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What is Clear Cut Funding?
Clear Cut Funding is a proprietary trading firm that gives traders the opportunity to demonstrate their skills through simulated trading programs. Traders who meet the required objectives can progress to a simulated funded account and become eligible to earn performance-based payouts.
How does Clear Cut Funding work?
Choose a program and account size that fits your trading style. Demonstrate your trading skills through an evaluation, or get started immediately with Instant Funding. Once qualified, trade on a simulated funded account while following the applicable rules and become eligible for performance-based payouts.
Who can trade with Clear Cut Funding?
Clear Cut Funding is designed for traders of all experience levels who meet our eligibility requirements and are located in a supported jurisdiction. Traders are responsible for ensuring participation is permitted under the laws and regulations applicable to them.
Are Clear Cut Funding accounts simulated?
Yes. All Clear Cut Funding accounts operate in a simulated trading environment using virtual funds. Account balances do not represent deposits or personal funds belonging to the trader.
What markets can I trade?
You can trade the instruments available through the Clear Cut trading platform, including forex, indices, commodities, cryptocurrencies, and other supported markets. Available instruments may vary.
What account sizes are available?
Clear Cut Funding offers multiple account sizes to suit different trading styles and experience levels. Evaluation accounts range from $10,000 to $200,000, while Instant Funding accounts are available from $10,000 to $100,000.
Is there a time limit?
No. There is no maximum time limit to complete a Clear Cut Funding evaluation. Trade at your own pace while remaining within the applicable account rules and requirements.
How can I contact support?
Our support team is available to help with questions about your account, programs, rules, payouts, or platform. Contact us through the support options provided on the Clear Cut Funding website.
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What challenge programs are available?
Clear Cut Funding offers One-Step and Two-Step Evaluations with multiple account sizes available. Traders who prefer to skip the evaluation process can choose one of our Instant Funding options.
What is the difference between a One-Step and Two-Step Evaluation?
The One-Step Evaluation requires you to successfully complete one evaluation phase before progressing to a simulated funded account. The Two-Step Evaluation requires you to complete two phases. Each program has its own profit targets, drawdown limits, and trading requirements.
How do I pass a challenge?
Meet the required profit target and minimum Trading Days while staying within all applicable drawdown limits and trading rules. Once all objectives are successfully completed, you can progress to the next phase or a simulated funded account.
Is there a time limit to complete my challenge?
No. Clear Cut Funding evaluations have no maximum time limit. Trade at your own pace while continuing to follow the applicable account rules.
What happens after I pass my challenge?
Once you successfully complete all required evaluation phases and your results are verified, you’ll progress to a simulated funded account where you can trade and become eligible for performance-based payouts.
What happens if I breach my challenge?What happens if I breach my challenge?
A Hard Breach ends the current challenge. If you have met the eligibility requirements for a Free Retake, you may be able to restart your evaluation without purchasing a new challenge.
How does the Free Retake work?
Traders in an eligible One-Step or Two-Step Evaluation may request a Free Retake after completing at least 7 Trading Days, even if the account has not been breached.
If an account is breached, at least 7 Trading Days must have been completed before the breach to qualify. A Free Retake always restarts the evaluation from Phase 1 and is not available for Instant Funding accounts.
Can I purchase more than one challenge?
Yes. You may purchase and trade multiple challenges. Once funded, you may hold multiple funded accounts up to a maximum total allocation of $500,000.
When is my challenge fee refunded?
The original fee paid for an eligible One-Step or Two-Step Evaluation is returned with your first successful payout after progressing to a simulated funded account.
Instant Funding purchases and optional add-ons are not included in the refundable challenge fee.
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What is a Trading Day?
A Trading Day is a calendar day in which at least one position is both opened and closed. Multiple trades completed on the same day still count as one Trading Day.
What is Account Balance?
Account Balance is the value of your account based on completed trades. It includes realized profits and losses but does not include unrealized profit or loss from open positions.
What is Account Equity?
Account Equity is your account balance adjusted by the unrealized profit or loss of all open positions. Equity changes as the value of your open trades changes.
What is Daily Drawdown?
Daily Drawdown is the maximum amount your account is permitted to lose within a single trading day. Exceeding the applicable Daily Drawdown limit results in a Hard Breach.
What is Maximum Drawdown?
Maximum Drawdown is the maximum overall loss permitted on an account. If the account falls below its applicable Maximum Drawdown limit, the account is considered breached.
What is Static Drawdown?
Static Drawdown is a fixed loss limit based on the account’s starting balance. Unlike a trailing drawdown, the threshold does not move upward as the account generates profits.
For example, if a $100,000 account has a 10% Static Drawdown, the threshold remains $90,000, even if the account grows above its starting balance.
What is a Profit Target?
A Profit Target is the amount of profit required to successfully complete an evaluation phase. The required target depends on the program and phase selected.
What is a Consistency Score?
The Consistency Score compares your highest-profit trading day with your total accumulated profit. To meet a 30% Consistency Score, your best trading day must represent 30% or less of your total profit.
Exceeding 30% does not breach the account. You may continue trading and building profits until the requirement is met.
What is a Hard Breach?
A Hard Breach is a violation of an account rule that results in the account being closed or becoming ineligible for further trading.
What is a Soft Breach?
A Soft Breach is a condition that does not result in account termination. The trader may continue trading and correct the condition by meeting the applicable requirement.
What is a Simulated Funded Account?
A Simulated Funded Account is an account provided after successfully completing an eligible evaluation, or through an Instant Funding program. Trading takes place using virtual funds in a simulated environment, with eligible traders able to earn performance-based payouts.
What is a Profit Split?
The Profit Split is the percentage of eligible profits paid to the trader. Clear Cut Funding funded accounts start with an 80% profit split, with the opportunity to increase the split based on the applicable program and payout structure.
What is a Payout?
A Payout is the trader’s eligible share of profits earned on a simulated funded account and paid according to Clear Cut Funding’s payout requirements.
What is a Refundable Challenge Fee?
The Refundable Challenge Fee is the original purchase fee paid for an eligible One-Step or Two-Step Evaluation. The fee is returned with the trader’s first successful payout after progressing to a simulated funded account.
Optional add-ons and Instant Funding purchases are not included in the refundable challenge fee.
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When can I request my first payout?
With the standard payout schedule, traders can request a payout 14 days after becoming eligible on their funded account, provided all applicable payout requirements have been met.
How often can I request a payout?
Standard funded accounts are eligible to request payouts every 14 days. Traders who select the On-Demand Payouts add-on at checkout can request a payout as soon as all applicable payout requirements are met, without waiting for the standard 14-day period.
How does the profit split work?
Funded traders start with an 80% profit split, meaning you receive 80% of eligible profits. Your profit split can increase as you progress through the payout structure, up to 95%.
Can I start with a 95% profit split?
Yes. The 95% Profit Split add-on allows you to upgrade from the standard 80% starting split to 95% from the beginning.
What requirements must I meet before requesting a payout?
Your account must meet all applicable payout requirements, including the Consistency Score and minimum trading-day requirements, and must remain within all account rules and drawdown limits.
What happens if my Consistency Score is above 30%?
Your account is not breached. You can continue trading and accumulating profits until your highest-profit day represents 30% or less of your total profit. Once the requirement is met and all other payout conditions are satisfied, you can request a payout.
Is my challenge fee returned with my payout?
Yes. The original fee paid for an eligible One-Step or Two-Step Evaluation is returned with your first successful payout. Instant Funding purchases and optional add-ons are not refundable.
How quickly are payouts processed?
Payout requests are typically reviewed and approved within 24–48 hours. Once approved, your payout will be processed within 24 hours.
Processing times after funds are sent may vary depending on the selected payment method or provider.
How are payouts paid?
Payouts are issued through the payment methods currently supported by Clear Cut Funding. Available payout methods and any applicable requirements will be shown when submitting your payout request.
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What trading platform does Clear Cut Funding use?
Clear Cut Funding provides its own branded multi-asset trading platform, giving traders live price feeds, fast order execution, advanced risk tools, and everything needed to manage their trading account in one place.
How do I access the trading platform?
Once your account is activated, you’ll receive access to the Clear Cut Funding trading platform through your account. Your evaluation and funded accounts can be accessed and managed directly from the platform.
What instruments can I trade?
Traders have access to multiple asset classes, including forex, indices, commodities, and cryptocurrencies. Available instruments can be viewed directly within the trading platform.
What trading tools are available?
The platform includes live multi-asset price feeds, one-click order execution, margin and risk-management tools, charting features, and AI-powered trade signals to help traders analyze markets and manage their positions.
Are AI trade signals allowed?
Yes. AI-powered signals and analytical tools may be used to assist with trading decisions. However, trades must still be executed and managed manually in accordance with Clear Cut Funding’s rules on automated trading.
Can I use MT4, MT5 or TradeLocker?
No. Clear Cut Funding accounts are traded through our dedicated trading platform. MT4, MT5, TradeLocker, and other third-party platforms are not currently supported.
Can I access the platform on all devices?
Yes. The Clear Cut Funding trading platform can be accessed across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices, giving you the flexibility to monitor and manage your trading account wherever you are.
Where can I track my challenge progress?
Your account performance and challenge progress can be monitored directly through your Clear Cut Funding dashboard, including key trading metrics and applicable challenge objectives.
What should I do if I experience a platform issue?
Contact Clear Cut Funding Support as soon as possible and provide details of the issue, including screenshots when possible. Our team will review the issue and assist you.
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What account sizes are available?
Clear Cut Funding offers Evaluation accounts ranging from $10,000 to $200,000. Instant Funding accounts are available from $10,000 to $100,000.
Can I have more than one funded account?
Yes. Traders may hold multiple funded accounts as long as their combined funded allocation does not exceed $500,000.
What is the maximum funded allocation?
The maximum total funded allocation permitted per trader is $500,000 across all active funded accounts.
Can I combine or merge funded accounts?
Funded accounts remain separate and cannot be combined or merged. Each account must be traded individually and remain within its own applicable rules and risk limits.
Can I trade multiple accounts at the same time?
Yes. You may trade multiple accounts at the same time, provided you remain within the $500,000 maximum funded allocation and follow all applicable trading rules on each account.
6. Can someone else trade my account?
Can someone else trade my account?
No. Your Clear Cut Funding account is for your use only. Account sharing or allowing another person to trade on your behalf is prohibited.
Can I share my account login information?
No. Your account credentials should remain private and must not be shared with another person. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account and login information.
What happens if my funded account is breached?
A Hard Breach results in the affected funded account being closed and no longer eligible for trading or future payouts. Other accounts you hold are not automatically affected unless they are also involved in a rule violation.
Can I purchase another account after a breach?
Yes. Breaching an account does not automatically prevent you from purchasing another eligible challenge and starting again, provided your account remains in good standing with Clear Cut Funding.
Do my accounts expire due to inactivity?
To keep your account active, you must have at least one Trading Day within every 30-day period. If no trading activity occurs for 30 consecutive days, the account may be considered inactive and closed.
This inactivity requirement applies even when a program has no maximum time limit.
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