Why Are We Renaming DCA Bot Entities?
To make 3Commas DCA Bots easier to understand, we are updating some key terms to align with widely used trading terminology. Many of our existing terms were unique to 3Commas but did not match industry standards, making it difficult for both new and experienced traders to adapt quickly.
These changes are designed to:
Improve clarity – Names now match terminology used in major exchanges like Binance, Bybit, and OKX.
Reduce the learning curve – Traders familiar with traditional trading terms can navigate 3Commas more easily.
Enhance usability – Users can better understand bot settings and optimize their strategies faster.
The functionality remains exactly the same—only the names are changing.
New Naming Conventions: Before & After
We've provided a side-by-side comparison to help users transition smoothly:
Previous Name | New Name |
Deal | Trade |
Strategy (long/short) | Direction |
Safety order | Averaging order |
Safety order size | Averaging order size |
Deal start condition | Trade start condition |
Open new deal immediately | Open new trade immediately |
Price deviation to open safety orders | Price deviation to open averaging orders |
Max safety orders count | Max. avg. orders per trade |
Safety order step scale | Averaging order step multiplier |
Safety order volume scale | Averaging order size multiplier |
Minimum price to open deal | Minimum price to open trade |
Maximum price to open deal | Maximum price to open trade |
Strategy(pre-made config of bot) | Strategy presets |
Presets (public strategy) | Public presets |
Leverage custom value | Leverage value |
Cooldown between deals | Cooldown between trades |
Deal start delay | Trade start delay |
Closed Deals | Closed trades |
Close deal after timeout | Maximum hold period |
The time after which, deal will be closed automatically | Auto-close trade after |
Open x deals & stop | Maximum trade iterations |
Percentage from total volume (Take profit option) | Percentage from average price |
Autoconvert new Deals to SmartTrade | Autoconvert new DCA trade to SmartTrade |
My Deals (Left Menu) | Active trades |
History (Left menu) | Closed trades |
SO | AO |
FAQs
1. Why did 3Commas change these names?
We listened to user feedback and conducted research comparing terms with major exchanges like Binance, Bybit, and OKX. By using familiar industry terms, we make it easier for traders to transition between 3Commas and other services.
2. Will this affect my current bots or trading strategies?
No. This is only a naming update. All settings, configurations, and performance remain the same.
3. Where can I see these changes?
The new names will appear in the DCA Bot interface, including the bot settings, trading history, notifications, and other relevant areas.
4. What if I prefer the old terms?
We understand that change takes time. That’s why we’ve included this side-by-side comparison to help you transition smoothly. The functionality remains identical, so you can continue using DCA Bots without any disruptions.