Pivot Point Calculator
Calculate classic pivot points, support, and resistance levels from previous period's OHLC data.
Previous Period Data
Pivot Levels
How to Use Pivot Points
- Use previous day/week/month OHLC data for the timeframe you trade.
- Pivot Point (PP) is the key level – price above PP is bullish, below is bearish.
- S1/R1 – First support/resistance; most commonly tested levels.
- S2/R2, S3/R3 – Extended levels for stronger moves.
What is a Pivot Point Calculator?
A pivot point calculator generates key support and resistance levels based on the previous day's high, low, and close prices. Pivot points are one of the oldest and most reliable technical analysis tools, widely used by floor traders and institutions.
The central pivot point (PP) acts as the primary support/resistance level. Price above PP suggests bullish bias; below PP suggests bearish. Multiple calculation methods (Classic, Fibonacci, Camarilla, Woodie) offer different perspectives.
Key Features
- 4 calculation methods (Classic, Fibonacci, Camarilla, Woodie)
- 3 resistance levels (R1, R2, R3)
- 3 support levels (S1, S2, S3)
- Central pivot point calculation
- Previous day OHLC input
- Precision decimal formatting
Frequently Asked Questions
Classic uses standard formula (H+L+C)/3. Fibonacci incorporates golden ratio levels. Camarilla creates tighter intraday levels. Woodie gives more weight to the close price. Most traders start with Classic.
Buy near support levels (S1, S2, S3) with stops below. Sell near resistance levels (R1, R2, R3) with stops above. The central pivot is key—trade in the direction of the pivot (long above, short below).
Use daily pivots for intraday trading, weekly for swing trades, and monthly for position trading. Many traders combine multiple timeframes—monthly pivots for direction, daily for entries.
They're objective (calculated from price data), predictive (identified before the session), and widely watched. Because many traders use them, pivots often become self-fulfilling support/resistance levels.