Built for Traders
Built by real traders in Chicago, TradingBlock gives you the tools, pricing, and support to trade your way—whether you’re just starting out or taking your strategy to the next level.
Real Support,
From Real Traders
When you reach out to the TradingBlock trade desk, a seasoned trading professional will be on the line—ready to help. We love trading, and we love giving our clients the best experience possible. Fast responses, straight answers, and a team that gets the urgency of every trade.
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Traders Love Us
"As an active customer utilizing the full suite of services offered at TradingBlock for the past 5+ years I have been consistently pleased with the overall services available and constantly impressed..."
"My trades are always executed competently and quickly."
"I have used TradingBlock for over a decade and have had nothing but positive experiences. The people there are very responsive and knowledgeable. Couldn't recommend more."
We Support All Traders
Tailor your trading experience with customizable dashboards, advanced tools, and features that grow with your needs. Trade the way you want with TradingBlock.
Individual Traders
Whether you're new to markets or leveling up your strategy, we offer accounts that fit your style:
- Individual & Joint Accounts
- All IRA Accounts
- Portfolio Margin Accounts
- Entity Account
Professionals
We work closely with financial professionals who need reliability, speed, and customization. We support:
- Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs)
- Asset Managers
- Active Traders
- Fintech
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Options Trading is in Our DNA
We started on the floor of the Chicago Board Options Exchange over 20 years ago. This trading experience taught us what traders actually need—and that insight lives in every feature we build.
Traders Love Our Pricing
Trade stocks and ETFs commission-free. Equity options are just $0.50 per contract. No minimums. No platform fees. Just transparent, low pricing.
* Exchange and regulatory fees still apply. $0 stock & ETF commissions apply to ZERO COMMISSION accounts custodied and cleared at RQD Clearing LLC. Other commission schedules apply to FULL SERVICE accounts custodied and cleared at Apex Clearing Corporation. See our Commissions page for details
1 Commission comparison based on online U.S. equity option trades for retail accounts at published rates as of January 28, 2025, for tastytrade, Schwab (thinkorswim), Fidelity, Interactive Brokers, and E*Trade. For Interactive Brokers, the comparison is based on IBKR Lite pricing available exclusively to U.S. residents. tastytrade’s pricing includes a $0.10 clearing fee passed on to customers. Supporting documentation for any claims, if applicable, is available upon request.
Trade Everything, Everywhere
With desktop and mobile access, TradingBlock lets you trade stocks, ETFs, options, and crypto ETFs from anywhere, anytime.
Learn With Us
TradingBlock’s Learning Hub gives you the tools to grow with every trade. Learn the basic on our blog, watch strategy breakdowns on TradingBlockTV, test trades in a real-time virtual environment, or run scenarios with our options calculators.
SIPC Protection
TradingBlock is a member of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC), which protects securities customers of its members up to $500,000 (including $250,000 for claims for cash).
Your Trading Journey Starts Now
Founded on the Chicago Board Options Exchange trading floor, TradingBlock draws on decades of experience and a responsive, US-based support team to help you trade smarter.
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