Setup reference

Install

Download HelmTrader-Setup.exe, run it, and wait for the environment setup step to finish. Launch Helm Trader Command Center from the Start Menu when the installer completes.

License

Set PRODUCT_LICENSE_KEY in .env or through Settings using the key from your purchase email. Lost key? See Pricing FAQ or Support.

First session

1. Open Settings and complete the Getting started checklist.
2. Confirm core/optimization_config.json is present.
3. Run a backtest from the Backtest tab to verify the pipeline.
4. When ready, start Live Watcher in Paper mode.

Architecture and on-disk layout: Product.

Testnet keys

Paper live requires Binance testnet API credentials in Settings. Use paper testnet before live testnet. Keys stay in your local .env — never send them in support tickets.

Updates

When a newer v1.x build is available, Command Center shows an update notice at the top of the window. Applying an update preserves .env, market data, and outputs. A snapshot is saved to backups/product_snapshots/; restore a prior version from Settings if needed.

Installer downloads are on Download — only needed for a new machine or clean reinstall.

Troubleshooting

• Windows blocked the installer — unsigned builds may require manual approval in Windows Security until a signed build ships.
• License rejected — verify the key matches PRODUCT_LICENSE_KEY exactly (no extra spaces).
• Dashboard does not load — run scripts\setup_check.py from the install directory and note any failures before opening a ticket.

Still stuck? Open a support ticket with your fb-… reference.