Every prop firm has rules-and for good reason.
These rules protect the firm, ensure a level playing field,
and help you develop the discipline needed to trade real capital.
| THE RULES | WHY THEY MATTER |
|---|---|
|
DAILY LOSS LIMIT
|
Helps prevent emotional trading
and protects your account. |
|
MAX DRAWDOWN
|
Keeps risk in check and ensures
long-term sustainability. |
|
NO EAs
|
Promotes skill-based trading
and a fair evaluation. |
|
NO COPY TRADING
|
Ensures every trader earns their
results through their own decisions. |
|
MIN TRADING DAYS
|
Encourages consistency over
quick, risky attempts. |
|
RISK MANAGEMENT
|
Builds discipline and prepares you
for real funded accounts. |
Key Takeaway
Rules aren't meant to limit you-they're meant to help you succeed.
Master the rules, respect the process, and the results will follow.
The best traders aren't the ones who break the rules.
They're the ones who master them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do prop firms have daily loss limits?
A proprietary trading firm-often called a prop firm-uses its own capital to fund traders.
Instead of risking your personal money, you trade simulated accounts, and if you prove
you can follow the rules and generate profits, you get access to a funded account and
keep a large share of the profits.
Can I use EAs on a funded account?
A proprietary trading firm-often called a prop firm-uses its own capital to fund traders.
Instead of risking your personal money, you trade simulated accounts, and if you prove
you can follow the rules and generate profits, you get access to a funded account and
keep a large share of the profits.
What happens if I break a rule?
A proprietary trading firm-often called a prop firm-uses its own capital to fund traders.
Instead of risking your personal money, you trade simulated accounts, and if you prove
you can follow the rules and generate profits, you get access to a funded account and
keep a large share of the profits.
Where disciplined
traders get funded.
- Up to 95% Profit Split
- Manage up to $500K
- Refundable Challenge Fee
- No Time Limit to Pass
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