What is the Options Wheel Strategy? +
The wheel is a repeating options income strategy: sell cash-secured puts on a stock you want to own. If assigned, sell covered calls above your cost basis until the shares are called away — then repeat. PatternTrader AI tracks every phase automatically.
How does the AI analysis work? +
Powered by Claude (Anthropic). Every question automatically receives your recorded portfolio data — positions, cost basis, open trades, P&L, and the rules you configured. It describes and analyses that data. It is not a financial advisor, does not give investment advice, and will not tell you what to trade.
Do I need to connect my broker? +
No — PatternTrader never connects to your broker. You enter your trade data manually, which means you never share broker credentials or private financial data. Works with every broker.
What is the 50% BTC rule? +
BTC = "Buy to Close." Close your short options at 50% profit rather than holding to expiry. PatternTrader AI shows a live profit % decay bar and alerts you the moment a position hits 50%.
Can I track multiple accounts? +
Yes. Starter and Pro plans support unlimited positions across as many accounts as you like — all in one consolidated dashboard with combined P&L and income analytics.
How does the affiliate program work? +
You get a personal referral link and earn 25% recurring commission on every subscriber you refer — every month they stay subscribed. One flat rate, no tiers, no minimum audience. Full details on the
Affiliate Program page.
Is PatternTrader financial advice? +
No. PatternTrader is a self-directed tracking and analysis tool. We are not a registered investment advisor, broker-dealer, or financial planner, and nothing in the app or from the AI is investment, financial, tax or legal advice. No output is a recommendation to buy or sell any security. Options trading involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for every investor. All decisions and outcomes are your own.
Is there a free trial? +
Yes — all paid plans include a 14-day free trial with full feature access. A card is required to start a paid trial, but nothing is charged until day 15 and you can cancel any time before then. The Free plan needs no card at all.