PRO6: 3% (default)
Current equity or balance must not reach -3% of the challenge account size relative to the starting day's equity.
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​PRO8: 4% (customized on checkout)
Current equity or balance must not reach -4% of the challenge account size relative to the starting day's equity.
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​PRO10: 5% (customized on checkout)
Current equity or balance must not reach -5% of the challenge account size relative to the starting day's equity.
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​Example on PRO6:

At any point within that day, the current equity or balance must not drop to $104,000.

PRO6: 6% (default)
Current equity or balance must not reach -6% of the challenge account size relative to the highest recorded account balance.
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This trails higher as the account balance increases.
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​PRO8: 8% (customized on checkout)
Current equity or balance must not reach -8% of the challenge account size relative to the highest recorded account balance.
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This trails higher as the account balance increases.
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​PRO10: 10% (customized on checkout)
Current equity or balance must not reach -10% of the challenge account size relative to the highest recorded account balance.
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This trails higher as the account balance increases.

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Example on PRO6:

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

To maintain fairness and promote consistent trading discipline, the following rule applies to both Challenge and Funded accounts:

Consistency is one of the core drivers of trading success. Regular participation helps traders:

By ensuring that only active traders maintain access, we can:

Unrealistic Trading Practices are strategies or behaviors that do not reflect sustainable or genuine market participation, such as placing trades with extremely short holding times or employing methods that cannot be replicated in live trading conditions.

Unrealistic Trading Practices include any approach that lacks real market analysis or long-term viability.

To encourage authentic trading, all trades must meet a minimum VWHT threshold:

If a trader's VWHT is less than 2 minutes, the account is considered to be using unrealistic trading practices and will be flagged for review:

High-frequency trading (HFT) strategies, especially those involving trades lasting from 0–15 seconds, are considered unrealistic and unsustainable in this context:

Traders must hold positions for a realistic period (VWHT of at least 2 minutes weighted by trade volume). Practices that involve fleeting trades or HFT methods are not allowed, helping maintain an authentic and sustainable trading environment.

High-Frequency Trading (HFT) is not allowed on funded accounts due to the challenges of reproducing such strategies in real-world market conditions, especially because of unavoidable latency between a funded trader’s account and the master account. This restriction specifically applies to trades lasting 15 seconds or less, which are unsustainable because real execution speeds, even on advanced infrastructure, are subject to technology and distance limitations.

However, if a trader executes a single trade below 15 seconds, it may be permitted as an isolated event. Repetitive trades of this nature, though, will lead to the account being flagged, and eventually failing, due to the use of prohibited HFT strategies.

This ensures trading practices remain fair and realistically achievable for all participants.

At FundingTraders, grid trading is strictly prohibited because it poses elevated risk and can distort fair market participation. Grid trading involves placing multiple buy and sell orders at varied price intervals to profit from fluctuations within a set range, but it can rapidly lead to large drawdowns in volatile markets and misrepresent true trading activity.

Grid trading is a strategy in which multiple buy and sell orders are placed at different price levels above and below the current price. As price oscillates, each order captures minor profits. However, if the market moves strongly in one direction, it can trigger a string of orders that magnifies losses far beyond those of conventional trading techniques.

For example, a trader sets buy orders at $100, $105, $110 and sell orders at $115, $120, $125. If price bounces within this range, orders close for small gains. If price trends sharply, for example below $100, losses from multiple positions can accumulate quickly.

Grid trading is not allowed under any circumstances. Traders using grid strategies may face penalties, including possible disqualification from funded accounts. This policy helps maintain a safe, fair, and transparent environment for all traders.

To maintain consistent risk management, traders must follow this guideline:

A trade idea is considered one idea if:

If trades are on different symbols or in opposite directions, they are treated as separate trade ideas.

✅ Single Trade Idea (within limit):

❌ Single Trade Idea (over limit):

✅ Multiple Trade Ideas (independent losses):

In short: On a $50,000 account, no more than $750 floating or closed loss may be allocated to a single trade idea, regardless of how many entries you use within it.

Remember, this rule is only applied in the funded phase.

At FundingTraders, the use of EAs (Expert Advisors) and Bots is permitted, but only if they are focused on risk management and help foster disciplined and sustainable trading practices.

Updated: Applies August 18, 2025 onwards

News trading is fully permitted during the Challenge phase, with no restrictions in place.

News trading is allowed, but two critical guidelines must be followed:

During high-impact news events, trading is restricted within a 4-minute window:

Within this timeframe, opening or closing positions is strictly prohibited. However, existing positions may be held through the news event.

All currency pairs linked to the news event are restricted, along with indices tied to the relevant currency’s economic news.

These instruments are subject to the same news-trading guidelines and restrictions.

To accommodate swing traders who prefer not to micromanage positions around news events, Pro accounts may hold trades through such events under the following conditions:

Both rules must be followed for trades held through news events to remain compliant.

For accounts sized $5k–$100k, the minimum trading day requirement is 1 day. Specifically, for 2-step accounts, this minimum applies to the combined total of trading days across both Phase 1 and Phase 2—not separately per phase.

This rule allows maximum flexibility while maintaining a simple participation requirement.

Traders at FundingTraders are allowed to use VPNs for enhanced online security while trading on the platform. This policy is designed to support privacy and flexibility so traders can safeguard their accounts and operate with confidence.

However, it is the trader’s responsibility to maintain the security of login credentials and remain vigilant against possible threats. Using a VPN does not absolve the obligation to keep account details private and secure; neglecting this may expose accounts to risks.

This approach ensures both maximum flexibility and a secure environment for every trader.

Pro accounts are allowed to hold trades overnight and over the weekends. This flexibility empowers traders to execute swing strategies and manage positions in alignment with their analysis.

By staying informed and integrating these considerations into a sound risk management strategy, traders can make the most of this flexibility while minimizing potential drawbacks. FundingTraders is committed to supporting a transparent and trader-friendly environment.

FundingTraders does not impose lot size limits for most account types, allowing traders to choose position sizes appropriate to their trading style, whether swing trading, intraday, or scalping. The focus is on the consistency of position sizing, not the absolute size of lots opened.

Traders should always aim for responsible, steady risk management. Extreme or inconsistent lot sizes are specifically monitored to protect both the individual and the community from undue risk.

There is no requirement to place a stop-loss order on trades at FundingTraders, recognizing that many traders use EAs or bots for automated risk management. This flexibility accommodates those who automate protective measures through their own systems.

However, it is highly recommended to always use a stop-loss order as a best practice. Setting a stop-loss helps manage risk, prevent unexpected large losses, and maintain account discipline, especially in volatile or fast-moving markets.

Traders should review their strategy and automation setup to confirm that risk controls are in place, even if stop-loss orders are not manually applied to every trade.

FundingTraders supports up to 1:50 leverage, with specific ratios for each instrument class to suit different trading strategies and manage risk appropriately.

This tiered leverage structure ensures both opportunity and account protection, aligning with FundingTraders’ focus on sustainable trading.

At FundingTraders, the commission structure is straightforward and designed to be transparent throughout different account phases.

Commission applies to all instruments in the funded phase only, unless you opt for special add-ons.

This clear commission policy allows traders to plan their cost structure accurately and choose add-ons to match their preferences.

The Consistency Score does not apply to Pro accounts.

Every 14 or 7 days | The default first payout is available 14 days after the first trade on a funded account for the trading period.

7-Day Payout Add-On: If you have this add-on, you are eligible to receive your first payout just 7 days after the first trade on your funded account. This also applies to all subsequent payouts.

Pro accounts at FundingTraders are automatically reset to their initial balance while a payout request is being processed, allowing traders to continue trading without any interruption. This unique feature ensures ongoing market participation and uninterrupted trading activity even during the payout approval period.

If an account fails within 48 hours of a payout request, the payout will be denied. The account will then be reinstated, and the payout amount will be credited back to the account balance.

This setup ensures both speed and flexibility while letting traders maintain market activity due to the account reset feature during payout processing.

FundingTraders provides a Refund Bonus as a unique benefit for traders who reach their first payout. When you qualify, the fee you paid for your evaluation phase is refunded, helping you maximize your trading rewards.

If you paid $149 for your evaluation and passed, your first payout will include the profit share you earned plus the $149 refund.

FundingTraders offers a default profit split of 80% to the trader and 20% to the firm. For those seeking a higher payout, add-ons are available during checkout to increase the profit split to 90% or even 100%.