# DarkBot > DarkBot is an advanced platform for automated cryptocurrency trading that uses AI and machine learning to optimize profits, minimize risk, and simplify portfolio management. Traders connect their exchange accounts via secure API keys and run trading bots, signals, backtesting, paper trading, and portfolio management across multiple exchanges. Orders route directly to the exchange, and the platform emphasizes enterprise-grade security (API key encryption, two-factor authentication), serving both newcomers and experienced traders who want reliable, data-driven automation. ## Getting started - [Launch the DarkBot app](https://app.darkbot.io/): Sign up, log in, and start configuring automated trading. - [How to connect](https://darkbot.io/how-to-connect): Step-by-step guide to connecting an exchange account and going live in minutes. - [Concept](https://darkbot.io/concept): How DarkBot combines AI, machine learning, and automation to create trading opportunities. ## Core platform - [Home](https://darkbot.io/): Overview of DarkBot, how automated crypto trading works, and the platform's main features. - [Trading bots](https://darkbot.io/bots): Automated trading bots, risk management, and portfolio rebalancing strategies. - [Machine learning](https://darkbot.io/machine-learning): How DarkBot applies machine learning for scalable, fast, data-driven trading decisions. - [Signals](https://darkbot.io/signals): Trading signals that surface market trends and real-time analysis for informed decisions. - [Backtesting](https://darkbot.io/backtesting): Risk-free testing of trading strategies against historical market data before going live. - [Paper trading](https://darkbot.io/paper-trading): Practice and familiarize yourself with crypto trading using simulated funds. - [Portfolio management](https://darkbot.io/portfolio-management): Customizable configuration for managing, monitoring, and rebalancing a crypto portfolio. - [Security](https://darkbot.io/security): Loss-protection and security features — direct order routing, API key encryption, two-factor authentication, and secure data storage. ## Markets and integration - [API and market data](https://darkbot.io/api-and-market): Secure API integration with top exchanges and access to real-time market data. - [Exchanges](https://darkbot.io/exchanges): Supported cryptocurrency exchanges that can be connected to DarkBot. - [Cryptocurrency converter](https://darkbot.io/cryptocurrency-converter): Live cryptocurrency price conversions updated in near real time. ## Pricing and programs - [Pricing](https://darkbot.io/pricing): Free, standard, and premium subscription plans with a side-by-side feature comparison. - [Referral program](https://darkbot.io/referral-program): Earn rewards for referring new users to DarkBot. ## Learn - [Blog](https://darkbot.io/blog): Expert trading advice, strategy guides, and insights on AI and machine learning in crypto. - [About us](https://darkbot.io/about-us): DarkBot's mission to democratize cryptocurrency trading and the team behind it. ## Company - [Careers](https://darkbot.io/careers): Open roles in AI, blockchain, and fintech at DarkBot. - [Contact us](https://darkbot.io/contact-us): How to reach DarkBot's support team for help and technical assistance. ## Optional - [Privacy policy](https://darkbot.io/privacy-policy): How DarkBot collects, uses, and protects user data and trading information. - [Terms of use](https://darkbot.io/terms-of-use): Rules, responsibilities, and guidelines for using the DarkBot platform. - [Sitemap](https://darkbot.io/sitemap.xml): Machine-readable index of all crawlable DarkBot URLs.