What is Introducing Broker (IB)?
Updated October 18, 2026
An introducing broker refers new traders to a broker and earns a share of the trading costs those clients pay.
An IB is basically a forex affiliate. You send people to a broker and earn a rebate on their trades.
It doesn't cost the trader extra in most setups. The broker shares part of its spread or commission.
It's a business model, not a trading strategy. You earn from activity, but you should only recommend brokers you'd use yourself.
Example
Someone signs up with your IB link and trades 10 lots a month. You get a small rebate per lot.
Questions people ask
Do I need to be a trader to be an IB?
No, but you need to know the product well enough to explain it honestly.
Is IB income passive?
It can keep coming while clients trade, but it depends on them staying active.
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