Violation Detection Process

We utilize three different scanning methods to ensure compliance with our trading rules:

Even if the system does not automatically mark an account as "Failed" immediately after a violation, accounts will still be reviewed at later stages.

If a violation is detected at any point, the account will be subject to termination.

4% | Current equity or balance must not reach -4% of the challenge account size relative to starting day's balance

Example:

At any point within that day, the current equity or balance must not drop to $101,000.

5% | Current equity or balance must not reach -5% of the challenge account size relative to the highest recorded account balance.
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This trails higher as the account balance increases.

Example:

At any point during the evaluation, the current equity or balance must not drop to $101,000.

For both Challenge and Funded accounts:

Consistency is key to trading success, as regular participation and discipline help traders develop strong strategies and long-term profitability. By ensuring that only active traders maintain access, we can effectively allocate resources to those who are fully engaged in managing their accounts, creating a fair and competitive trading environment.

What are Unrealistic Trading Practices?

Unrealistic trading practices refer to strategies or behaviors that are not indicative of genuine market analysis or sustainable trading. These include trades with extremely short holding times, which do not reflect realistic market conditions.

Volume-Weighted Average Holding Time (VWHT) Requirement:

To promote realistic trading behavior, all trades must meet a minimum VWHT threshold.

High-Frequency Trading (HFT): Not allowed due to the challenges in replicating such strategies in live market conditions. This includes trades lasting 15 seconds or less, which are unsustainable due to latency limitations between funded traders' accounts and our master account.

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At FundingTraders, we are committed to promoting responsible and fair trading practices that align with industry standards and protect both the platform and our community of traders. To maintain this standard, certain strategies that pose excessive risk or have the potential to manipulate market activity are not allowed. One such strategy is Grid Trading.

Grid trading is a strategy where traders place multiple buy and sell orders at various price levels above and below the current market price. The intention is to profit from price movements within a set range, capturing gains as the market fluctuates between these levels.

For example, a trader might place buy orders at $100, $105, and $110, and sell orders at $115, $120, and $125. As the market moves up and down within this range, each executed trade can yield a small profit. However, if the market moves sharply in one direction, such as dropping below $100, all the buy orders may be triggered, resulting in significant cumulative losses.

Grid trading is not allowed for the following reasons:

Not Allowed | To ensure a safe, transparent, and fair trading environment for all our users, Grid Trading is strictly prohibited. Traders found using this strategy may face consequences, including potential disqualification from their funded accounts. We encourage all traders to adopt strategies that align with our core principles of disciplined and ethical trading.

If you have any questions about permitted strategies or need clarification, feel free to reach out to our support team([email protected]).

Allowed | Copy Trading Policy

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​EAs/Bots: Allowed, but only those focused on risk management, as they promote disciplined and sustainable trading.

Example:

If you intend to use an EA or Bot, consult with us to ensure eligibility and compatibility with our platform.
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Restricted Practices:

Unlike the other account types (Next Gen and Instant Funded), Swing accounts are allowed to hold trade through news events.
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There is only one news trading restriction that applies to Swing accounts:

This rule ensures that swing accounts are not used for gambling during news events.
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Important: For Speech Events - from 5 minutes before the speech starts until 5 minutes after it ends.

Funded accounts without "Swap-free, Zero Commissions" add-on are subject to a $6/lot commission round-trip.

Up to 1:30 | Leverage varies for different instruments:

Note: Trading days are applied to both Challenge and Funded Swing Accounts
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This also applies to any account size.

Allowed | While we do not have a strict rule against trading from multiple IP addresses, traders must exercise caution to ensure the safety of their accounts. It's crucial for traders to take responsibility for keeping their accounts secure and to avoid potential security risks.

Allowed | Traders are allowed to use VPNs for enhanced online security while trading on our platform. We prioritize privacy and flexibility, enabling traders to safeguard their accounts and trade with confidence. However, it's essential for traders to take responsibility for keeping their accounts secure by maintaining login credentials and remaining vigilant against potential threats.

Allowed | You are allowed to hold trades overnight and over the weekends.

While this flexibility is advantageous, it's vital to remain aware of specific considerations:

By staying informed about these aspects and incorporating them into your trading strategy, you can make more informed decisions and effectively capitalize on market opportunities while holding trades overnight or over the weekends. At FundingTraders, we aim to provide the support and flexibility necessary for traders to thrive in the dynamic world of financial markets.

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None | Swing traders typically use lower lot sizes due to farther stop loss placement. Vice versa for intraday traders and scalpers.

Note: We focus on the consistency of your position sizing. This includes, but is not limited to, consistently going all in/risking a significant % of your account balance in one trade. Violators are usually those who increase their position sizing during news events.
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This will raise red flags and cause the team to investigate your trades - leading to a possible termination of the account due to dangerous risk management.

None | Due to many traders using EAs/bots for their risk management automation, we do not require a stop-loss order.

However, we highly suggest that you always place a stop-loss order.

To be eligible for a payout, you must first earn at least 1% profit of your initial account balance.

You must have a balance of at least $101,000 to become eligible for a payout

80-100% | Our default profit split is capped at 80% to the trader and 20% to us.

Swing accounts have a bi-weekly payout that must have at least 4 trading days for eligibility

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Bank Transfer via Rise | You may receive your payout straight to your bank by using Rise Pay. The minimum payout amount to receive your payout via Rise is $200. User can withdraw via Bank Transfer and Crypto.
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1. Sign up for Rise: https://pay.riseworks.io/auth/register
2. Request for payout via the Dashboard
3. Receive payout bonus!
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Only if Rise is not available to user

Coinbase Commerce | Our choice of payout method is crypto (mainly USDT-ERC20)

Crypto is the fastest method we can process payout commissions (24-48 hours on average). The minimum payout commission requirement is $50.
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1. Place your payout request via the Dashboard
2. Request for payout with your Account Number and Crypto Wallet Address

3. Receive payout bonus!

Note: All positions and limit orders must be closed before requesting a payout.

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As part of our commitment to rewarding successful traders, we offer a Refund Bonus once you reach your first payout.

When you successfully reach your first payout, we will refund the amount you paid for your evaluation phase.

If you paid $149 for your evaluation and successfully completed it, your first payout will include your profit share + $149 refund.