Paradex API Trading Guide for AI Agents

Why Paradex for AI Agents

• No KYC — wallet connect only
• Native MCP for Claude
• ZK-proof settlement
• Options + perpetuals on-chain
• Lowest fees of major perps venues

Option 1: MCP (Easiest)

git clone https://github.com/tradeparadex/paradex-agent-kit
npm install && npm run build
claude mcp add paradex

Then ask Claude to show markets, place orders, check positions.

Option 2: Python SDK

pip install paradex-py
from paradex_py import Paradex
from paradex_py.common.order import OrderSide, OrderType

client = Paradex(env="prod", l1_address="0x...", l1_private_key="0x...")
order = client.api.create_order(
    market="BTC-USD-PERP",
    order_type=OrderType.Market,
    order_side=OrderSide.Buy,
    size=0.01
)