What is the Volatility 75 Index?
The Volatility 75 Index is a synthetic index — meaning it is not tied to any real stock market, currency pair, or commodity. It is a computer-generated price series designed to simulate market conditions with 75% volatility. "75% volatility" means the price moves roughly 75% of the time with large, unpredictable swings.
Unlike forex pairs (which close on weekends) or gold (which has trading hours), the V75 never closes. It trades 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including public holidays. This makes it popular with traders who want to trade outside normal market hours — including early mornings and evenings that suit East Africa Time (EAT).
The V75 is not a real VIX (the CBOE Volatility Index). Despite sometimes being called "VIX 75," it has no direct connection to the US stock market's fear index. It is a proprietary index created and maintained by Deriv's trading engine. Exness licences access to it.
V75 vs V75 1s — what is the difference?
When you search for V75 on Exness or MT5, you will find two versions:
| Index | Tick frequency | Price movement | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility 75 Index | Every 2 seconds | Moderate swings | Swing traders, longer timeframes |
| Volatility 75 (1s) Index | Every 1 second | Faster, more frequent moves | Scalpers, very short timeframes |
Beginners should start with the standard Volatility 75 Index. The 1s version moves faster and is harder to manage with small accounts.
Is the Volatility 75 Index on Exness?
Yes — Exness offers the Volatility 75 Index. You can trade it via MetaTrader 5 (MT5) or the Exness web terminal. It is not available on MetaTrader 4 (MT4).
Exness does not charge a commission on V75 trades. They earn from the spread — the difference between the buy and sell price. On a Standard account, the spread on V75 is typically 0.2–0.5 points.
How to Find the Volatility 75 Index on Exness MT5
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Open MT5 and log into your Exness account
If you haven't downloaded MT5 yet, see our Exness download guide. -
Right-click on the Market Watch panel → Show All
The Market Watch panel is on the left side of MT5. Right-clicking it shows a list of options. Select "Show All" to display every available instrument. -
Use Ctrl+U to open the Symbols list
Press Ctrl+U on your keyboard. A search box appears. Type "Volatility 75" or "V75" and the index will appear in the results. -
Double-click to add it to your watchlist
Once you see "Volatility 75 Index" in the search results, double-click it. It will appear in your Market Watch panel and you can open a chart. -
Right-click the instrument → New Order
Set your lot size and click Buy or Sell to open a trade.
Can You View V75 on TradingView?
The Volatility 75 Index is not officially listed on TradingView as an Exness instrument. However, you can view the V75 chart on TradingView using Deriv's data feed:
- Go to TradingView.com
- In the ticker search box, type VOLATILITYINDEX
- Look for results from "Deriv" as the data provider
- Select "Volatility Index" (75%)
This shows you the V75 chart for analysis. You then execute your trades on Exness MT5, not on TradingView. TradingView is used only for charting and analysis in this workflow.
Which Broker Has the Volatility 75 Index?
| Broker | V75 available? | MTN deposit? | Min deposit | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exness ⭐ | ✅ Yes (MT5) | ✅ Yes | $10 | Best for Uganda |
| Deriv | ✅ Yes (created V75) | ⚠️ Limited | $5 | Harder deposits |
| HFM | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | $50 | Harder to fund |
| XM | ❌ No | ❌ No | $5 | No V75 |
| OctaFX | ❌ No | ❌ No | $25 | No V75 |
For Ugandan traders, Exness is the clear choice. MTN Mobile Money deposits are instant, withdrawals typically arrive within minutes, and the minimum deposit of $10 (approximately UGX 37,000) is genuinely accessible. Deriv technically created the Volatility indices, but their mobile money integration in Uganda is inconsistent. If you want to trade V75, fund it, and withdraw profits without friction, use Exness.
Volatility 75 Index: Lot Sizes Explained
The minimum lot size for V75 on Exness is 0.001 lots — this is the smallest trade you can make. Here is what different lot sizes mean in practical terms:
| Lot size | Value per point | Approx. risk on 10-point move | Account size needed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.001 (micro) | ~$0.01 | ~$0.10 | $10+ |
| 0.01 (mini) | ~$0.10 | ~$1.00 | $50+ |
| 0.1 ⭐ recommended | ~$1.00 | ~$10.00 | $200+ |
| 1.0 (standard) | ~$10.00 | ~$100.00 | $2,000+ |
Start with 0.001 or 0.01 lots when learning. The V75 can move 100–500 points in seconds during high volatility periods. Never trade a lot size that could wipe your account on a single move.
Basic V75 Trading Strategy for Beginners
V75 is a trending market — it moves in strong trends rather than ranging sideways for long periods. This makes trend-following strategies more effective than counter-trend approaches.
Simple approach: London session trend-following
The V75 tends to show cleaner trends during active forex trading hours, particularly the London session (11:00 AM – 7:00 PM EAT). Here is a basic framework:
- Use the 5-minute or 15-minute chart on MT5
- Add the 20-period EMA (Exponential Moving Average) to your chart — this is your trend filter
- Only buy when price is above the 20 EMA — enter on a pullback to the EMA
- Only sell when price is below the 20 EMA — enter on a bounce to the EMA
- Set your Stop Loss 20–30 points below entry (buying) or above entry (selling)
- Set your Take Profit at 2x your Stop Loss distance (minimum)
This is not a guaranteed strategy. V75 can spike violently and stop out trades even with proper risk management. Never risk more than 1–2% of your account per trade.
What moves the Volatility 75 Index?
Nothing moves it — that is the point. Because V75 is a synthetic index generated by a computer algorithm, it does not respond to news events, economic data releases, or real-world events. It follows a mathematical model of 75% volatility. This is both an advantage (no surprise news spikes) and a limitation (no fundamental analysis applies).
Does NFP Affect the Volatility 75 Index?
No. Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) and other major economic news events do not affect the V75 directly. It is a synthetic index immune to real-world news. However, very experienced traders sometimes notice that the algorithm's parameters are occasionally adjusted by Deriv during major global market events, which can cause unusual V75 behaviour. This is rare and unpredictable.
V75 Scam Warning — Free Signals and "Sure" Trades
WhatsApp and Telegram groups offering "100% accurate V75 signals" or "sure trades" for a fee are almost universally scams. No one can predict a computer-generated price with certainty — not even Deriv engineers. If someone is selling V75 signals, asking for your Exness login details, or offering to "manage your account" and grow it for you, walk away. The only way to make money from V75 is to learn to trade it yourself. Use a demo account first — it costs nothing.
Start with a Free Exness Demo Account
Practice V75 trading on a demo account with virtual funds before risking real money. No deposit required to start.
Open Exness Account →Trading synthetic indices involves significant risk. Only trade with funds you can afford to lose.
Frequently Asked Questions
On TradingView, it is listed as "Volatility Index" under the Deriv data provider. Search for VOLATILITYINDEX in the ticker search. Note it may also appear as "Vol 75 Index" in some searches. Remember, TradingView only shows the chart — you execute trades on Exness MT5.
Yes. The Volatility 75 Index is available 24/7 including Saturday and Sunday. This is one of its main advantages over forex pairs and gold, which are closed over weekends. On Exness, V75 is available every day of the year.
On Exness MT5, search for "Volatility 75 Index" — the symbol varies by server but is usually listed exactly as "Volatility 75 Index" or "Vol75Index" in the instrument list. For the 1s variant, look for "Volatility 75 (1s) Index."
You can open an Exness account with as little as $10 via MTN Mobile Money (approximately UGX 37,000). At 0.001 lots, the minimum trade size, each point move is worth about $0.01 — so $10 gives you substantial cushion for learning. For more serious trading, aim for $100–$200 minimum to allow proper risk management at 0.01–0.1 lot sizes.
This is a question of Islamic finance that scholars differ on. Exness offers Islamic (swap-free) accounts that remove overnight interest charges, which is a key requirement for halal trading. However, whether synthetic index trading itself is permissible is a matter for a qualified Islamic scholar — we don't give religious rulings. See our Is Forex Trading Halal guide for a fuller discussion.
It is also called: V75, VIX 75, Volatility Index 75, Vol 75, and "the bomb" in some East African trader communities. Officially, Deriv (which created it) calls it the "Volatility 75 Index." On Exness it appears as "Volatility 75 Index."