CFDs are not available in the USA due to local regulation and regulated brokers do not accept US citizens or US residents as clients.
Based on popularity and expanded functions, we would suggest that MetaTrader 4 (MT4) is a better platform than ActTrader. While ActTrader was founded in 2000, MetaTrader 4 is the worlds most popular trading platform, with over 14 million users worldwide as of 2014.
Can I use MetaTrader 4 (MT4) without a broker?
Retry logging into your MT4 account, it's possible you made a typo on your account number (username) or password.
Is Pepperstone safe?
What is the minimum deposit on XM?
How do I deposit money into Pepperstone?
Does Pepperstone allow hedging?
Is Pepperstone a scammer?