

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