Common comparison error
Matching appearance between Demo account and live mode does not establish identical assets, expiries, quotes, errors, or Demo balance reset.
A practice environment using virtual funds. It can test workflow but cannot prove live execution or withdrawal quality.

Matching appearance between Demo account and live mode does not establish identical assets, expiries, quotes, errors, or Demo balance reset.
A demo account tests interface and record quality with simulated funds. It may differ from a funded account in assets, payout, order acceptance, slippage, limits, execution priority, promotions, KYC, payments, and withdrawal behavior.
Create a parity matrix for web and mobile: product list, asset schedule, payout, strike or barrier controls, expiry, confirmation, rejection, settlement history, reconnect behavior, and downloadable evidence. Mark every live-only field as untested.
Use demo results to find workflow problems and misunderstood rules. A demo win rate does not establish a live edge, execution quality, counterparty safety, or withdrawal reliability.
Read Demo account together with Demo-market realism, Demo balance reset, Demo/live mode indicator. The comparison must preserve the exact rule, value, state, and evidence described below.
After reconnect, Demo account retains an order but live mode reports a rejection. Both states and Demo market realism demonstrate the limit of practice evidence. The result is classified under Demo account because virtual funds can test navigation and contract setup but never prove live execution or withdrawal delivery.
Use the source that governs the exact contract, account, entity, or platform state. A general definition cannot replace current broker terms.