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From my experience trading with a variety of brokers, I always pay close attention to platform compatibility and the available trading tools, especially when considering automated strategies like Expert Advisors (EAs). For BPF, my analysis is that their platform offering is centered around their proprietary "Pro Trader" mobile app, which supports both iOS and Android devices. Based on the information available, there is no indication that BPF offers integration with the MetaTrader suite (MT4 or MT5), which are widely recognized for robust EA support. For me, as someone who relies on systematic, algorithmic strategies, this omission raises an important limitation. Automated trading via EAs typically requires not just a compatible platform, but also infrastructure to support scripts, backtesting, and uninterrupted execution. The Pro Trader app developed by BPF appears to focus on manual trading for futures, commodities, and FX pairs, catering specifically to the Indonesian regulated market. Without documentation or features related to EAs or script automation, I have not found evidence that BPF accommodates automated trading in the same way some international brokers do. Personally, I would approach BPF with the expectation that trading is to be conducted manually via their app. While their regulatory status and local market focus provide a degree of security and transparency, anyone whose strategies depend on EAs should proceed cautiously. If automated trading is essential for you, I recommend clarifying this directly with BPF support before opening an account or committing significant capital. For my needs, the lack of EA support is a notable drawback, so I would only consider BPF for discretionary or semi-automated trading approaches.