Some security software flags compiled desktop apps that connect to external services like Telegram. This is a standard false positive.
Why it happens: TradeLink accesses the network (Telegram), reads/writes files (MetaTrader signals), and registers for auto-start. Normal for a trading tool, but matches generic heuristic patterns.
What to do: Add TradeLink.exe to your antivirus trusted list. On Windows Defender: Settings > Virus > Exclusions > add the TradeLink folder.
Windows: %LOCALAPPDATA%\TradeLink\config.json
macOS: ~/Library/Application Support/TradeLink/config.json
This file contains your settings, channels, and preferences. Back it up before updating. API keys and Telegram session are stored separately in your system keyring (encrypted).