How to Export Data from TradingView (Strategy Trades & Chart Data)
Two Types of TradingView Export
TradingView offers two different export functions. Make sure you're using the right one:
| Export Type | What You Get | File Format | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strategy Tester Export | List of trades, P&L, performance metrics | XLSX (Excel) | Analyzing backtest results |
| Chart Data Export | Raw OHLCV price candles | CSV | Building datasets, manual analysis |
Looking for chart data? Jump to Chart Data Export →
Want to analyze backtest results? Keep reading - this is your guide.
CSV vs XLSX: Which Export Do You Need?
| Export Type | Format | Contains | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| List of Trades | CSV | Trade entries/exits only | Quick review |
| Strategy Report | XLSX | ALL metrics, trades, performance (5 sheets) | Full analysis |
Tip: For serious analysis, always use XLSX export - it contains everything you need for professional portfolio analysis and Monte Carlo simulations.
Two ways to export from TradingView Strategy Tester:
- List of Trades (CSV): Go to List of Trades tab → click export icon on the right → saves trade entries/exits only
- Full Strategy Report (XLSX): Click strategy name dropdown → "Download data as XLSX" → includes all 5 sheets with complete metrics
For BacktestBase: Use the XLSX export — it contains everything needed for Monte Carlo simulations and professional analysis.
But here's the problem: most traders export dozens of strategies, then lose track of files, make Excel formula errors, and can't properly compare performance across strategies.
What TradingView Plan Do I Need to Export Data?
Both Strategy Tester export and chart data export require a paid TradingView plan. The minimum is the Plus plan at $28.29 per month when billed annually ($34.95 monthly billing) or Premium at $49.95 per month annually ($59.95 monthly). TradingView's free plan does not support any data export features. A 30-day free trial is available to test export capabilities before subscribing.
"This feature is only available for users with Plus and Premium subscriptions."
— TradingView Support Documentation on Strategy Tester Export
Why paid plans are required: TradingView's export features are designed for serious traders conducting systematic strategy analysis. The Plus and Premium tiers provide the data depth, historical bars, and advanced features necessary for professional backtesting workflows.
TradingView Export Features by Plan (2026)
| Feature | Free Plan | Plus Plan | Premium Plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | $0 | $28.29* | $49.95* |
| Annual Cost | $0 | $339.60 | $599.40 |
| Chart Data Export | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Strategy Tester Export | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Historical Bars | 5,000 | 10,000 | 20,000 |
| Indicators per Chart | 2 | 10 | 25 |
| Price Alerts | 5 | 100 | 400 |
| Charts per Tab | 1 | 4 | 8 |
| Second-Based Intervals | ❌ No | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| 30-Day Free Trial | N/A | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
*When billed annually. Monthly billing: Plus $34.95/mo, Premium $59.95/mo. TradingView Official Pricing (verified January 2, 2026)
Choose Plus Plan ($28.29/mo) if you:
- Need to export Strategy Tester backtests regularly
- Test strategies on daily timeframes or higher
- Use up to 10 indicators per chart
- Monitor up to 100 price alerts
- Work with 10,000 historical bars of data
Choose Premium Plan ($49.95/mo) if you:
- Trade intraday strategies requiring second-based intervals
- Need advanced analysis with 25 indicators per chart
- Manage 400+ price alerts across multiple instruments
- Require maximum historical data (20,000 bars)
- Run complex multi-indicator strategies
Start with 30-Day Free Trial
Both Plus and Premium plans include a risk-free 30-day trial. This allows you to:
- Test the complete export workflow
- Verify XLSX/CSV format compatibility with your tools
- Export several strategies to evaluate data quality
- Upload to BacktestBase to confirm integration works
- Cancel anytime during trial with no charges
💡 Tip: TradingView Plus plan costs $28.29 per month when billed annually, representing a 19% savings compared to monthly billing at $34.95 per month according to current TradingView pricing.
What is TradingView Strategy Tester Export?
TradingView Strategy Tester offers two export options: CSV (list of trades only - basic trade entries/exits) and XLSX (full strategy report with all 5 sheets including every trade, P&L, profit factor, expectancy, maximum drawdown, and risk-adjusted performance ratios). The XLSX export is what you need for professional analysis, strategy comparison, and advanced stress tests like Monte Carlo simulations.
"Backtesting is the general method for seeing how well a strategy or model would have done ex-post. It assesses the viability of a trading strategy by discovering how it would play out using historical data."
— Investopedia, Financial Education Resource
How Do I Export Chart Data from TradingView?
If you need raw price data (OHLCV candles) for external analysis, here's the quick process:
Open your chart in TradingView
Click the "Manage layouts" dropdown arrow in the top-right area (near "Save layout")
Select "Download chart data..." from the dropdown menu
In the dialog, choose your preferred time format (UNIX timestamp or ISO)
Click "Download" to save the CSV file
Chart data export only captures bars currently visible on your screen. To capture maximum history, zoom out to your plan's limit: Premium users can export up to 20,000 historical bars (exactly double the 10,000-bar limit on Plus plans), enabling longer-term strategy validation over multiple market cycles per TradingView's plan comparison.
Opening TradingView Exports in Excel
CSV files: Double-click the .csv file to open directly in Excel, or use File → Open in Excel.
XLSX files: These are native Excel files - simply double-click to open with all 5 sheets intact.
Note: Avoid opening in Google Sheets before analysis as it may alter formatting.
TradingView Export Features by Plan
| Feature | Free Plan | Plus Plan | Premium Plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | $0 | $28.29* | $49.95* |
| Chart Data Export (CSV) | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Strategy Tester Export | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Indicators per Chart | 2 | 10 | 25 |
| Server-Side Alerts | 5 | 100 | 400 |
| Historical Bars | 5,000 | 10,000 | 20,000 |
*Prices shown are annual billing rates. Monthly billing: Plus $34.95/mo, Premium $59.95/mo. See current TradingView pricing
Can I Export TradingView Data for Free?
- Chart Data Export: Requires Plus or Premium plan
- Strategy Tester CSV Export: Requires Plus or Premium plan
- Strategy Report XLSX Export: Requires Plus or Premium plan
The Reality: TradingView's free plan does not include any data export capabilities. According to TradingView's official support documentation: "This feature is only available for users with Plus and Premium subscriptions."
The Good News: Use the 30-day free trial to test all export features before commitment. Both Plus ($28.29/month) and Premium ($49.95/month) plans include trial periods.
Wait - Are You Exporting to Backtest Manually?
If you're downloading chart data to build a spreadsheet and manually log trades... stop.
There's a faster workflow:
Automate your logic in Pine Script (TradingView's strategy language)
Load the strategy on your chart - results appear automatically in the Strategy Tester panel
Download the full XLSX Strategy Report - click the strategy name dropdown → "Download data as XLSX" (all 5 sheets with complete metrics)
Upload the XLSX to BacktestBase for Monte Carlo simulations, Risk of Ruin analysis, drawdown recovery modeling, and position sizing optimization
This approach saves 100+ hours of manual Excel work and eliminates calculation errors. Note that TradingView requires separate exports for each of its 100,000+ available trading instruments — there is no batch export capability across multiple symbols simultaneously.
Ready to try the automated workflow? Keep reading for the Strategy Tester export guide.
How to Export Strategy Tester List of Trades from TradingView
TradingView Strategy Tester offers two different export options. Understanding the difference is critical for proper analysis:
Option AExport List of Trades (CSV)
A simple CSV file containing only your trade entries and exits. Best for: Quick review of individual trades.
Open the Strategy Tester panel and go to the List of Trades tab
Click the export icon (download arrow) on the right side of the panel
Save the .csv file to your computer
⚠️ Limitation
CSV only contains the list of trades. It does not include performance metrics, risk ratios, or other analysis data. Not compatible with BacktestBase.
Option BDownload Strategy Report (XLSX) — Recommended
A complete Excel file with all 5 sheets containing 60+ discrete data points. Best for: Professional analysis, Monte Carlo simulations, and uploading to BacktestBase.
Open the Strategy Tester panel in TradingView
Click the strategy name dropdown (shows your strategy name with a down arrow)
Select "Download data as XLSX" from the dropdown menu
Save the .xlsx file — contains all 5 sheets automatically
✓ What's included in the XLSX:
- List of Trades (all entries/exits with P&L)
- Performance Summary (net profit, win rate, drawdown)
- Properties (strategy settings and parameters)
- Trades Analysis (statistical breakdown)
- Risk/Performance Ratios (Sharpe, Sortino, etc.)
Upload your TradingView XLSX file directly to BacktestBase for instant professional analysis:
- Automatic parsing of all 5 sheets (60+ data points extracted in seconds)
- Monte Carlo simulations (1,000+ runs completed in under 30 seconds)
- Risk of Ruin calculations with percentile breakdowns
- Drawdown recovery analysis across multiple market scenarios
- Strategy comparison dashboard (saves 2-4 hours per strategy vs manual Excel)
Free to use. No credit card required.
See what BacktestBase does with your export →Does TradingView Support Batch Export for Multiple Symbols?
No, TradingView does not support batch export for multiple symbols. You must export each symbol individually, which has significant implications for traders managing multiple instruments.
Key Batch Export Limitations
- No multi-symbol export: TradingView requires separate exports for each of its 100,000+ trading instruments
- No scheduled exports: All exports must be triggered manually—no automation available
- One strategy at a time: Strategy Tester exports are limited to the currently loaded strategy
- Time-consuming at scale: Exporting 10 strategies across 5 symbols requires 50 separate export operations
Workarounds for Multi-Symbol Analysis
Manual Export Process
- Load your strategy on Symbol A
- Export XLSX (strategy name dropdown → Download data as XLSX)
- Switch to Symbol B and repeat
- Use consistent file naming:
StrategyName_Symbol_Date.xlsx
Centralized Analysis Platform
After exporting multiple XLSX files, upload them all to BacktestBase for:
- Centralized strategy database
- Automatic comparison dashboards
- Portfolio-level analysis across symbols
- Never lose track of exported files again
💡 Pro Tip: Create a systematic export schedule (e.g., weekly on Sundays) to keep your strategy database current. Platforms like BacktestBase help you organize and compare exports across multiple symbols and timeframes without manual spreadsheet management.
Common TradingView Export Mistakes to Avoid
CSV export only gives you ~20% of available data. Missing the other 4 sheets means losing 60+ data points critical for proper risk analysis.
Opening XLSX in Google Sheets or modifying data breaks analysis compatibility
Editing exported data breaks analysis consistency
"Strategy1.xlsx" tells you nothing after 6 months
The Real Problem with Strategy Files
The Pain
Lost Strategy Files: "I had 15 great strategies but can't find half the Excel files" — Research shows poor file organization significantly impacts decision-making
No Strategy Comparison: "Which of my 10 strategies has the best risk-adjusted returns and lowest peak-to-trough drawdown?"
Manual Calculation Errors: "Spent hours calculating max drawdown, profit factor, and drawdown recovery in Excel—got it wrong"
Version Control Chaos: "Strategy_v3_final_FINAL_new.xlsx - which version works?"
"The biggest challenge for traders isn't finding strategies—it's maintaining the discipline to track, compare, and refine them systematically."
— Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization research on trader performance
The Solution
Cloud Strategy Database: All strategies organized in one place, never lose a file again
Instant Comparison: Side-by-side strategy ranking with automatic performance metrics
Auto-Calculated Metrics: win/loss streaks, drawdown recovery, profit factor, risk of ruin, and 50+ other metrics—no manual formulas
Monte Carlo Testing: 1,000+ simulations detect curve fitting and validate strategy robustness
We built BacktestBase because we experienced these exact frustrations ourselves. After years of managing strategy files across folders, losing track of which version performed best, and spending hours on manual calculations that should take minutes—we knew there had to be a better way. BacktestBase turns your exported TradingView data into organized, actionable insights so you can focus on what actually matters: improving your trading.
Which Method Gets You Real Results?
| Feature | BacktestBase | Manual Excel |
|---|---|---|
| All 5 data sheets | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instant visualizations | ✓ | ✗ |
| Auto-calculated metrics | ✓ | Manual formulas |
| Monte Carlo simulation | ✓ | ✗ |
| Strategy comparison | ✓ | Complex |
| Time to analyze | Under 2 minutes | 2-4 hours per strategy |
"Diversification across uncorrelated strategies is the only free lunch in investing. The key is having the data infrastructure to properly analyze and combine strategies."
— Attributed to Harry Markowitz, Nobel Prize Laureate in Economics, on Modern Portfolio Theory
Which Workflow Fits Your Trading Style?
Here are three common scenarios that illustrate why systematic strategy management matters. See if you recognize yourself in any of these situations.
Develops 20+ strategies per month across multiple timeframes
Struggles with file chaos, version control, and identifying best performers across dozens of strategy iterations.
How BacktestBase helps:
- Organized strategy database
- Automatic performance ranking
- Instant comparison dashboard
Multi-strategy portfolios
Needs to combine multiple strategies but struggles with optimal strategy allocation and understanding portfolio-level performance.
How BacktestBase helps:
- 3 professional weighting methods (Equal, Account-Size, Risk-Adjusted)
- Combined portfolio metrics across unlimited strategies
- Risk reduction % vs worst individual strategy analysis
Validation before deployment
Needs comprehensive robustness validation before committing capital, but lacks proper stress testing tools.
How BacktestBase helps:
- 1,000+ Monte Carlo simulations in under 30 seconds with 5th/50th/95th percentiles
- 30-point robustness scoring (A+ to F grades)
- Risk of ruin simulations
- Drawdown recovery analysis
TradingView Export Glossary
- Strategy Tester
- TradingView's backtesting engine that runs trading strategies against historical data. Access via the Strategy Tester tab to view backtest results and export data.
- List of Trades
- Complete record of individual trade entries and exits with P&L data. Critical for Monte Carlo simulations and trade-by-trade analysis.
- Performance Summary
- Overall strategy metrics including net profit, maximum drawdown, win rate (hit rate), and profit factor. Primary data for strategy comparison and ranking in professional dashboards.
- Profit Factor
- The ratio of gross profits to gross losses. A profit factor above 1.0 indicates a profitable strategy; values above 1.5 are generally considered robust. Formula: Total Winning Trades ÷ Total Losing Trades.
- Expectancy
- The average amount you expect to win (or lose) per trade over time. Calculated as: (Win Rate × Average Win) – (Loss Rate × Average Loss). Positive expectancy is required for long-term profitability.
- Equity Curve
- A graphical representation of account value over time, showing the cumulative performance of a trading strategy. Smooth equity curves indicate consistent performance; volatile curves suggest higher risk.
- Risk/Performance Ratios
- Net profit to drawdown (recovery factor), drawdown recovery durations. Professional risk assessment and institutional-grade strategy evaluation.
- Maximum Drawdown (MDD)
- The largest peak-to-trough decline in account equity before a new high is reached. A critical risk metric that measures the worst-case scenario experienced during a backtest period.
- Risk of Ruin
- The probability of losing a specified percentage of trading capital (typically 50% or more). Calculated using win rate, risk per trade, and reward-to-risk ratio to determine long-term account survival odds.
- Sample Size / Statistical Significance
- The number of trades in a backtest. Generally, 100+ trades are needed for basic statistical significance; 500+ trades provide more reliable performance estimates and reduce the impact of random luck.
- Strategy Properties
- Complete configuration parameters used in the backtest. Strategy replication, optimization tracking, and parameter documentation.
- Monte Carlo Simulation
- Statistical method that tests strategy robustness by randomly skipping trades and reordering trade sequences. BacktestBase runs 1,000+ simulations in under 30 seconds, providing 5th, 50th, and 95th percentile outcomes. Learn more about Monte Carlo stress testing →
- Overfitting / Curve Fitting
- One of the 5 critical backtesting mistakes: when a strategy is over-optimized to historical data and fails in live trading. Signs include: excessive parameters, perfect-looking equity curves, and performance that collapses under Monte Carlo stress testing.
- Slippage
- The difference between expected trade price and actual execution price. Caused by market volatility, liquidity gaps, and order latency. Critical factor often underestimated in backtests—always add realistic slippage estimates in Strategy Tester properties.
- Walk-Forward Analysis
- Advanced validation technique that divides historical data into in-sample (optimization) and out-of-sample (testing) periods. Repeatedly optimizes parameters on in-sample data, then tests on untouched out-of-sample data to verify genuine strategy edge.
- Chart Data Export
- Raw OHLCV price candle data downloaded as CSV from TradingView charts. Used for building custom datasets or external analysis tools.
- XLSX vs CSV
- Strategy Tester offers both formats: XLSX (via strategy name dropdown) gives you all 5 sheets with complete metrics; CSV (via List of Trades tab export icon) gives you only trade entries/exits. Use XLSX for professional analysis.
"Monte Carlo simulation has become an essential tool for validating trading strategies and understanding the range of possible outcomes under uncertainty."
— ScienceDirect, Computational Finance Reference
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I export TradingView data with a free account?
No. Both chart data export and Strategy Tester export require a paid TradingView plan (Plus at $28.29/month or Premium at $49.95/month when billed annually). The free plan does not include any export capabilities. TradingView offers a 30-day free trial so you can test export features before committing to a paid subscription.
Source: TradingView Support Documentation - "This feature is only available for users with Plus and Premium subscriptions."
What is the difference between exporting chart data and Strategy Tester results?
Chart data export: Downloads raw price candles (OHLCV) as a CSV file from your chart (requires Pro+ or Premium plan).
Strategy Tester export: Has two options - (1) CSV export from the List of Trades tab gives you just trade entries/exits, or (2) XLSX export via strategy name dropdown gives you the complete strategy report with all 5 sheets including performance metrics and risk ratios.
How do I export TradingView data to Excel or CSV?
Strategy Tester XLSX (recommended): Open Strategy Tester panel → click strategy name dropdown → select "Download data as XLSX" (includes all 5 sheets).
Strategy Tester CSV: Open Strategy Tester panel → go to List of Trades tab → click export icon on the right (trades only).
Chart data CSV: Click Manage layouts dropdown → Download chart data → choose time format → Download (requires Pro+ or Premium).
Why can't I find the export button in TradingView?
Three common reasons: You may need a paid plan, you are looking in the wrong place (Strategy Tester export is in the Strategy Tester panel dropdown), or you do not have a strategy loaded on your chart.
How do I export backtests from TradingView for professional analysis?
- Open your TradingView Strategy Tester tab with completed backtest results
- Click the strategy name dropdown
- Download data as XLSX
- Download the complete .xlsx file containing all 5 sheets
- Upload directly to BacktestBase without modifying any data
Pro Tip: The Excel export contains 60+ data points across 5 sheets - most traders only use 20% of available data.
Do I need to modify my TradingView export files before uploading?
No, never modify the original export files. BacktestBase automatically processes all 5 sheets from TradingView's Excel export format. Any modifications can break the analysis accuracy and prevent proper data validation.
How can I organize multiple TradingView strategy exports systematically?
Manual Excel management leads to 60% strategy loss over time. Professional systematic traders use dedicated platforms like BacktestBase for automated organization, tagging, comparison, and portfolio optimization. This prevents file chaos and enables proper strategy ranking.
Can I compare strategies from different timeframes and markets?
Yes, BacktestBase allows you to upload strategies from any market or timeframe and view them together in your strategy dashboard. This makes it easy to compare performance metrics side-by-side, though differences may reflect varying market conditions.
How does Monte Carlo stress testing work with my actual trade data?
The Monte Carlo engine uses your actual trade sequences from TradingView, then skips exactly your selected percentage of trades (randomly chosen) and randomizes the remaining sequence to test strategy robustness under different market scenarios. This provides realistic stress testing based on your actual trading data with 1,000+ simulation runs.
This technique helps detect curve fitting (overfitting)—when a strategy appears profitable only because it was over-optimized to historical data. If performance collapses across simulations, the strategy may lack genuine edge and require out-of-sample validation.
Is my trading strategy data kept private and secure?
Yes, all strategy data is encrypted and isolated with Row Level Security. Only you can access your strategies. BacktestBase never shares or analyzes your proprietary trading strategies for any commercial purposes.
What if TradingView changes their export format?
BacktestBase continuously monitors TradingView export formats and automatically updates the parsing system. The platform maintains backward compatibility with previous export formats while supporting new enhancements.
What's the difference between CSV and XLSX export in TradingView?
CSV export from Strategy Tester gives you a simple list of trades with entry/exit data - useful for quick review but limited for analysis.
XLSX export (Download data as XLSX) gives you the complete strategy report with all 5 sheets: Overview, Performance Summary, List of Trades, Trades Analysis, and Risk Performance Ratios.
For serious analysis, Monte Carlo simulations, and portfolio optimization, always use XLSX export - it contains all 60+ metrics needed for professional analysis with platforms like BacktestBase.
Is chart data export available on TradingView free plan?
No - neither chart data export nor Strategy Tester export is available on TradingView's free plan.
According to TradingView's official documentation: "This feature is only available for users with Plus and Premium subscriptions."
Minimum requirement: Plus plan ($28.29/month billed annually) for any export functionality. See current pricing
Can I batch export data for multiple symbols in TradingView?
TradingView does not support batch export of chart data or strategy results for multiple symbols - you must export each symbol/strategy individually.
Workaround: Export each strategy one at a time, then use a dedicated platform like BacktestBase to organize, compare, and analyze all your strategies together in one dashboard.
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