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Plxtra Trading Platform

Plxtra is a comprehensive, open source trading platform designed specifically for retail-focused exchanges and brokerage operations. Built with a modern architecture and engineered for scalability and reliability, Plxtra delivers a full-featured solution tailored for the fast-paced world of retail trading.

- Install it on your local computer to try it out.

  • Full-stack platform: C# back-end, TypeScript front-end
  • Includes all core trading components:
    • Matching engine
    • Order and session management
    • Market data
    • Registry and vetting systems
  • Supports web, mobile, and Excel-based clients
  • Extensible with comprehensive APIs
  • Proven in production environments
  • Easy deployment via Docker
  • Commercial support and development services available

Plxtra offers a powerful alternative to traditional closed-source trading platforms. Originally developed by Paritech/Motif Markets for brokers and exchanges in Australia, New Zealand, and Malaysia, it was open sourced in 2025 to foster innovation and accessibility.

  • Lower costs for startups and smaller organizations
  • Shared development effort across the community
  • Customizability to meet specific business or regulatory needs
  • Faster innovation and market responsiveness
  • Reduced vendor lock-in
  • API support via community

As regulatory demands grow and profit margins shrink, open source solutions like Plxtra provide a sustainable path forward for exchanges and brokers.

To deploy Plxtra effectively, you’ll need to integrate it with your internal systems such as:

You may also need to develop or configure:

Commercial support and development services are recommended for production environments and are available from various providers.