Environments
Description of the Zodia Markets environments available
Environments
Section titled “Environments”Zodia Markets operates multiple legal entities to serve clients in different jurisdictions. Your assigned entity determines which API environment you’ll use.
Understanding Entities
Section titled “Understanding Entities”Zodia Markets operates the following entities that support API execution:
| Entity Code | Full Name |
|---|---|
| UK | Zodia Markets (UK) Limited |
| AME | Zodia Markets (AME) Limited |
Your entity assignment is based on:
- Your company’s jurisdiction of incorporation
- Regulatory requirements
- Service agreements with Zodia Markets
Sandbox Environment
Section titled “Sandbox Environment”The sandbox environment provides a production-like testing environment where you can safely develop and test your integration. The availability of the sandbox environment is at the discretion of Zodia Markets.
Before starting development, request a sandbox account by contacting your relationship manager or emailing [email protected]. Provide:
- Your company name
- Primary contact information
- Intended use case
- Expected integration timeline
Sandbox Base URLs
Section titled “Sandbox Base URLs”REST API:
- UK Entity: `https://trade-uk.sandbox.zodiamarkets.com
- AME Entity: `https://trade-ame.sandbox.zodiamarkets.com
WebSocket API:
- UK Entity:
wss://trade-uk.sandbox.zodiamarkets.com - AME Entity:
wss://trade-ame.sandbox.zodiamarkets.com
Important Considerations
Section titled “Important Considerations”Production Environment
Section titled “Production Environment”Once your production account is approved and activated, you’ll receive separate production credentials to access live trading.
Contact your Relationship Manager to begin the production onboarding process.
Production Base URLs
Section titled “Production Base URLs”REST API:
- UK Entity:
https://trade-uk.zodiamarkets.com - AME Entity:
https://trade-ame.zodiamarkets.com
WebSocket API:
- UK Entity:
wss://trade-uk.zodiamarkets.com - AME Entity:
wss://trade-ame.zodiamarkets.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Section titled “Frequently Asked Questions”Q: Can I use the same API credentials in sandbox and production?
A: No. Sandbox and production use separate credentials for security. Never use production credentials in sandbox or vice versa.
Q: How long does sandbox account provisioning take?
A: Typically 1-2 business days after requesting access.
Q: Will my sandbox data persist?
A: Sandbox data may be reset periodically.
Q: What’s the difference between UK and AME entities?
A: Entity assignment is based on your jurisdiction and regulatory requirements. Your Relationship Manager will confirm which entity serves your organization.
Q: Can I test with real money in sandbox?
A: No. Sandbox uses only simulated funds. All testing with real funds must occur in production.
Q: How do I know if my sandbox testing is complete?
A: Your Relationship Manager will help assess readiness for production.