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AquaFunded is a proprietary trading firm offering funded trading accounts up to USD 400K with a 90% standard profit split and evaluation programs from USD 2.5K.
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| Account size | Entry fee |
|---|---|
| $5,000 | $26.40 |
| $10,000 | $50.40 |
| $25,000 | $103.20 |
| $50,000 | $221.60 |
| $100,000 | $365.60 |
| Account size | Entry fee |
|---|---|
| $5,000 | $20 |
| $10,000 | $39.20 |
| $25,000 | $71.20 |
| $50,000 | $143.20 |
| $100,000 | $279.20 |
| $200,000 | $559.20 |
| Account size | Entry fee |
|---|---|
| $5,000 | $28.80 |
| $10,000 | $71.20 |
| $25,000 | $111.20 |
| $50,000 | $239.20 |
| $100,000 | $375.20 |
| $200,000 | $757.60 |
| Account size | Entry fee |
|---|---|
| $5,000 | $60 |
| $10,000 | $100 |
| $25,000 | $191.20 |
| $50,000 | $279.20 |
| $100,000 | $447.20 |
| Account size | Entry fee |
|---|---|
| $5,000 | $53.60 |
| $10,000 | $90.40 |
| $25,000 | $181.60 |
| $50,000 | $261.60 |
| $100,000 | $421.60 |
| $200,000 | $813.60 |
| Account size | Entry fee |
|---|---|
| $5,000 | $119 |
| $10,000 | $225 |
| $25,000 | $439 |
| $50,000 | $625 |
| $100,000 | $999 |
| Account size | Entry fee |
|---|---|
| $2,500 | $33.34 |
| $5,000 | $60 |
| $10,000 | $86.66 |
| $25,000 | $185.34 |
| $50,000 | $305.34 |
| $100,000 | $560 |
| $200,000 | $905.34 |
| $300,000 | $1,465.33 |
| $400,000 | $1,865.33 |
| Account size | Entry fee |
|---|---|
| $2,500 | $30.67 |
| $5,000 | $52 |
| $10,000 | $78.67 |
| $25,000 | $172 |
| $50,000 | $278.67 |
| $100,000 | $505.33 |
| $200,000 | $852 |
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Two Step 90% profit split Refundable fee
Two Step 90% profit split Refundable fee
Two Step 90% profit split Refundable fee
One Step 90% profit split Refundable fee
One Step 90% profit split Refundable fee
Instant 90% profit split Non-refundable fee
Instant 90% profit split Non-refundable fee
Instant 90% profit split Non-refundable fee
Selected program benefits: 13
75% evidence coverage · company-wide
The FundedHub score is the same across this firm’s programs. The benefits and conditions shown here apply to the selected program.
15 of 20 rubric conditions assessed for this program.
10 assessed conditions include specific terms, shown below.
See the full company score calculation
Drawdown points describe the permitted loss percentage; they do not measure trailing, reset or breach mechanics. Payout timing describes eligibility periods, not a promised processing time.
The EA is part of the trader's own personal trading strategy and complies with all AquaFunded trading rules.
Only from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder
As long as all risk and account rules are respected
Hedging is within the same trading account
No time limit; the account must remain active and no rules may be breached.
Standard split
With the Rewards in 7 Days add-on at checkout; every 14 days without the add-on. The model article names the add-on FIRST PAYOUT IN 7 DAYS
Measurement basis: days
After passing the evaluation, refunded with the fourth payout; a hard breach before the fourth payout makes the fee non-refundable
One-time fee, no monthly subscription
Selected program benefits: 15
75% evidence coverage · company-wide
The FundedHub score is the same across this firm’s programs. The benefits and conditions shown here apply to the selected program.
17 of 20 rubric conditions assessed for this program.
11 assessed conditions include specific terms, shown below.
See the full company score calculation
Drawdown points describe the permitted loss percentage; they do not measure trailing, reset or breach mechanics. Payout timing describes eligibility periods, not a promised processing time.
The EA is part of the trader's own personal trading strategy and complies with all AquaFunded trading rules.
Only from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder
As long as all risk and account rules are respected
Hedging is within the same trading account
Two Step Pro evaluation stages have no minimum trading day requirements
No time limit; the account must remain active and no rules may be breached.
Standard split
With the Rewards in 7 Days add-on at checkout; every 14 days without the add-on. The model article names the add-on FIRST PAYOUT IN 7 DAYS
Measurement basis: days
After passing the evaluation, refunded with the fourth payout; a hard breach before the fourth payout makes the fee non-refundable
One-time fee, no monthly subscription
Selected program benefits: 14
75% evidence coverage · company-wide
The FundedHub score is the same across this firm’s programs. The benefits and conditions shown here apply to the selected program.
16 of 20 rubric conditions assessed for this program.
10 assessed conditions include specific terms, shown below.
See the full company score calculation
Drawdown points describe the permitted loss percentage; they do not measure trailing, reset or breach mechanics. Payout timing describes eligibility periods, not a promised processing time.
The EA is part of the trader's own personal trading strategy and complies with all AquaFunded trading rules.
Only from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder
As long as all risk and account rules are respected
Hedging is within the same trading account
No time limit; the account must remain active and no rules may be breached.
Standard split
With the Rewards in 7 Days add-on at checkout; every 14 days without the add-on. The model article names the add-on FIRST PAYOUT IN 7 DAYS
Measurement basis: days
After passing the evaluation, refunded with the fourth payout; a hard breach before the fourth payout makes the fee non-refundable
One-time fee, no monthly subscription
Selected program benefits: 13
75% evidence coverage · company-wide
The FundedHub score is the same across this firm’s programs. The benefits and conditions shown here apply to the selected program.
16 of 19 rubric conditions assessed for this program.
13 assessed conditions include specific terms, shown below.
See the full company score calculation
Drawdown points describe the permitted loss percentage; they do not measure trailing, reset or breach mechanics. Payout timing describes eligibility periods, not a promised processing time.
The EA is part of the trader's own personal trading strategy and complies with all AquaFunded trading rules.
Only from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder
As long as all risk and account rules are respected
Hedging is within the same trading account
1 Step Flex Evaluation has no minimum trading days requirement
No time limit; the account must remain active and no rules may be breached.
New One Step Flex purchase on or after 31 August 2026; current newly purchasable account.
Standard split
With the Rewards in 7 Days add-on at checkout; every 14 days without the add-on. The model article names the add-on FIRST PAYOUT IN 7 DAYS
Measurement basis: days
After passing the evaluation, refunded with the fourth payout; a hard breach before the fourth payout makes the fee non-refundable
One-time fee, no monthly subscription
Selected program benefits: 11
75% evidence coverage · company-wide
The FundedHub score is the same across this firm’s programs. The benefits and conditions shown here apply to the selected program.
15 of 19 rubric conditions assessed for this program.
10 assessed conditions include specific terms, shown below.
See the full company score calculation
Drawdown points describe the permitted loss percentage; they do not measure trailing, reset or breach mechanics. Payout timing describes eligibility periods, not a promised processing time.
The EA is part of the trader's own personal trading strategy and complies with all AquaFunded trading rules.
Only from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder
As long as all risk and account rules are respected
Hedging is within the same trading account
No time limit; the account must remain active and no rules may be breached.
Standard split
With the Rewards in 7 Days add-on at checkout; every 14 days without the add-on. The model article names the add-on FIRST PAYOUT IN 7 DAYS
Measurement basis: days
After passing the evaluation, refunded with the fourth payout; a hard breach before the fourth payout makes the fee non-refundable
One-time fee, no monthly subscription
Selected program benefits: 9
75% evidence coverage · company-wide
The FundedHub score is the same across this firm’s programs. The benefits and conditions shown here apply to the selected program.
12 of 16 rubric conditions assessed for this program.
9 assessed conditions include specific terms, shown below.
See the full company score calculation
Drawdown points describe the permitted loss percentage; they do not measure trailing, reset or breach mechanics. Payout timing describes eligibility periods, not a promised processing time.
The EA is part of the trader's own personal trading strategy and complies with all AquaFunded trading rules.
Only from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder
As long as all risk and account rules are respected
Hedging is within the same trading account
Standard split
Provided all reward requirements have been completed
One-time fee, no monthly subscription
Selected program benefits: 8
75% evidence coverage · company-wide
The FundedHub score is the same across this firm’s programs. The benefits and conditions shown here apply to the selected program.
11 of 16 rubric conditions assessed for this program.
8 assessed conditions include specific terms, shown below.
See the full company score calculation
Drawdown points describe the permitted loss percentage; they do not measure trailing, reset or breach mechanics. Payout timing describes eligibility periods, not a promised processing time.
The EA is part of the trader's own personal trading strategy and complies with all AquaFunded trading rules.
Only from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder
As long as all risk and account rules are respected
Hedging is within the same trading account
Standard split
One-time fee, no monthly subscription
Selected program benefits: 8
75% evidence coverage · company-wide
The FundedHub score is the same across this firm’s programs. The benefits and conditions shown here apply to the selected program.
12 of 16 rubric conditions assessed for this program.
10 assessed conditions include specific terms, shown below.
See the full company score calculation
Drawdown points describe the permitted loss percentage; they do not measure trailing, reset or breach mechanics. Payout timing describes eligibility periods, not a promised processing time.
The EA is part of the trader's own personal trading strategy and complies with all AquaFunded trading rules.
Only from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder
As long as all risk and account rules are respected
Hedging is within the same trading account
Standard split
One-time fee, no monthly subscription
Manual research and AI summaries can miss context. FundedHub does not speak for the firm or guarantee rule compliance or payouts. Confirm unclear conditions with the firm before paying or trading.
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firm Type | CFD | — | |
| Account Size | $5K – $100K | — | |
| Allocation | $400,000 | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program Type | Two Step | — | |
| Drawdown Type | Static | — | |
| Daily Drawdown Type | Equity Based | — | |
| Time Period | Unlimited days | — | |
| Profit Split | 90% | — | |
| Profit Cap Applies | yes Applies whenFor all trading accounts opened after 27th April 2026, when profits are generated from trades opened or closed within the five-minute window before or after a red-folder high-impact event, FOMC speech, statement, or related event. | — | |
| First Payout Wait | 7 days Applies whenWith the add-on at checkout (FIRST PAYOUT IN 7 DAYS, called Rewards in 7 Days in the Reward Add-ons article); without it 14 days after the first trade on the funded account | — | |
| Payout Interval | 7 days Applies whenWith the Rewards in 7 Days add-on at checkout; every 14 days without the add-on. The model article names the add-on FIRST PAYOUT IN 7 DAYS Record notesdays | 88/100 benefit points | |
| Scaling Plan Available | yes Applies whenFor eligible funded traders | — | |
| Available to US Residents | yes Applies whenthe United States is not on the restricted list | — | |
| Live Account Path | no | — | |
| No Time Limit | yes | — | |
| Payout Buffer Required | no Applies whenRequest any amount that meets the minimum payout; the account balance must be above the initial account balance, and you do not need to withdraw all available profits | — | |
| Payout Cap Applies | yes Applies whenFor traders with $100K accounts or larger, the first two reward requests | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simulated Trading | yes | — | |
| Entry Fee Refundable | yes Applies whenAfter passing the evaluation, refunded with the fourth payout; a hard breach before the fourth payout makes the fee non-refundable | 100/100 benefit points | |
| One-Time Evaluation Fee | yes | — | |
| Monthly Subscription Required | no Applies whenOne-time fee, no monthly subscription | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Reset Fee Available | no Applies whenAfter a breach a new account must be purchased; the failed account cannot be retried, resumed or continued | — | |
| Entry Fee Refund Trigger | Fourth payout after passing the evaluation Applies whenA hard breach before the fourth payout makes the fee non-refundable | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Target Phase 1 | 8% | 60/100 benefit points | |
| Target Phase 2 | 5% | 75/100 benefit points | |
| Minimum Trading Days | 3 days | — | |
| Stop-Loss Required | no | — | |
| Hedging Allowed | yes Applies whenHedging is within the same trading account | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Own-Account Copy Trading Allowed | yes Applies whenOnly from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Third-Party Copy Trading Allowed | no | — | |
| Scalping Allowed | yes Applies whenAs long as all risk and account rules are respected | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Martingale Allowed | yes | — | |
| Weekend Holding Allowed | yes | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Automated Trading Allowed | yes Applies whenThe EA is part of the trader's own personal trading strategy and complies with all AquaFunded trading rules. | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Position Size Limit Applies | no | — | |
| Single-Trade Limit Applies | yes | — | |
| Maximum Holding Duration Limit | no | — | |
| Inactivity Limit | 30 days Applies whenThe rule begins on the date of the first trade. | 33/100 benefit points | |
| High-Frequency Trading Allowed | no | — | |
| Latency Arbitrage Allowed | no | — | |
| Daily Loss Limit Applies | yes | — | |
| Drawdown Trails Open Equity | no Applies whenFixed limit based on the initial account balance | — | |
| News Trading Allowed | restricted | — | |
| Overnight Holding Allowed | yes | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Account Selling Allowed | no | — | |
| Account Type | Scalping, day trading, and swing trading | — | |
| Certain EA Types Restriction | yes Applies whenProhibited: tick scalping, high frequency trading, arbitrage bots, reverse arbitrage, latency arbitrage, hedge arbitrage and emulators | — | |
| Copy Trading Rule | Copy trading is allowed at our client’s disposal and only from personal accounts that are legally bound to the account holder. Applies whenOnly from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | — | |
| Cross-Account Hedging Restriction | yes | — | |
| Entry Fee Refund Percentage | 100% Applies whenFull evaluation fee, refunded with the fourth payout after passing the evaluation | — | |
| Evaluation/Challenge Requirement | yes Applies whenTwo evaluation steps with 8% and 5% profit targets | — | |
| Funded Account Daily Loss Limit | yes | — | |
| Funded Account Minimum Trading Days | 3 days Applies whenAccount type: 2 Step Elite Accounts; 3 minimum trading days before evaluation passage or payout eligibility | — | |
| Gapped/Illiquid Market Trading Prohibition | yes Applies whenWhen trading an Equity CFD near market close to profit from the overnight marketing gap, as determined by the Company in its sole and absolute discretion. | — | |
| Late Payout Compensation Cap | 1,000 | — | |
| Leverage by Instrument Class | Evaluation maximum: Forex 1:100, Indices 1:20, Commodities 1:20, Crypto 1:2; Funded starting: Forex 1:50, Indices 1:10, Commodities 1:10, Crypto 1:2 (may increase to maximum based on risk management) Applies whenEvaluation maximum applied to all evaluation phases; funded leverage starts lower and may increase to the maximum depending on risk management. | — | |
| Max Active Accounts Per Challenge Level | 1 accounts Applies whenUnless prior written approval is granted by the Company | — | |
| Maximum Active Funded Allocation | 400,000 Applies whenEligible funded accounts; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged. | — | |
| Maximum Daily Drawdown | 4% | 80/100 benefit points | |
| Maximum Leverage | 1:100 Applies whenEvaluation, Forex; funded Forex leverage starts at 1:50 and may be increased back to 1:100 depending on risk management | — | |
| Maximum Loss Type | static Applies whenFixed limit at 90% of the initial balance Record notesinitial account balance | — | |
| Maximum Overall Drawdown | 10% Record notesInitial account balance | — | |
| Maximum Scale-Up Account Size | 4000000 USD | — | |
| Minimum Profitable Days Count | 3 days Applies whenTwo Step Elite; 3 qualifying trading days each achieving at least 0.5% profit; days need not be consecutive | — | |
| Minimum Profitable Trading Days For Funded Payout | 3 days Applies whenBefore payout eligibility; each qualifying day requires at least 0.5% profit; days need not be consecutive. | — | |
| Multiple Accounts Allowed | yes Applies whenEligible funded accounts only; maximum active funded allocation $400,000; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged | — | |
| News Profit Split Rule | yes Applies whenAccounts opened after 27 April 2026: profit from trades within 5 minutes of red-folder or FOMC news is capped at 0.5% of the starting balance per payout cycle, the excess is removed without a breach; older funded accounts lose such profits | — | |
| No Arbitrage | yes | — | |
| No Leverage on Cryptocurrency | no Applies whenCrypto is traded with 1:2 leverage | — | |
| No Refunds Policy | no Applies whenThe evaluation fee is refunded with the fourth payout after passing the evaluation | — | |
| No Wait for First Payout | no Applies whenFirst payout 14 days after the first trade on the funded account; 7 days with the Rewards in 7 Days add-on | — | |
| Overleveraging Prohibition | yes Applies whenNo more than 80% of the available margin in a single trade or trading position; profits from violating trades are deducted, and repeated or severe violations may lead to a reset or breach | — | |
| Payout Ratio | yes | — | |
| Profit Split Add-On Percentage | 100% Applies whenWith the Lifetime Profit Split 100% add-on at checkout | — | |
| Profit Split Customizable | yes Applies whenWith the Lifetime Profit Split 100% add-on at checkout; 90% as standard | — | |
| Profit Target Required | yes | — | |
| Scaling Plan Balance Increase Percentage | 25% Applies whenIf the scaling request is approved | — | |
| Scaling Plan Eligibility Period | 3 months Applies when12% profit within a 3-month period; the balance then increases by 25% of the initial balance, repeatable up to $4,000,000 | — | |
| Scaling Profit Requirement | 12% Applies whenFor qualifying funded accounts | — | |
| Scaling Profit Target Required | yes Applies whenFor qualifying funded accounts | — | |
| System Error Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Third-Party Copying of Trader's Trades Allowed | no Applies whenCopy trading between other traders accounts is prohibited | — | |
| Third-Party EA Allowed | no Applies whenEAs only as part of the trader's own strategy; any third-party strategy, off-the-shelf strategy or one marketed to pass challenge accounts is prohibited | — | |
| Tick Scalping Minimum Holding Time | 2 minutes | — | |
| Time Limit Applies | no | — | |
| Trades Must Be Closed for Payout Request | yes | — | |
| Trading Day Profit Threshold | 0.5% | — | |
| Trading Period Limit | 0 days | — | |
| Unlimited Challenge Accounts Allowed | no Applies whenPer challenge level, absent prior written approval by the Company | — | |
| Withdrawal Frequency Restriction | yes | — | |
| Spread Type | floating | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Indices | 0 | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Metals | 5 Applies whenRate stated for commodities | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Crypto | 0 | — | |
| Account Sharing Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Profit Split Percentage | 90% Applies whenStandard split | 90/100 benefit points | |
| Payout Processing Time | 24 hours Applies whenpayout guarantee | — | |
| Minimum Withdrawal Amount | 100 | — | |
| Withdrawal Profit Target Requirement | yes Applies whenThe account balance must be above the initial account balance, with no rule violations and all trades and pending orders closed. | — | |
| On-Demand Payout Allowed | no Applies whenFixed 14-day reward cycle; the Rewards in 7 Days add-on at checkout shortens it to 7 days; Rewards On Demand is available on Instant Funding models only | — | |
| Guardian Shield Trigger Level | 2% Applies whenFunded Accounts only. Record notesaccount balance | — | |
| Overnight and Weekend Holding Allowed | yes | — | |
| Tick Scalping Prohibition | yes | — | |
| News Trading Restriction Window | 5 minutes | — | |
| Coordinated Group Trading Allowed | no Applies whenAny form of coordinated trading that compromises individual account integrity is prohibited | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - FX | 5 | — | |
| Maximum Position Size | No maximum stated | — | |
| Swap-Free Trading Status | yes Applies whenWith the Swap Free add-on at checkout; without it, swap fees apply when a position is held overnight | — | |
| Refund Policy Statement | Yes! The Evaluation fee you paid for the account you completed is fully refundable when you receive your fourth payout. If you hard-breach your account before reaching your fourth payout it is not refundable. Applies whenEvaluation fee | — | |
| Performance Reward Starting Percentage | 90% Applies whenStandard split; 100% with the Lifetime Profit Split 100% add-on at checkout | — | |
| Performance Reward Ceiling | 100% | — | |
| Payout Eligibility Minimums | 14 days after placing their first trade on the funded account. Applies whenFirst payout; the account balance must also be above the initial account balance, with no rule violations and all trades and pending orders closed. | — | |
| Software / AI / High-Speed Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Scaling Plan Description | Eligible traders can scale up to a maximum allocation of $4,000,000. | — | |
| Maximum Payout Amount | 10,000 Applies whenFirst two reward requests only, for accounts of $100K or larger; no further withdrawal limits after that | — | |
| Trade Manipulation Prohibited | yes | — | |
| Capital Exposure Limit Applies | yes Applies whenEligible mergeable funded accounts; Instant Funding cannot be merged; qualifying scaling may permit allocation beyond the standard cap. | — | |
| Trade Coordination And Copy Trading Prohibition | yes Applies whenProhibited between other traders' accounts and via shared devices used to mirror trades; copy trading only from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | — | |
| Daily Reset Time | 00:00 UTC | — | |
| Overnight and Weekend Position Holding Restriction | There are no restrictions on holding positions outside of regular market hours. | — | |
| Trading Day Definition | A day with at least 0.5% profit per day; any day with sufficient trading activity will count Applies whenQualifying trading days need not be consecutive | — | |
| Hedging for Arbitrage Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Prohibited Strategy Consequence | your participation in the program will be terminated and may include forfeiture of any fees paid to the Company Applies whenIf the Company detects that your trading constitutes Prohibited Trading | — | |
| Account Arbitrage Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Maximum Floating PnL Risk Limit | 2% Applies whenFunded Accounts only; Wave Stop applies on all funded accounts excluding instant | — | |
| Minimum Trading Days Applies | yes Applies whenAccount type: Two Step Elite Accounts | — | |
| Payout Method Threshold Amount | 500 USD | — | |
| News Window Profit Cap Percentage | 0.5% Applies whenAccounts opened after 27 April 2026; per payout cycle; trades opened or closed within 5 minutes before/after red-folder or FOMC events; excess profit removed without a breach. | — | |
| Platform Password Change Prohibited | yes Applies whenThe exact password sent by email must be used to access the platform | — | |
| Funded Account Merging Allowed | yes Applies whenFor eligible funded accounts; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged. | — | |
| Unlimited Challenge Attempts Allowed | yes | — | |
| Partial Reward Requests Allowed | yes Applies whenWhen eligible, provided the request meets the minimum payout requirement. | — | |
| Failed Account Retry/Resume Allowed | no Applies whenAccount closed and progress lost on failure; new account must be purchased | — | |
| First Wave Stop Breach Profit Split | 50% Applies whenFunded stage; after the first Wave Stop breach | — | |
| Second Wave Stop Breach Causes Account Breach | yes Applies whenFunded stage; after the second Wave Stop breach | — | |
| Late Payout Compensation Amount | 1000 USD Applies whenWhen the reward is not paid within 24 hours; the guarantee timer pauses on weekends and rewards are processed on business days | — | |
| All Listed Currency Pairs Tradable | yes Applies whenThe currency pairs are listed on the platform the trader wants to use. | — | |
| Profit Retention Allowed | yes Applies whenProvided the account remains within AquaFunded’s rules, terms and trading parameters. | — | |
| Demo Environment Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard Analytics | yes | — | |
| Trading Platform | TradingView | — | |
| Trading Platform | MetaTrader 5 | — | |
| Trading Platform | cTrader | — | |
| Trading Platform | Match-Trader | — | |
| Trading Platform | Trade Locker | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chat Support | yes | — | |
| No Payout Disputes | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Age Requirement | 18 years Applies whenGeneral Terms; EU/UK residents are separately addressed by the jurisdictional clauses. | — | |
| Restricted Jurisdictions | Cuba- Iran- Syria- Vietnam- Kenya–Albania-Algeria-North Korea-Senegal-Myanmar-Russia-Belarus-Sudan-South Sudan-Venezuela-Crimea-Donetsk-Luhansk Applies whenCan trade with restrictions (Instant Funding models only, max $50K funded per trader): Thailand, Brazil, Bulgaria, Japan, Jordan, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines | — | |
| Customer Support Channel Hours | 24/7 Applies whenEmail and website chat support are advertised as available 24/7. | — | |
| Information Liability Disclaimer | yes | — | |
| Non-Broker Status Statement | yes | — | |
| Email Support Response Time | 24 Applies whenTarget reply time for email support | — | |
| Country Restrictions Published | yes | — | |
| Disclaimer of Warranties | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firm Type | CFD | — | |
| Account Size | $5K – $200K | — | |
| Allocation | $400,000 | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program Type | Two Step | — | |
| Drawdown Type | Trailing | — | |
| Daily Drawdown Type | Equity Based | — | |
| Time Period | Unlimited days | — | |
| Profit Split | 90% | — | |
| Profit Cap Applies | yes Applies whenFor all trading accounts opened after 27th April 2026, when profits are generated from trades opened or closed within the five-minute window before or after a red-folder high-impact event, FOMC speech, statement, or related event. | — | |
| First Payout Wait | 7 days Applies whenWith the add-on at checkout (FIRST PAYOUT IN 7 DAYS, called Rewards in 7 Days in the Reward Add-ons article); without it 14 days after the first trade on the funded account | — | |
| Payout Interval | 7 days Applies whenWith the Rewards in 7 Days add-on at checkout; every 14 days without the add-on. The model article names the add-on FIRST PAYOUT IN 7 DAYS Record notesdays | 88/100 benefit points | |
| Scaling Plan Available | yes Applies whenFor eligible funded traders | — | |
| Available to US Residents | yes Applies whenthe United States is not on the restricted list | — | |
| Live Account Path | no | — | |
| No Time Limit | yes | — | |
| Payout Buffer Required | no Applies whenRequest any amount that meets the minimum payout; the account balance must be above the initial account balance, and you do not need to withdraw all available profits | — | |
| Payout Cap Applies | yes Applies whenFor traders with $100K accounts or larger, the first two reward requests | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simulated Trading | yes | — | |
| Entry Fee Refundable | yes Applies whenAfter passing the evaluation, refunded with the fourth payout; a hard breach before the fourth payout makes the fee non-refundable | 100/100 benefit points | |
| One-Time Evaluation Fee | yes | — | |
| Monthly Subscription Required | no Applies whenOne-time fee, no monthly subscription | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Reset Fee Available | no Applies whenAfter a breach a new account must be purchased; the failed account cannot be retried, resumed or continued | — | |
| Entry Fee Refund Trigger | Fourth payout after passing the evaluation Applies whenA hard breach before the fourth payout makes the fee non-refundable | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Target Phase 1 | 10% | 50/100 benefit points | |
| Target Phase 2 | 5% | 75/100 benefit points | |
| Minimum Trading Days | 0 days Applies whenTwo Step Pro evaluation stages have no minimum trading day requirements | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Stop-Loss Required | no | — | |
| Hedging Allowed | yes Applies whenHedging is within the same trading account | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Own-Account Copy Trading Allowed | yes Applies whenOnly from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Third-Party Copy Trading Allowed | no | — | |
| Scalping Allowed | yes Applies whenAs long as all risk and account rules are respected | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Martingale Allowed | yes | — | |
| Weekend Holding Allowed | yes | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Automated Trading Allowed | yes Applies whenThe EA is part of the trader's own personal trading strategy and complies with all AquaFunded trading rules. | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Position Size Limit Applies | no | — | |
| Single-Trade Limit Applies | yes | — | |
| Maximum Holding Duration Limit | no | — | |
| Inactivity Limit | 30 days Applies whenThe rule begins on the date of the first trade. | 33/100 benefit points | |
| High-Frequency Trading Allowed | no | — | |
| Latency Arbitrage Allowed | no | — | |
| Daily Loss Limit Applies | yes | — | |
| Drawdown Trails Open Equity | yes | — | |
| Funded/Payout Consistency Rule | yes Applies whenTwo Step Pro funded stage; purchases on or after 31 August 2026 use 50%, earlier purchases use 25%; payout period. | — | |
| News Trading Allowed | restricted | — | |
| Overnight Holding Allowed | yes | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Account Selling Allowed | no | — | |
| Account Type | Scalping, day trading, and swing trading | — | |
| Certain EA Types Restriction | yes Applies whenProhibited: tick scalping, high frequency trading, arbitrage bots, reverse arbitrage, latency arbitrage, hedge arbitrage and emulators | — | |
| Copy Trading Rule | Copy trading is allowed at our client’s disposal and only from personal accounts that are legally bound to the account holder. Applies whenOnly from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | — | |
| Cross-Account Hedging Restriction | yes | — | |
| Entry Fee Refund Percentage | 100% Applies whenFull evaluation fee, refunded with the fourth payout after passing the evaluation | — | |
| Evaluation/Challenge Requirement | yes Applies whenTwo evaluation steps with 10% and 5% profit targets | — | |
| Funded Account Daily Loss Limit | yes | — | |
| Funded Account Minimum Trading Days | 3 days Applies whenFunded stage; each qualifying day requires at least 0.5% profit; days need not be consecutive. | — | |
| Gapped/Illiquid Market Trading Prohibition | yes Applies whenWhen trading an Equity CFD near market close to profit from the overnight marketing gap, as determined by the Company in its sole and absolute discretion. | — | |
| Late Payout Compensation Cap | 1,000 | — | |
| Leverage by Instrument Class | Evaluation: Forex 1:100, Indices 1:20, Commodities 1:20, Crypto 1:2; Funded: Forex 1:50, Indices 1:10, Commodities 1:10, Crypto 1:2 Applies whenFunded leverage may be increased back to the maximum depending on risk management | — | |
| Max Active Accounts Per Challenge Level | 1 accounts Applies whenUnless prior written approval is granted by the Company | — | |
| Maximum Active Funded Allocation | 400,000 Applies whenEligible funded accounts; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged. | — | |
| Maximum Daily Drawdown | 5% | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Maximum Leverage | 1:100 Applies whenMaximum leverage; funded stage starts at 1:50 and may increase back to 1:100 based on risk management | — | |
| Maximum Loss Type | trailing Applies when10% of the starting balance below the highest balance or equity | — | |
| Maximum Overall Drawdown | 10% | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Maximum Scale-Up Account Size | 4000000 USD | — | |
| Minimum Profitable Days Count | 3 days Applies whenFunded stage only; each qualifying day requires at least 0.5% profit; days need not be consecutive | — | |
| Minimum Profitable Trading Days For Funded Payout | 3 days Applies whenOnce funded; each qualifying day must achieve at least 0.5% profit; days need not be consecutive. | — | |
| Multiple Accounts Allowed | yes Applies whenEligible funded accounts only; maximum active funded allocation $400,000; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged | — | |
| News Profit Split Rule | yes Applies whenAccounts opened after 27 April 2026: profit from trades within 5 minutes of red-folder or FOMC news is capped at 0.5% of the starting balance per payout cycle, the excess is removed without a breach; older funded accounts lose such profits | — | |
| No Arbitrage | yes | — | |
| No Leverage on Cryptocurrency | no Applies whenCrypto is traded with 1:2 leverage | — | |
| No Refunds Policy | no Applies whenThe evaluation fee is refunded with the fourth payout after passing the evaluation | — | |
| No Wait for First Payout | no Applies whenFirst payout 14 days after the first trade on the funded account; 7 days with the Rewards in 7 Days add-on | — | |
| Overleveraging Prohibition | yes Applies whenNo more than 80% of the available margin in a single trade or trading position; profits from violating trades are deducted, and repeated or severe violations may lead to a reset or breach | — | |
| Payout Ratio | yes | — | |
| Profit Split Add-On Percentage | 100% Applies whenWith the Lifetime Profit Split 100% add-on at checkout | — | |
| Profit Split Customizable | yes Applies whenWith the Lifetime Profit Split 100% add-on at checkout; 90% as standard | — | |
| Profit Target Required | yes Applies whenEvaluation stages; Step 1 and Step 2 profit targets must be achieved without rule breaches. | — | |
| Scaling Plan Balance Increase Percentage | 25% Applies whenIf the scaling request is approved | — | |
| Scaling Plan Eligibility Period | 3 months Applies when12% profit within a 3-month period; the balance then increases by 25% of the initial balance, repeatable up to $4,000,000 | — | |
| Scaling Profit Requirement | 12% Applies whenFor qualifying funded accounts | — | |
| Scaling Profit Target Required | yes Applies whenFor qualifying funded accounts | — | |
| System Error Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Third-Party Copying of Trader's Trades Allowed | no Applies whenCopy trading between other traders accounts is prohibited | — | |
| Third-Party EA Allowed | no Applies whenEAs only as part of the trader's own strategy; any third-party strategy, off-the-shelf strategy or one marketed to pass challenge accounts is prohibited | — | |
| Tick Scalping Minimum Holding Time | 2 minutes | — | |
| Time Limit Applies | no | — | |
| Trades Must Be Closed for Payout Request | yes | — | |
| Trading Day Profit Threshold | 0.5% Applies whenFor each day to count as a qualifying trading day | — | |
| Trading Period Limit | 0 days | — | |
| Unlimited Challenge Accounts Allowed | no Applies whenPer challenge level, absent prior written approval by the Company | — | |
| Withdrawal Frequency Restriction | yes | — | |
| Spread Type | floating | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Indices | 0 | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Metals | 5 Applies whenRate stated for commodities | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Crypto | 0 | — | |
| Account Sharing Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Profit Split Percentage | 90% Applies whenStandard split | 90/100 benefit points | |
| Payout Processing Time | 24 hours Applies whenpayout guarantee | — | |
| Minimum Withdrawal Amount | 100 | — | |
| Withdrawal Profit Target Requirement | yes Applies whenThe account balance must be above the initial account balance, with no rule violations and all trades and pending orders closed. | — | |
| On-Demand Payout Allowed | no Applies whenFixed 14-day reward cycle; the Rewards in 7 Days add-on at checkout shortens it to 7 days; Rewards On Demand is available on Instant Funding models only | — | |
| Guardian Shield Trigger Level | 2% Applies whenFunded Accounts only. Record notesaccount balance | — | |
| Overnight and Weekend Holding Allowed | yes | — | |
| Tick Scalping Prohibition | yes | — | |
| News Trading Restriction Window | 5 minutes | — | |
| Consistency Rule Percentage Limit | 50% Applies whenFunded stage; new Two Step Pro purchases made on or after 31 August 2026 | — | |
| Coordinated Group Trading Allowed | no Applies whenAny form of coordinated trading that compromises individual account integrity is prohibited | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - FX | 5 | — | |
| Maximum Position Size | No maximum stated | — | |
| Swap-Free Trading Status | yes Applies whenWith the Swap Free add-on at checkout; without it, swap fees apply when a position is held overnight | — | |
| Refund Policy Statement | Yes! The Evaluation fee you paid for the account you completed is fully refundable when you receive your fourth payout. If you hard-breach your account before reaching your fourth payout it is not refundable. Applies whenEvaluation fee | — | |
| Performance Reward Starting Percentage | 90% Applies whenStandard split; 100% with the Lifetime Profit Split 100% add-on at checkout | — | |
| Performance Reward Ceiling | 100% | — | |
| Payout Eligibility Minimums | Once funded, you must complete 3 trading days with at least 0.5% profit on each qualifying day. These days do not need to be consecutive. Applies whenOnce funded | — | |
| Software / AI / High-Speed Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Scaling Plan Description | Eligible traders can scale up to a maximum allocation of $4,000,000. | — | |
| Maximum Payout Amount | 10,000 Applies whenFirst two reward requests only, for accounts of $100K or larger; no further withdrawal limits after that | — | |
| Trade Manipulation Prohibited | yes | — | |
| Capital Exposure Limit Applies | yes Applies whenEligible mergeable funded accounts; Instant Funding cannot be merged; qualifying scaling may permit allocation beyond the standard cap. | — | |
| Trade Coordination And Copy Trading Prohibition | yes Applies whenProhibited between other traders' accounts and via shared devices used to mirror trades; copy trading only from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | — | |
| Daily Reset Time | 00:00 UTC | — | |
| Overnight and Weekend Position Holding Restriction | There are no restrictions on holding positions outside of regular market hours. | — | |
| Trading Day Definition | A day where you achieve at least 0.5% profit Applies whenQualifying trading days need not be consecutive | — | |
| Hedging for Arbitrage Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Prohibited Strategy Consequence | your participation in the program will be terminated and may include forfeiture of any fees paid to the Company Applies whenIf the Company detects that your trading constitutes Prohibited Trading | — | |
| Account Arbitrage Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Maximum Floating PnL Risk Limit | 2% Applies whenFunded Accounts only; Wave Stop applies on all funded accounts excluding instant | — | |
| Minimum Trading Days Applies | yes Applies whenAccount type: Two Step Pro Funded Stage | — | |
| Payout Method Threshold Amount | 500 USD | — | |
| News Window Profit Cap Percentage | 0.5% Applies whenAccounts opened after 27 April 2026; per payout cycle; trades opened or closed within 5 minutes before/after red-folder or FOMC events; excess profit removed without a breach. | — | |
| Platform Password Change Prohibited | yes Applies whenThe exact password sent by email must be used to access the platform | — | |
| Funded Account Merging Allowed | yes Applies whenFor eligible funded accounts; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged. | — | |
| Unlimited Challenge Attempts Allowed | yes | — | |
| Partial Reward Requests Allowed | yes Applies whenWhen eligible, provided the request meets the minimum payout requirement. | — | |
| Failed Account Retry/Resume Allowed | no Applies whenAccount closed and progress lost on failure; new account must be purchased | — | |
| First Wave Stop Breach Profit Split | 50% Applies whenFunded stage; after the first Wave Stop breach | — | |
| Second Wave Stop Breach Causes Account Breach | yes Applies whenFunded stage; after the second Wave Stop breach | — | |
| Late Payout Compensation Amount | 1000 USD Applies whenWhen the reward is not paid within 24 hours; the guarantee timer pauses on weekends and rewards are processed on business days | — | |
| All Listed Currency Pairs Tradable | yes Applies whenThe currency pairs are listed on the platform the trader wants to use. | — | |
| Profit Retention Allowed | yes Applies whenProvided the account remains within AquaFunded’s rules, terms and trading parameters. | — | |
| Demo Environment Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard Analytics | yes | — | |
| Trading Platform | TradingView | — | |
| Trading Platform | MetaTrader 5 | — | |
| Trading Platform | cTrader | — | |
| Trading Platform | Match-Trader | — | |
| Trading Platform | Trade Locker | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chat Support | yes | — | |
| No Payout Disputes | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Age Requirement | 18 years Applies whenGeneral Terms; EU/UK residents are separately addressed by the jurisdictional clauses. | — | |
| Restricted Jurisdictions | Cuba- Iran- Syria- Vietnam- Kenya–Albania-Algeria-North Korea-Senegal-Myanmar-Russia-Belarus-Sudan-South Sudan-Venezuela-Crimea-Donetsk-Luhansk Applies whenCan trade with restrictions (Instant Funding models only, max $50K funded per trader): Thailand, Brazil, Bulgaria, Japan, Jordan, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines | — | |
| Customer Support Channel Hours | 24/7 Applies whenEmail and website chat support are advertised as available 24/7. | — | |
| Information Liability Disclaimer | yes | — | |
| Non-Broker Status Statement | yes | — | |
| Email Support Response Time | 24 Applies whenTarget reply time for email support | — | |
| Country Restrictions Published | yes | — | |
| Disclaimer of Warranties | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firm Type | CFD | — | |
| Account Size | $5K – $200K | — | |
| Allocation | $400,000 | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program Type | Two Step | — | |
| Drawdown Type | Static | — | |
| Daily Drawdown Type | Equity Based | — | |
| Time Period | Unlimited days | — | |
| Profit Split | 90% | — | |
| Profit Cap Applies | yes Applies whenFor all trading accounts opened after 27th April 2026, when profits are generated from trades opened or closed within the five-minute window before or after a red-folder high-impact event, FOMC speech, statement, or related event. | — | |
| First Payout Wait | 7 days Applies whenWith the add-on at checkout (FIRST PAYOUT IN 7 DAYS, called Rewards in 7 Days in the Reward Add-ons article); without it 14 days after the first trade on the funded account | — | |
| Payout Interval | 7 days Applies whenWith the Rewards in 7 Days add-on at checkout; every 14 days without the add-on. The model article names the add-on FIRST PAYOUT IN 7 DAYS Record notesdays | 88/100 benefit points | |
| Scaling Plan Available | yes Applies whenFor eligible funded traders | — | |
| Available to US Residents | yes Applies whenthe United States is not on the restricted list | — | |
| Live Account Path | no | — | |
| No Time Limit | yes | — | |
| Payout Buffer Required | no Applies whenRequest any amount that meets the minimum payout; the account balance must be above the initial account balance, and you do not need to withdraw all available profits | — | |
| Payout Cap Applies | yes Applies whenFor traders with $100K accounts or larger, the first two reward requests | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simulated Trading | yes | — | |
| Entry Fee Refundable | yes Applies whenAfter passing the evaluation, refunded with the fourth payout; a hard breach before the fourth payout makes the fee non-refundable | 100/100 benefit points | |
| One-Time Evaluation Fee | yes | — | |
| Monthly Subscription Required | no Applies whenOne-time fee, no monthly subscription | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Reset Fee Available | no Applies whenAfter a breach a new account must be purchased; the failed account cannot be retried, resumed or continued | — | |
| Entry Fee Refund Trigger | Fourth payout after passing the evaluation Applies whenA hard breach before the fourth payout makes the fee non-refundable | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Target Phase 1 | 8% | 60/100 benefit points | |
| Target Phase 2 | 5% | 75/100 benefit points | |
| Minimum Trading Days | 3 days | — | |
| Stop-Loss Required | no | — | |
| Hedging Allowed | yes Applies whenHedging is within the same trading account | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Own-Account Copy Trading Allowed | yes Applies whenOnly from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Third-Party Copy Trading Allowed | no | — | |
| Scalping Allowed | yes Applies whenAs long as all risk and account rules are respected | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Martingale Allowed | yes | — | |
| Weekend Holding Allowed | yes | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Automated Trading Allowed | yes Applies whenThe EA is part of the trader's own personal trading strategy and complies with all AquaFunded trading rules. | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Position Size Limit Applies | no | — | |
| Single-Trade Limit Applies | yes | — | |
| Maximum Holding Duration Limit | no | — | |
| Inactivity Limit | 30 days Applies whenThe rule begins on the date of the first trade. | 33/100 benefit points | |
| High-Frequency Trading Allowed | no | — | |
| Latency Arbitrage Allowed | no | — | |
| Daily Loss Limit Applies | yes | — | |
| Drawdown Trails Open Equity | no | — | |
| News Trading Allowed | restricted | — | |
| Overnight Holding Allowed | yes | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Account Selling Allowed | no | — | |
| Account Type | Scalping, day trading, and swing trading | — | |
| Certain EA Types Restriction | yes Applies whenProhibited: tick scalping, high frequency trading, arbitrage bots, reverse arbitrage, latency arbitrage, hedge arbitrage and emulators | — | |
| Copy Trading Rule | Copy trading is allowed at our client’s disposal and only from personal accounts that are legally bound to the account holder. Applies whenOnly from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | — | |
| Cross-Account Hedging Restriction | yes | — | |
| Entry Fee Refund Percentage | 100% Applies whenFull evaluation fee, refunded with the fourth payout after passing the evaluation | — | |
| Evaluation/Challenge Requirement | yes Applies whenTwo evaluation steps with 8% and 5% profit targets | — | |
| Funded Account Daily Loss Limit | yes | — | |
| Funded Account Minimum Trading Days | 3 days Applies whenAccount type: 2 Step Standard Accounts; 3 minimum trading days before evaluation passage or payout eligibility | — | |
| Gapped/Illiquid Market Trading Prohibition | yes Applies whenWhen trading an Equity CFD near market close to profit from the overnight marketing gap, as determined by the Company in its sole and absolute discretion. | — | |
| Late Payout Compensation Cap | 1,000 | — | |
| Leverage by Instrument Class | Evaluation maximum: Forex 1:100, Indices 1:20, Commodities 1:20, Crypto 1:2; Funded starting: Forex 1:50, Indices 1:10, Commodities 1:10, Crypto 1:2 (may increase to maximum based on risk management) Applies whenEvaluation maximum applied to all evaluation phases; funded leverage starts lower and may increase to the maximum depending on risk management. | — | |
| Max Active Accounts Per Challenge Level | 1 accounts Applies whenUnless prior written approval is granted by the Company | — | |
| Maximum Active Funded Allocation | 400,000 Applies whenEligible funded accounts; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged. | — | |
| Maximum Daily Drawdown | 5% | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Maximum Leverage | 1:100 Applies whenMaximum in all evaluation phases; funded FX leverage starts at 1:50 and may return to the maximum based on risk management. | — | |
| Maximum Loss Type | static Applies whenFixed limit at 92% of the initial balance Record notesinitial account balance | — | |
| Maximum Overall Drawdown | 8% Record notesinitial account balance | 80/100 benefit points | |
| Maximum Scale-Up Account Size | 4000000 USD | — | |
| Minimum Profitable Days Count | 3 days Applies whenEach qualifying trading day requires at least 0.5% profit; days need not be consecutive; applies to Two Step Standard evaluation/funded | — | |
| Minimum Profitable Trading Days For Funded Payout | 3 days Applies whenBefore passing each step and before requesting a reward; each qualifying day needs at least 0.5% profit | — | |
| Multiple Accounts Allowed | yes Applies whenEligible funded accounts only; maximum active funded allocation $400,000; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged | — | |
| News Profit Split Rule | yes Applies whenAccounts opened after 27 April 2026: profit from trades within 5 minutes of red-folder or FOMC news is capped at 0.5% of the starting balance per payout cycle, the excess is removed without a breach; older funded accounts lose such profits | — | |
| No Arbitrage | yes | — | |
| No Leverage on Cryptocurrency | no Applies whenCrypto is traded with 1:2 leverage | — | |
| No Refunds Policy | no Applies whenThe evaluation fee is refunded with the fourth payout after passing the evaluation | — | |
| No Wait for First Payout | no Applies whenFirst payout 14 days after the first trade on the funded account; 7 days with the Rewards in 7 Days add-on | — | |
| Overleveraging Prohibition | yes Applies whenNo more than 80% of the available margin in a single trade or trading position; profits from violating trades are deducted, and repeated or severe violations may lead to a reset or breach | — | |
| Payout Ratio | yes | — | |
| Profit Split Add-On Percentage | 100% Applies whenWith the Lifetime Profit Split 100% add-on at checkout | — | |
| Profit Split Customizable | yes Applies whenWith the Lifetime Profit Split 100% add-on at checkout; 90% as standard | — | |
| Profit Target Required | yes | — | |
| Scaling Plan Balance Increase Percentage | 25% Applies whenIf the scaling request is approved | — | |
| Scaling Plan Eligibility Period | 3 months Applies when12% profit within a 3-month period; the balance then increases by 25% of the initial balance, repeatable up to $4,000,000 | — | |
| Scaling Profit Requirement | 12% Applies whenFor qualifying funded accounts | — | |
| Scaling Profit Target Required | yes Applies whenFor qualifying funded accounts | — | |
| System Error Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Third-Party Copying of Trader's Trades Allowed | no Applies whenCopy trading between other traders accounts is prohibited | — | |
| Third-Party EA Allowed | no Applies whenEAs only as part of the trader's own strategy; any third-party strategy, off-the-shelf strategy or one marketed to pass challenge accounts is prohibited | — | |
| Tick Scalping Minimum Holding Time | 2 minutes | — | |
| Time Limit Applies | no | — | |
| Trades Must Be Closed for Payout Request | yes | — | |
| Trading Day Profit Threshold | 0.5% Applies whenFor a day to count toward the minimum of 3 trading days required in each evaluation step | — | |
| Trading Period Limit | 0 days | — | |
| Unlimited Challenge Accounts Allowed | no Applies whenPer challenge level, absent prior written approval by the Company | — | |
| Withdrawal Frequency Restriction | yes | — | |
| Spread Type | floating | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Indices | 0 | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Metals | 5 Applies whenRate stated for commodities | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Crypto | 0 | — | |
| Account Sharing Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Profit Split Percentage | 90% Applies whenStandard split | 90/100 benefit points | |
| Payout Processing Time | 24 hours Applies whenpayout guarantee | — | |
| Minimum Withdrawal Amount | 100 | — | |
| Withdrawal Profit Target Requirement | yes Applies whenThe account balance must be above the initial account balance, with no rule violations and all trades and pending orders closed. | — | |
| On-Demand Payout Allowed | no Applies whenFixed 14-day reward cycle; the Rewards in 7 Days add-on at checkout shortens it to 7 days; Rewards On Demand is available on Instant Funding models only | — | |
| Guardian Shield Trigger Level | 2% Applies whenFunded Accounts only. Record notesaccount balance | — | |
| Overnight and Weekend Holding Allowed | yes | — | |
| Tick Scalping Prohibition | yes | — | |
| News Trading Restriction Window | 5 minutes | — | |
| Coordinated Group Trading Allowed | no Applies whenAny form of coordinated trading that compromises individual account integrity is prohibited | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - FX | 5 | — | |
| Maximum Position Size | No maximum stated | — | |
| Swap-Free Trading Status | yes Applies whenWith the Swap Free add-on at checkout; without it, swap fees apply when a position is held overnight | — | |
| Refund Policy Statement | Yes! The Evaluation fee you paid for the account you completed is fully refundable when you receive your fourth payout. If you hard-breach your account before reaching your fourth payout it is not refundable. Applies whenEvaluation fee | — | |
| Performance Reward Starting Percentage | 90% Applies whenStandard split; 100% with the Lifetime Profit Split 100% add-on at checkout | — | |
| Performance Reward Ceiling | 100% | — | |
| Payout Eligibility Minimums | 14 days after placing their first trade on the funded account. Applies whenFirst payout; the account balance must also be above the initial account balance, with no rule violations and all trades and pending orders closed. | — | |
| Software / AI / High-Speed Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Scaling Plan Description | Eligible traders can scale up to a maximum allocation of $4,000,000. | — | |
| Maximum Payout Amount | 10,000 Applies whenFirst two reward requests only, for accounts of $100K or larger; no further withdrawal limits after that | — | |
| Trade Manipulation Prohibited | yes | — | |
| Capital Exposure Limit Applies | yes Applies whenEligible mergeable funded accounts; Instant Funding cannot be merged; qualifying scaling may permit allocation beyond the standard cap. | — | |
| Trade Coordination And Copy Trading Prohibition | yes Applies whenProhibited between other traders' accounts and via shared devices used to mirror trades; copy trading only from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | — | |
| Daily Reset Time | 00:00 UTC | — | |
| Overnight and Weekend Position Holding Restriction | There are no restrictions on holding positions outside of regular market hours. | — | |
| Trading Day Definition | A day where you achieve at least 0.5% profit Applies whenQualifying trading days need not be consecutive | — | |
| Hedging for Arbitrage Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Prohibited Strategy Consequence | your participation in the program will be terminated and may include forfeiture of any fees paid to the Company Applies whenIf the Company detects that your trading constitutes Prohibited Trading | — | |
| Account Arbitrage Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Maximum Floating PnL Risk Limit | 2% Applies whenFunded Accounts only; Wave Stop applies on all funded accounts excluding instant | — | |
| Minimum Trading Days Applies | yes Applies whenAccount type: Two Step Standard Accounts | — | |
| Payout Method Threshold Amount | 500 USD | — | |
| News Window Profit Cap Percentage | 0.5% Applies whenAccounts opened after 27 April 2026; per payout cycle; trades opened or closed within 5 minutes before/after red-folder or FOMC events; excess profit removed without a breach. | — | |
| Platform Password Change Prohibited | yes Applies whenThe exact password sent by email must be used to access the platform | — | |
| Funded Account Merging Allowed | yes Applies whenFor eligible funded accounts; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged. | — | |
| Unlimited Challenge Attempts Allowed | yes | — | |
| Partial Reward Requests Allowed | yes Applies whenWhen eligible, provided the request meets the minimum payout requirement. | — | |
| Failed Account Retry/Resume Allowed | no Applies whenAccount closed and progress lost on failure; new account must be purchased | — | |
| First Wave Stop Breach Profit Split | 50% Applies whenFunded stage; after the first Wave Stop breach | — | |
| Second Wave Stop Breach Causes Account Breach | yes Applies whenFunded stage; after the second Wave Stop breach | — | |
| Late Payout Compensation Amount | 1000 USD Applies whenWhen the reward is not paid within 24 hours; the guarantee timer pauses on weekends and rewards are processed on business days | — | |
| All Listed Currency Pairs Tradable | yes Applies whenThe currency pairs are listed on the platform the trader wants to use. | — | |
| Profit Retention Allowed | yes Applies whenProvided the account remains within AquaFunded’s rules, terms and trading parameters. | — | |
| Demo Environment Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard Analytics | yes | — | |
| Trading Platform | TradingView | — | |
| Trading Platform | MetaTrader 5 | — | |
| Trading Platform | cTrader | — | |
| Trading Platform | Match-Trader | — | |
| Trading Platform | Trade Locker | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chat Support | yes | — | |
| No Payout Disputes | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Age Requirement | 18 years Applies whenGeneral Terms; EU/UK residents are separately addressed by the jurisdictional clauses. | — | |
| Restricted Jurisdictions | Cuba- Iran- Syria- Vietnam- Kenya–Albania-Algeria-North Korea-Senegal-Myanmar-Russia-Belarus-Sudan-South Sudan-Venezuela-Crimea-Donetsk-Luhansk Applies whenCan trade with restrictions (Instant Funding models only, max $50K funded per trader): Thailand, Brazil, Bulgaria, Japan, Jordan, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines | — | |
| Customer Support Channel Hours | 24/7 Applies whenEmail and website chat support are advertised as available 24/7. | — | |
| Information Liability Disclaimer | yes | — | |
| Non-Broker Status Statement | yes | — | |
| Email Support Response Time | 24 Applies whenTarget reply time for email support | — | |
| Country Restrictions Published | yes | — | |
| Disclaimer of Warranties | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firm Type | CFD | — | |
| Account Size | $5K – $100K | — | |
| Allocation | $400,000 | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program Type | One Step | — | |
| Drawdown Type | Static | — | |
| Daily Drawdown Type | Equity Based | — | |
| Time Period | Unlimited days | — | |
| Profit Split | 90% | — | |
| Profit Cap Applies | yes Applies whenFor all trading accounts opened after 27th April 2026, when profits are generated from trades opened or closed within the five-minute window before or after a red-folder high-impact event, FOMC speech, statement, or related event. | — | |
| First Payout Wait | 7 days Applies whenWith the add-on at checkout (FIRST PAYOUT IN 7 DAYS, called Rewards in 7 Days in the Reward Add-ons article); without it 14 days after the first trade on the funded account | — | |
| Payout Interval | 7 days Applies whenWith the Rewards in 7 Days add-on at checkout; every 14 days without the add-on. The model article names the add-on FIRST PAYOUT IN 7 DAYS Record notesdays | 88/100 benefit points | |
| Scaling Plan Available | yes Applies whenFor eligible funded traders | — | |
| Available to US Residents | yes Applies whenthe United States is not on the restricted list | — | |
| Live Account Path | no | — | |
| No Time Limit | yes | — | |
| Payout Buffer Required | no Applies whenRequest any amount that meets the minimum payout; the account balance must be above the initial account balance, and you do not need to withdraw all available profits | — | |
| Payout Cap Applies | yes Applies whenFor traders with $100K accounts or larger, the first two reward requests | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simulated Trading | yes | — | |
| Entry Fee Refundable | yes Applies whenAfter passing the evaluation, refunded with the fourth payout; a hard breach before the fourth payout makes the fee non-refundable | 100/100 benefit points | |
| One-Time Evaluation Fee | yes | — | |
| Monthly Subscription Required | no Applies whenOne-time fee, no monthly subscription | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Reset Fee Available | no Applies whenAfter a breach a new account must be purchased; the failed account cannot be retried, resumed or continued | — | |
| Entry Fee Refund Trigger | Fourth payout after passing the evaluation Applies whenA hard breach before the fourth payout makes the fee non-refundable | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Target Phase 1 | 10% | 50/100 benefit points | |
| Minimum Trading Days | 0 days Applies when1 Step Flex Evaluation has no minimum trading days requirement | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Stop-Loss Required | no | — | |
| Hedging Allowed | yes Applies whenHedging is within the same trading account | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Own-Account Copy Trading Allowed | yes Applies whenOnly from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Third-Party Copy Trading Allowed | no | — | |
| Scalping Allowed | yes Applies whenAs long as all risk and account rules are respected | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Martingale Allowed | yes | — | |
| Weekend Holding Allowed | yes | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Automated Trading Allowed | yes Applies whenThe EA is part of the trader's own personal trading strategy and complies with all AquaFunded trading rules. | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Position Size Limit Applies | no | — | |
| Single-Trade Limit Applies | yes | — | |
| Maximum Holding Duration Limit | no | — | |
| Inactivity Limit | 30 days Applies whenThe rule begins on the date of the first trade. | 33/100 benefit points | |
| High-Frequency Trading Allowed | no | — | |
| Latency Arbitrage Allowed | no | — | |
| Daily Loss Limit Applies | yes | — | |
| Drawdown Trails Open Equity | no Applies whenEvaluation and funded stages; 12% for purchases on or after 31 August 2026, 10% for earlier purchases | — | |
| News Trading Allowed | restricted | — | |
| Overnight Holding Allowed | yes | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Account Selling Allowed | no | — | |
| Account Type | Scalping, day trading, and swing trading | — | |
| Certain EA Types Restriction | yes Applies whenProhibited: tick scalping, high frequency trading, arbitrage bots, reverse arbitrage, latency arbitrage, hedge arbitrage and emulators | — | |
| Copy Trading Rule | Copy trading is allowed at our client’s disposal and only from personal accounts that are legally bound to the account holder. Applies whenOnly from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | — | |
| Cross-Account Hedging Restriction | yes | — | |
| Entry Fee Refund Percentage | 100% Applies whenFull evaluation fee, refunded with the fourth payout after passing the evaluation | — | |
| Evaluation/Challenge Requirement | yes Applies whenOne evaluation step with a 10% profit target | — | |
| Funded Account Daily Loss Limit | yes | — | |
| Funded Account Minimum Trading Days | 3 days Applies whenFunded account; before the first reward request; 3 qualifying days at 0.5% profit each; days need not be consecutive. | — | |
| Gapped/Illiquid Market Trading Prohibition | yes Applies whenWhen trading an Equity CFD near market close to profit from the overnight marketing gap, as determined by the Company in its sole and absolute discretion. | — | |
| Late Payout Compensation Cap | 1,000 | — | |
| Leverage by Instrument Class | - Forex 1:100 - Indices : 1:20 - Commodities : 1:20 - Crypto : 1:2 Applies whenEvaluation phase | — | |
| Max Active Accounts Per Challenge Level | 1 accounts Applies whenUnless prior written approval is granted by the Company | — | |
| Maximum Active Funded Allocation | 400,000 Applies whenEligible funded accounts; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged. | — | |
| Maximum Daily Drawdown | 3% Applies whenEvaluation and funded; daily reset at 00:00 UTC uses the higher of balance and equity; the resulting 3% limit applies for the next day. | 60/100 benefit points | |
| Maximum Leverage | 1:100 Applies whenEvaluation, Forex; funded Forex leverage starts at 1:50 and may be increased back to 1:100 depending on risk management | — | |
| Maximum Loss Type | static Applies when12% of the initial account balance for purchases on or after 31 August 2026, 10% for earlier purchases Record notesinitial account balance | — | |
| Maximum Overall Drawdown | 12% Applies whenNew One Step Flex purchase on or after 31 August 2026; current newly purchasable account. | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Maximum Scale-Up Account Size | 4000000 USD | — | |
| Minimum Profitable Days Count | 3 days Applies whenOne Step Flex funded stage; 3 qualifying trading days each achieving at least 0.5% profit; days need not be consecutive | — | |
| Minimum Profitable Trading Days For Funded Payout | 3 days Applies whenOne Step Flex funded stage; before the first reward request; each day requires at least 0.5% profit. | — | |
| Multiple Accounts Allowed | yes Applies whenEligible funded accounts only; maximum active funded allocation $400,000; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged | — | |
| News Profit Split Rule | yes Applies whenAccounts opened after 27 April 2026: profit from trades within 5 minutes of red-folder or FOMC news is capped at 0.5% of the starting balance per payout cycle, the excess is removed without a breach; older funded accounts lose such profits | — | |
| No Arbitrage | yes | — | |
| No Leverage on Cryptocurrency | no Applies whenCrypto is traded with 1:2 leverage | — | |
| No Refunds Policy | no Applies whenThe evaluation fee is refunded with the fourth payout after passing the evaluation | — | |
| No Wait for First Payout | no Applies whenFirst payout 14 days after the first trade on the funded account; 7 days with the Rewards in 7 Days add-on | — | |
| Overleveraging Prohibition | yes Applies whenNo more than 80% of the available margin in a single trade or trading position; profits from violating trades are deducted, and repeated or severe violations may lead to a reset or breach | — | |
| Payout Ratio | yes | — | |
| Profit Split Add-On Percentage | 100% Applies whenWith the Lifetime Profit Split 100% add-on at checkout | — | |
| Profit Split Customizable | yes Applies whenWith the Lifetime Profit Split 100% add-on at checkout; 90% as standard | — | |
| Profit Target Required | yes Applies whenOne Step Flex Step 1 evaluation; all trading rules and parameters must be observed. | — | |
| Scaling Plan Balance Increase Percentage | 25% Applies whenIf the scaling request is approved | — | |
| Scaling Plan Eligibility Period | 3 months Applies when12% profit within a 3-month period; the balance then increases by 25% of the initial balance, repeatable up to $4,000,000 | — | |
| Scaling Profit Requirement | 12% Applies whenFor qualifying funded accounts | — | |
| Scaling Profit Target Required | yes Applies whenFor qualifying funded accounts | — | |
| System Error Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Third-Party Copying of Trader's Trades Allowed | no Applies whenCopy trading between other traders accounts is prohibited | — | |
| Third-Party EA Allowed | no Applies whenEAs only as part of the trader's own strategy; any third-party strategy, off-the-shelf strategy or one marketed to pass challenge accounts is prohibited | — | |
| Tick Scalping Minimum Holding Time | 2 minutes | — | |
| Time Limit Applies | no | — | |
| Trades Must Be Closed for Payout Request | yes | — | |
| Trading Day Profit Threshold | 0.5% Applies whenFunded only | — | |
| Trading Period Limit | 0 days | — | |
| Unlimited Challenge Accounts Allowed | no Applies whenPer challenge level, absent prior written approval by the Company | — | |
| Withdrawal Frequency Restriction | yes | — | |
| Spread Type | floating | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Indices | 0 | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Metals | 5 Applies whenRate stated for commodities | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Crypto | 0 | — | |
| Account Sharing Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Profit Split Percentage | 90% Applies whenStandard split | 90/100 benefit points | |
| Payout Processing Time | 24 hours Applies whenpayout guarantee | — | |
| Minimum Withdrawal Amount | 100 | — | |
| Withdrawal Profit Target Requirement | yes Applies whenThe account balance must be above the initial account balance, with no rule violations and all trades and pending orders closed. | — | |
| On-Demand Payout Allowed | no Applies whenFixed 14-day reward cycle; the Rewards in 7 Days add-on at checkout shortens it to 7 days; Rewards On Demand is available on Instant Funding models only | — | |
| Overnight and Weekend Holding Allowed | yes | — | |
| Tick Scalping Prohibition | yes | — | |
| News Trading Restriction Window | 5 minutes | — | |
| Coordinated Group Trading Allowed | no Applies whenAny form of coordinated trading that compromises individual account integrity is prohibited | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - FX | 5 | — | |
| Maximum Position Size | No maximum stated | — | |
| Swap-Free Trading Status | yes Applies whenWith the Swap Free add-on at checkout; without it, swap fees apply when a position is held overnight | — | |
| Refund Policy Statement | Yes! The Evaluation fee you paid for the account you completed is fully refundable when you receive your fourth payout. If you hard-breach your account before reaching your fourth payout it is not refundable. Applies whenEvaluation fee | — | |
| Performance Reward Starting Percentage | 90% Applies whenStandard split; 100% with the Lifetime Profit Split 100% add-on at checkout | — | |
| Performance Reward Ceiling | 100% | — | |
| Payout Eligibility Minimums | Once you become funded, you must complete a minimum of 3 trading days before requesting your first reward. Each qualifying trading day must achieve at least 0.5% profit. Applies whenFunded only, before requesting the first reward | — | |
| Software / AI / High-Speed Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Scaling Plan Description | Eligible traders can scale up to a maximum allocation of $4,000,000. | — | |
| Maximum Payout Amount | 10,000 Applies whenFirst two reward requests only, for accounts of $100K or larger; no further withdrawal limits after that | — | |
| Trade Manipulation Prohibited | yes | — | |
| Capital Exposure Limit Applies | yes Applies whenEligible mergeable funded accounts; Instant Funding cannot be merged; qualifying scaling may permit allocation beyond the standard cap. | — | |
| Trade Coordination And Copy Trading Prohibition | yes Applies whenProhibited between other traders' accounts and via shared devices used to mirror trades; copy trading only from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | — | |
| Daily Reset Time | 00:00 UTC | — | |
| Overnight and Weekend Position Holding Restriction | There are no restrictions on holding positions outside of regular market hours. | — | |
| Trading Day Definition | A day where you achieve at least 0.5% profit; qualifying days need not be consecutive Applies whenQualifying trading days need not be consecutive | — | |
| Hedging for Arbitrage Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Prohibited Strategy Consequence | your participation in the program will be terminated and may include forfeiture of any fees paid to the Company Applies whenIf the Company detects that your trading constitutes Prohibited Trading | — | |
| Account Arbitrage Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Maximum Floating PnL Risk Limit | 1% Applies whenFunded accounts only (WaveStop 1%); first strike: reward split reduced to 50%, second strike: 25%, third strike: account permanently breached; does not apply during the evaluation Record notesaccount balance | — | |
| Minimum Trading Days Applies | yes Applies whenAccount type: One Step Flex Funded Stage | — | |
| Payout Method Threshold Amount | 500 USD | — | |
| News Window Profit Cap Percentage | 0.5% Applies whenAccounts opened after 27 April 2026; per payout cycle; trades opened or closed within 5 minutes before/after red-folder or FOMC events; excess profit removed without a breach. | — | |
| Platform Password Change Prohibited | yes Applies whenThe exact password sent by email must be used to access the platform | — | |
| Funded Account Merging Allowed | yes Applies whenFor eligible funded accounts; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged. | — | |
| Unlimited Challenge Attempts Allowed | yes | — | |
| Partial Reward Requests Allowed | yes Applies whenWhen eligible, provided the request meets the minimum payout requirement. | — | |
| Failed Account Retry/Resume Allowed | no Applies whenAccount closed and progress lost on failure; new account must be purchased | — | |
| First Wave Stop Breach Profit Split | 50% Applies whenFunded account, upon reaching the first WaveStop strike at -1% floating PnL | — | |
| Second Wave Stop Breach Causes Account Breach | no Applies whenFunded account; after the second strike at -1% floating PnL. | — | |
| Late Payout Compensation Amount | 1000 USD Applies whenWhen the reward is not paid within 24 hours; the guarantee timer pauses on weekends and rewards are processed on business days | — | |
| All Listed Currency Pairs Tradable | yes Applies whenThe currency pairs are listed on the platform the trader wants to use. | — | |
| Profit Retention Allowed | yes Applies whenProvided the account remains within AquaFunded’s rules, terms and trading parameters. | — | |
| Demo Environment Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Wave Stop Applicability by Stage | yes Applies whenFunded stage only | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard Analytics | yes | — | |
| Trading Platform | TradingView | — | |
| Trading Platform | MetaTrader 5 | — | |
| Trading Platform | cTrader | — | |
| Trading Platform | Match-Trader | — | |
| Trading Platform | Trade Locker | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chat Support | yes | — | |
| No Payout Disputes | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Age Requirement | 18 years Applies whenGeneral Terms; EU/UK residents are separately addressed by the jurisdictional clauses. | — | |
| Restricted Jurisdictions | Cuba- Iran- Syria- Vietnam- Kenya–Albania-Algeria-North Korea-Senegal-Myanmar-Russia-Belarus-Sudan-South Sudan-Venezuela-Crimea-Donetsk-Luhansk Applies whenCan trade with restrictions (Instant Funding models only, max $50K funded per trader): Thailand, Brazil, Bulgaria, Japan, Jordan, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines | — | |
| Customer Support Channel Hours | 24/7 Applies whenEmail and website chat support are advertised as available 24/7. | — | |
| Information Liability Disclaimer | yes | — | |
| Non-Broker Status Statement | yes | — | |
| Email Support Response Time | 24 Applies whenTarget reply time for email support | — | |
| Country Restrictions Published | yes | — | |
| Disclaimer of Warranties | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firm Type | CFD | — | |
| Account Size | $5K – $200K | — | |
| Allocation | $400,000 | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program Type | One Step | — | |
| Drawdown Type | Trailing | — | |
| Daily Drawdown Type | Equity Based | — | |
| Time Period | Unlimited days | — | |
| Profit Split | 90% | — | |
| Profit Cap Applies | yes Applies whenFor all trading accounts opened after 27th April 2026, when profits are generated from trades opened or closed within the five-minute window before or after a red-folder high-impact event, FOMC speech, statement, or related event. | — | |
| First Payout Wait | 7 days Applies whenWith the add-on at checkout (FIRST PAYOUT IN 7 DAYS, called Rewards in 7 Days in the Reward Add-ons article); without it 14 days after the first trade on the funded account | — | |
| Payout Interval | 7 days Applies whenWith the Rewards in 7 Days add-on at checkout; every 14 days without the add-on. The model article names the add-on FIRST PAYOUT IN 7 DAYS Record notesdays | 88/100 benefit points | |
| Scaling Plan Available | yes Applies whenFor eligible funded traders | — | |
| Available to US Residents | yes Applies whenthe United States is not on the restricted list | — | |
| Live Account Path | no | — | |
| No Time Limit | yes | — | |
| Payout Buffer Required | no Applies whenRequest any amount that meets the minimum payout; the account balance must be above the initial account balance, and you do not need to withdraw all available profits | — | |
| Payout Cap Applies | yes Applies whenFor traders with $100K accounts or larger, the first two reward requests | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simulated Trading | yes | — | |
| Entry Fee Refundable | yes Applies whenAfter passing the evaluation, refunded with the fourth payout; a hard breach before the fourth payout makes the fee non-refundable | 100/100 benefit points | |
| One-Time Evaluation Fee | yes | — | |
| Monthly Subscription Required | no Applies whenOne-time fee, no monthly subscription | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Reset Fee Available | no Applies whenAfter a breach a new account must be purchased; the failed account cannot be retried, resumed or continued | — | |
| Entry Fee Refund Trigger | Fourth payout after passing the evaluation Applies whenA hard breach before the fourth payout makes the fee non-refundable | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Target Phase 1 | 9% | 55/100 benefit points | |
| Minimum Trading Days | 3 days | — | |
| Stop-Loss Required | no | — | |
| Hedging Allowed | yes Applies whenHedging is within the same trading account | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Own-Account Copy Trading Allowed | yes Applies whenOnly from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Third-Party Copy Trading Allowed | no | — | |
| Scalping Allowed | yes Applies whenAs long as all risk and account rules are respected | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Martingale Allowed | yes | — | |
| Weekend Holding Allowed | yes | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Automated Trading Allowed | yes Applies whenThe EA is part of the trader's own personal trading strategy and complies with all AquaFunded trading rules. | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Position Size Limit Applies | no | — | |
| Single-Trade Limit Applies | yes | — | |
| Maximum Holding Duration Limit | no | — | |
| Inactivity Limit | 30 days Applies whenThe rule begins on the date of the first trade. | 33/100 benefit points | |
| High-Frequency Trading Allowed | no | — | |
| Latency Arbitrage Allowed | no | — | |
| Daily Loss Limit Applies | yes | — | |
| Drawdown Locks at Starting Balance | no Applies whenThe trailing limit keeps rising above the starting balance | — | |
| Drawdown Trails Open Equity | yes Applies when6% of the starting balance below the highest recorded balance/equity | — | |
| News Trading Allowed | restricted | — | |
| Overnight Holding Allowed | yes | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Account Selling Allowed | no | — | |
| Account Type | Scalping, day trading, and swing trading | — | |
| Certain EA Types Restriction | yes Applies whenProhibited: tick scalping, high frequency trading, arbitrage bots, reverse arbitrage, latency arbitrage, hedge arbitrage and emulators | — | |
| Copy Trading Rule | Copy trading is allowed at our client’s disposal and only from personal accounts that are legally bound to the account holder. Applies whenOnly from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | — | |
| Cross-Account Hedging Restriction | yes | — | |
| Entry Fee Refund Percentage | 100% Applies whenFull evaluation fee, refunded with the fourth payout after passing the evaluation | — | |
| Evaluation/Challenge Requirement | yes Applies whenOne evaluation step with a 9% profit target | — | |
| Funded Account Daily Loss Limit | yes | — | |
| Funded Account Minimum Trading Days | 3 days Applies whenAccount type: 1 Step Standard Accounts; 3 minimum trading days before evaluation passage or payout eligibility | — | |
| Gapped/Illiquid Market Trading Prohibition | yes Applies whenWhen trading an Equity CFD near market close to profit from the overnight marketing gap, as determined by the Company in its sole and absolute discretion. | — | |
| Late Payout Compensation Cap | 1,000 | — | |
| Leverage by Instrument Class | Evaluation: Forex 1:100, Indices 1:20, Commodities 1:20, Crypto 1:2; Funded: Forex 1:50, Indices 1:10, Commodities 1:10, Crypto 1:2 Applies whenFunded leverage may be increased back to the maximum depending on risk management | — | |
| Max Active Accounts Per Challenge Level | 1 accounts Applies whenUnless prior written approval is granted by the Company | — | |
| Maximum Active Funded Allocation | 400,000 Applies whenEligible funded accounts; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged. | — | |
| Maximum Daily Drawdown | 3% | 60/100 benefit points | |
| Maximum Leverage | 1:100 Applies whenEvaluation, Forex; funded Forex leverage starts at 1:50 and may be increased back to 1:100 depending on risk management | — | |
| Maximum Loss Type | trailing Applies when6% of the starting balance below the highest balance or equity | — | |
| Maximum Overall Drawdown | 6% | 60/100 benefit points | |
| Maximum Scale-Up Account Size | 4000000 USD | — | |
| Minimum Profitable Days Count | 3 days Applies whenOne Step Standard; 3 qualifying trading days each achieving at least 0.5% profit; days need not be consecutive | — | |
| Minimum Profitable Trading Days For Funded Payout | 3 days Applies whenBefore passing the evaluation and before requesting a reward; each qualifying day needs at least 0.5% profit | — | |
| Multiple Accounts Allowed | yes Applies whenEligible funded accounts only; maximum active funded allocation $400,000; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged | — | |
| News Profit Split Rule | yes Applies whenAccounts opened after 27 April 2026: profit from trades within 5 minutes of red-folder or FOMC news is capped at 0.5% of the starting balance per payout cycle, the excess is removed without a breach; older funded accounts lose such profits | — | |
| No Arbitrage | yes | — | |
| No Leverage on Cryptocurrency | no Applies whenCrypto is traded with 1:2 leverage | — | |
| No Refunds Policy | no Applies whenThe evaluation fee is refunded with the fourth payout after passing the evaluation | — | |
| No Wait for First Payout | no Applies whenFirst payout 14 days after the first trade on the funded account; 7 days with the Rewards in 7 Days add-on | — | |
| Overleveraging Prohibition | yes Applies whenNo more than 80% of the available margin in a single trade or trading position; profits from violating trades are deducted, and repeated or severe violations may lead to a reset or breach | — | |
| Payout Ratio | yes | — | |
| Profit Split Add-On Percentage | 100% Applies whenWith the Lifetime Profit Split 100% add-on at checkout | — | |
| Profit Split Customizable | yes Applies whenWith the Lifetime Profit Split 100% add-on at checkout; 90% as standard | — | |
| Profit Target Required | yes Applies whenOne Step Standard Step 1 evaluation; rules and trading parameters must be respected. | — | |
| Scaling Plan Balance Increase Percentage | 25% Applies whenIf the scaling request is approved | — | |
| Scaling Plan Eligibility Period | 3 months Applies when12% profit within a 3-month period; the balance then increases by 25% of the initial balance, repeatable up to $4,000,000 | — | |
| Scaling Profit Requirement | 12% Applies whenFor qualifying funded accounts | — | |
| Scaling Profit Target Required | yes Applies whenFor qualifying funded accounts | — | |
| System Error Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Third-Party Copying of Trader's Trades Allowed | no Applies whenCopy trading between other traders accounts is prohibited | — | |
| Third-Party EA Allowed | no Applies whenEAs only as part of the trader's own strategy; any third-party strategy, off-the-shelf strategy or one marketed to pass challenge accounts is prohibited | — | |
| Tick Scalping Minimum Holding Time | 2 minutes | — | |
| Time Limit Applies | no | — | |
| Trades Must Be Closed for Payout Request | yes | — | |
| Trading Day Profit Threshold | 0.5% Applies whenPer day; any day with at least 0.5% profit counts toward the 3-day trading period | — | |
| Trading Period Limit | 0 days | — | |
| Unlimited Challenge Accounts Allowed | no Applies whenPer challenge level, absent prior written approval by the Company | — | |
| Withdrawal Frequency Restriction | yes | — | |
| Spread Type | floating | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Indices | 0 | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Metals | 5 Applies whenRate stated for commodities | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Crypto | 0 | — | |
| Account Sharing Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Profit Split Percentage | 90% Applies whenStandard split | 90/100 benefit points | |
| Payout Processing Time | 24 hours Applies whenpayout guarantee | — | |
| Minimum Withdrawal Amount | 100 | — | |
| Withdrawal Profit Target Requirement | yes Applies whenThe account balance must be above the initial account balance, with no rule violations and all trades and pending orders closed. | — | |
| On-Demand Payout Allowed | no Applies whenFixed 14-day reward cycle; the Rewards in 7 Days add-on at checkout shortens it to 7 days; Rewards On Demand is available on Instant Funding models only | — | |
| Guardian Shield Trigger Level | 2% Applies whenFunded Accounts only. Record notesaccount balance | — | |
| Overnight and Weekend Holding Allowed | yes | — | |
| Tick Scalping Prohibition | yes | — | |
| News Trading Restriction Window | 5 minutes | — | |
| Coordinated Group Trading Allowed | no Applies whenAny form of coordinated trading that compromises individual account integrity is prohibited | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - FX | 5 | — | |
| Maximum Position Size | No maximum stated | — | |
| Swap-Free Trading Status | yes Applies whenWith the Swap Free add-on at checkout; without it, swap fees apply when a position is held overnight | — | |
| Refund Policy Statement | Yes! The Evaluation fee you paid for the account you completed is fully refundable when you receive your fourth payout. If you hard-breach your account before reaching your fourth payout it is not refundable. Applies whenEvaluation fee | — | |
| Performance Reward Starting Percentage | 90% Applies whenStandard split; 100% with the Lifetime Profit Split 100% add-on at checkout | — | |
| Performance Reward Ceiling | 100% | — | |
| Payout Eligibility Minimums | 14 days after placing their first trade on the funded account. Applies whenFirst payout; the account balance must also be above the initial account balance, with no rule violations and all trades and pending orders closed. | — | |
| Software / AI / High-Speed Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Scaling Plan Description | Eligible traders can scale up to a maximum allocation of $4,000,000. | — | |
| Maximum Payout Amount | 10,000 Applies whenFirst two reward requests only, for accounts of $100K or larger; no further withdrawal limits after that | — | |
| Trade Manipulation Prohibited | yes | — | |
| Capital Exposure Limit Applies | yes Applies whenEligible mergeable funded accounts; Instant Funding cannot be merged; qualifying scaling may permit allocation beyond the standard cap. | — | |
| Trade Coordination And Copy Trading Prohibition | yes Applies whenProhibited between other traders' accounts and via shared devices used to mirror trades; copy trading only from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | — | |
| Daily Reset Time | 00:00 UTC | — | |
| Overnight and Weekend Position Holding Restriction | There are no restrictions on holding positions outside of regular market hours. | — | |
| Trading Day Definition | A day with at least 0.5% profit Applies whenQualifying trading days need not be consecutive. | — | |
| Hedging for Arbitrage Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Prohibited Strategy Consequence | your participation in the program will be terminated and may include forfeiture of any fees paid to the Company Applies whenIf the Company detects that your trading constitutes Prohibited Trading | — | |
| Account Arbitrage Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Maximum Floating PnL Risk Limit | 2% Applies whenFunded Accounts only; Wave Stop applies on all funded accounts excluding instant | — | |
| Minimum Trading Days Applies | yes Applies whenAccount type: One Step Standard Accounts | — | |
| Payout Method Threshold Amount | 500 USD | — | |
| News Window Profit Cap Percentage | 0.5% Applies whenAccounts opened after 27 April 2026; per payout cycle; trades opened or closed within 5 minutes before/after red-folder or FOMC events; excess profit removed without a breach. | — | |
| Platform Password Change Prohibited | yes Applies whenThe exact password sent by email must be used to access the platform | — | |
| Funded Account Merging Allowed | yes Applies whenFor eligible funded accounts; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged. | — | |
| Unlimited Challenge Attempts Allowed | yes | — | |
| Partial Reward Requests Allowed | yes Applies whenWhen eligible, provided the request meets the minimum payout requirement. | — | |
| Failed Account Retry/Resume Allowed | no Applies whenAccount closed and progress lost on failure; new account must be purchased | — | |
| First Wave Stop Breach Profit Split | 50% Applies whenFunded stage; after the first Wave Stop breach | — | |
| Second Wave Stop Breach Causes Account Breach | yes Applies whenFunded stage; after the second Wave Stop breach | — | |
| Trailing Drawdown Includes Fees | yes | — | |
| Late Payout Compensation Amount | 1000 USD Applies whenWhen the reward is not paid within 24 hours; the guarantee timer pauses on weekends and rewards are processed on business days | — | |
| All Listed Currency Pairs Tradable | yes Applies whenThe currency pairs are listed on the platform the trader wants to use. | — | |
| Profit Retention Allowed | yes Applies whenProvided the account remains within AquaFunded’s rules, terms and trading parameters. | — | |
| Demo Environment Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard Analytics | yes | — | |
| Trading Platform | TradingView | — | |
| Trading Platform | MetaTrader 5 | — | |
| Trading Platform | cTrader | — | |
| Trading Platform | Match-Trader | — | |
| Trading Platform | Trade Locker | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chat Support | yes | — | |
| No Payout Disputes | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Age Requirement | 18 years Applies whenGeneral Terms; EU/UK residents are separately addressed by the jurisdictional clauses. | — | |
| Restricted Jurisdictions | Cuba- Iran- Syria- Vietnam- Kenya–Albania-Algeria-North Korea-Senegal-Myanmar-Russia-Belarus-Sudan-South Sudan-Venezuela-Crimea-Donetsk-Luhansk Applies whenCan trade with restrictions (Instant Funding models only, max $50K funded per trader): Thailand, Brazil, Bulgaria, Japan, Jordan, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines | — | |
| Customer Support Channel Hours | 24/7 Applies whenEmail and website chat support are advertised as available 24/7. | — | |
| Information Liability Disclaimer | yes | — | |
| Non-Broker Status Statement | yes | — | |
| Email Support Response Time | 24 Applies whenTarget reply time for email support | — | |
| Country Restrictions Published | yes | — | |
| Disclaimer of Warranties | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firm Type | CFD | — | |
| Account Size | $5K – $100K | — | |
| Allocation | $400,000 | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program Type | Instant | — | |
| Drawdown Type | Trailing | — | |
| Daily Drawdown Type | Equity Based | — | |
| Time Period | Unlimited days | — | |
| Profit Split | 90% | — | |
| Profit Cap Applies | yes Applies when5% of the initial account balance per reward cycle; profit above the cap is deducted from the account balance once the reward is processed Record notesinitial account balance | — | |
| First Payout Wait | 14 days Applies whenNo add-on for an earlier first payout is offered for Instant Flex; 7 qualifying trading days also apply | — | |
| Payout Interval | 14 days Applies whenProvided all reward requirements have been completed | 77/100 benefit points | |
| Scaling Plan Available | yes Applies whenFor eligible funded traders | — | |
| Available to US Residents | yes Applies whenthe United States is not on the restricted list | — | |
| Live Account Path | no | — | |
| No Time Limit | yes | — | |
| Payout Buffer Required | no Applies whenRequest any amount that meets the minimum payout; the account balance must be above the initial account balance, and you do not need to withdraw all available profits | — | |
| Payout Cap Applies | yes Applies whenMaximum 5% of the initial account balance per reward cycle Record notesinitial account balance | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simulated Trading | yes | — | |
| One-Time Evaluation Fee | yes | — | |
| Monthly Subscription Required | no Applies whenOne-time fee, no monthly subscription | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Reset Fee Available | no Applies whenAfter a breach a new account must be purchased; the failed account cannot be retried, resumed or continued | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stop-Loss Required | no | — | |
| Hedging Allowed | yes Applies whenHedging is within the same trading account | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Own-Account Copy Trading Allowed | yes Applies whenOnly from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Third-Party Copy Trading Allowed | no | — | |
| Scalping Allowed | yes Applies whenAs long as all risk and account rules are respected | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Martingale Allowed | yes | — | |
| Weekend Holding Allowed | yes | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Automated Trading Allowed | yes Applies whenThe EA is part of the trader's own personal trading strategy and complies with all AquaFunded trading rules. | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Position Size Limit Applies | no | — | |
| Single-Trade Limit Applies | yes | — | |
| Maximum Holding Duration Limit | no | — | |
| Inactivity Limit | 30 days Applies whenThe rule begins on the date of the first trade. | 33/100 benefit points | |
| High-Frequency Trading Allowed | no | — | |
| Latency Arbitrage Allowed | no | — | |
| Drawdown Locks at Starting Balance | no | — | |
| Drawdown Trails Open Equity | yes | — | |
| Evaluation Consistency Rule | no | — | |
| Funded/Payout Consistency Rule | no | — | |
| News Trading Allowed | restricted | — | |
| Overnight Holding Allowed | yes | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Account Selling Allowed | no | — | |
| Account Type | Scalping, day trading, and swing trading | — | |
| Certain EA Types Restriction | yes Applies whenProhibited: tick scalping, high frequency trading, arbitrage bots, reverse arbitrage, latency arbitrage, hedge arbitrage and emulators | — | |
| Copy Trading Rule | Copy trading is allowed at our client’s disposal and only from personal accounts that are legally bound to the account holder. Applies whenOnly from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | — | |
| Cross-Account Hedging Restriction | yes | — | |
| Evaluation/Challenge Requirement | no Applies whenInstant Flex has no evaluation phase. | — | |
| Funded Account Daily Loss Limit | yes Applies whenDirect-funded account, no evaluation phase; maximum daily loss 2%, reset daily at 00:00 UTC based on account balance or equity. | — | |
| Funded Account Minimum Trading Days | 7 days Applies whenEach qualifying trading day requires at least 0.5% profit based on the initial account balance | — | |
| Gapped/Illiquid Market Trading Prohibition | yes Applies whenWhen trading an Equity CFD near market close to profit from the overnight marketing gap, as determined by the Company in its sole and absolute discretion. | — | |
| Late Payout Compensation Cap | 1,000 | — | |
| Leverage by Instrument Class | Forex: 1:50; Indices : 1:10; Commodities : 1:10; Crypto : 1:2 | — | |
| Max Active Accounts Per Challenge Level | 1 accounts Applies whenUnless prior written approval is granted by the Company | — | |
| Maximum Active Funded Allocation | 400,000 Applies whenFor eligible funded accounts; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged. | — | |
| Maximum Daily Drawdown | 2% | 40/100 benefit points | |
| Maximum Funded Account Size | 100,000 | — | |
| Maximum Leverage | 1:50 Applies whenForex; Instant Funding Flex Accounts | — | |
| Maximum Loss Type | trailing Applies when4% below the highest equity reached; the limit only moves up | — | |
| Maximum Overall Drawdown | 4% | — | |
| Maximum Scale-Up Account Size | 4000000 USD | — | |
| Minimum Profitable Days Count | 7 days Applies whenEach qualifying day needs at least 0.5% profit based on the initial account balance; days need not be consecutive | — | |
| Minimum Profitable Trading Days For Funded Payout | 7 days Applies whenBefore becoming eligible for a reward; each qualifying day needs at least 0.5% profit based on the initial account balance; days need not be consecutive | — | |
| Multiple Accounts Allowed | yes Applies whenEligible funded accounts only; maximum active funded allocation $400,000; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged | — | |
| News Profit Split Rule | yes Applies whenAccounts opened after 27 April 2026: profit from trades within 5 minutes of red-folder or FOMC news is capped at 0.5% of the starting balance per payout cycle, the excess is removed without a breach; older funded accounts lose such profits | — | |
| No Arbitrage | yes | — | |
| No Leverage on Cryptocurrency | no Applies whenCrypto is traded with 1:2 leverage | — | |
| No Refunds Policy | yes Applies whenAll sales are final; only the evaluation fee is refunded after passing an evaluation, and Instant models have no evaluation. The homepage tile says One-time fee, 100% refundable | — | |
| No Wait for First Payout | no Applies whenFirst payout 14 days after the first trade on the funded account; no add-on for an earlier first payout on Instant Flex | — | |
| Overleveraging Prohibition | yes Applies whenNo more than 80% of the available margin in a single trade or trading position; profits from violating trades are deducted, and repeated or severe violations may lead to a reset or breach | — | |
| Payout Ratio | yes Applies whenStandard profit split. | — | |
| Profit Target Required | no Applies whenNo evaluation phase, so no profit target | — | |
| Scaling Plan Balance Increase Percentage | 25% Applies whenIf the scaling request is approved | — | |
| Scaling Plan Eligibility Period | 3 months Applies when12% profit within a 3-month period; the balance then increases by 25% of the initial balance, repeatable up to $4,000,000 | — | |
| Scaling Profit Requirement | 12% Applies whenFor qualifying funded accounts | — | |
| Scaling Profit Target Required | yes Applies whenFor qualifying funded accounts | — | |
| System Error Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Third-Party Copying of Trader's Trades Allowed | no Applies whenCopy trading between other traders accounts is prohibited | — | |
| Third-Party EA Allowed | no Applies whenEAs only as part of the trader's own strategy; any third-party strategy, off-the-shelf strategy or one marketed to pass challenge accounts is prohibited | — | |
| Tick Scalping Minimum Holding Time | 2 minutes | — | |
| Time Limit Applies | no | — | |
| Trades Must Be Closed for Payout Request | yes | — | |
| Trading Day Profit Threshold | 0.5% Applies whenQualifying trading day Record notesinitial account balance | — | |
| Trading Period Limit | 0 days | — | |
| Unlimited Challenge Accounts Allowed | no Applies whenPer challenge level, absent prior written approval by the Company | — | |
| Withdrawal Frequency Restriction | yes | — | |
| Spread Type | floating | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Indices | 0 | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Metals | 5 Applies whenRate stated for commodities | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Crypto | 0 | — | |
| Account Sharing Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Profit Split Percentage | 90% Applies whenStandard split | 90/100 benefit points | |
| Payout Processing Time | 24 hours Applies whenpayout guarantee | — | |
| Minimum Withdrawal Amount | 100 | — | |
| Withdrawal Profit Target Requirement | yes Applies whenThe account balance must be above the initial account balance, with no rule violations and all trades and pending orders closed. | — | |
| On-Demand Payout Allowed | no Applies whenFixed 14-day reward cycle; no Rewards On Demand add-on is offered for Instant Flex | — | |
| Overnight and Weekend Holding Allowed | yes | — | |
| Tick Scalping Prohibition | yes | — | |
| News Trading Restriction Window | 5 minutes | — | |
| Coordinated Group Trading Allowed | no Applies whenAny form of coordinated trading that compromises individual account integrity is prohibited | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - FX | 5 | — | |
| Maximum Position Size | No maximum stated | — | |
| Swap-Free Trading Status | yes Applies whenWith the Swap Free add-on at checkout; without it, swap fees apply when a position is held overnight | — | |
| Performance Reward Ceiling | 100% | — | |
| Payout Eligibility Minimums | 14 days after placing their first trade on the funded account. Applies whenFirst payout; the account balance must also be above the initial account balance, with no rule violations and all trades and pending orders closed. | — | |
| Software / AI / High-Speed Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Scaling Plan Description | Eligible traders can scale up to a maximum allocation of $4,000,000. | — | |
| Maximum Payout Amount | 4,500 Applies whenOn the largest $100,000 Instant Flex account: per reward cycle, $5,000 gross profit cap (5% initial balance) and a 90% standard split yield $4,500 received. | — | |
| Trade Manipulation Prohibited | yes | — | |
| Capital Exposure Limit Applies | yes Applies whenEligible mergeable funded accounts; Instant Funding cannot be merged; qualifying scaling may permit allocation beyond the standard cap. | — | |
| Trade Coordination And Copy Trading Prohibition | yes Applies whenProhibited between other traders' accounts and via shared devices used to mirror trades; copy trading only from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | — | |
| Daily Reset Time | 00:00 UTC | — | |
| Overnight and Weekend Position Holding Restriction | There are no restrictions on holding positions outside of regular market hours. | — | |
| Trading Day Definition | at least 0.5% profit based on the initial account balance during that trading day Record notesinitial account balance | — | |
| Hedging for Arbitrage Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Prohibited Strategy Consequence | your participation in the program will be terminated and may include forfeiture of any fees paid to the Company Applies whenIf the Company detects that your trading constitutes Prohibited Trading | — | |
| Account Arbitrage Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Maximum Floating PnL Risk Limit | 1% Record notesinitial account balance | — | |
| Minimum Trading Days Applies | yes Applies whenBefore becoming eligible for a reward | — | |
| Payout Method Threshold Amount | 500 USD | — | |
| News Window Profit Cap Percentage | 0.5% Applies whenAccounts opened after 27 April 2026; per payout cycle; trades opened or closed within 5 minutes before/after red-folder or FOMC events; excess profit removed without a breach. | — | |
| Platform Password Change Prohibited | yes Applies whenThe exact password sent by email must be used to access the platform | — | |
| Funded Account Merging Allowed | no Applies whenInstant Funding accounts | — | |
| Unlimited Challenge Attempts Allowed | yes | — | |
| Partial Reward Requests Allowed | yes Applies whenWhen eligible, provided the request meets the minimum payout requirement. | — | |
| Failed Account Retry/Resume Allowed | no Applies whenAccount closed and progress lost on failure; new account must be purchased | — | |
| Late Payout Compensation Amount | 1000 USD Applies whenWhen the reward is not paid within 24 hours; the guarantee timer pauses on weekends and rewards are processed on business days | — | |
| All Listed Currency Pairs Tradable | yes Applies whenThe currency pairs are listed on the platform the trader wants to use. | — | |
| Profit Retention Allowed | yes Applies whenProvided the account remains within AquaFunded’s rules, terms and trading parameters. | — | |
| Demo Environment Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard Analytics | yes | — | |
| Trading Platform | TradingView | — | |
| Trading Platform | MetaTrader 5 | — | |
| Trading Platform | cTrader | — | |
| Trading Platform | Match-Trader | — | |
| Trading Platform | Trade Locker | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chat Support | yes | — | |
| No Payout Disputes | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Age Requirement | 18 years Applies whenGeneral Terms; EU/UK residents are separately addressed by the jurisdictional clauses. | — | |
| Restricted Jurisdictions | Cuba- Iran- Syria- Vietnam- Kenya–Albania-Algeria-North Korea-Senegal-Myanmar-Russia-Belarus-Sudan-South Sudan-Venezuela-Crimea-Donetsk-Luhansk Applies whenCan trade with restrictions (Instant Funding models only, max $50K funded per trader): Thailand, Brazil, Bulgaria, Japan, Jordan, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines | — | |
| Customer Support Channel Hours | 24/7 Applies whenEmail and website chat support are advertised as available 24/7. | — | |
| Information Liability Disclaimer | yes | — | |
| Non-Broker Status Statement | yes | — | |
| Email Support Response Time | 24 Applies whenTarget reply time for email support | — | |
| Country Restrictions Published | yes | — | |
| Disclaimer of Warranties | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firm Type | CFD | — | |
| Account Size | $2,500 – $400K | — | |
| Allocation | $400,000 | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program Type | Instant | — | |
| Drawdown Type | Trailing | — | |
| Daily Drawdown Type | Equity Based | — | |
| Time Period | Unlimited days | — | |
| Profit Split | 90% | — | |
| Profit Cap Applies | yes Applies whenFor all trading accounts opened after 27th April 2026, when profits are generated from trades opened or closed within the five-minute window before or after a red-folder high-impact event, FOMC speech, statement, or related event. | — | |
| First Payout Wait | 0 days Applies whenWith the FIRST PAYOUT ON DEMAND add-on at checkout; without it 14 days after the first trade on the funded account. The 5 qualifying trading days and the consistency rule still apply | — | |
| Payout Interval | 14 days Applies whenBi-weekly; with the FIRST PAYOUT ON DEMAND add-on only the first payout is on demand, then every 14 days. The Reward Add-ons article describes Rewards On Demand for the lifetime of the account Record notesdays | — | |
| Scaling Plan Available | yes Applies whenFor eligible funded traders | — | |
| Available to US Residents | yes Applies whenthe United States is not on the restricted list | — | |
| Live Account Path | no | — | |
| No Time Limit | yes | — | |
| Payout Buffer Required | no Applies whenRequest any amount that meets the minimum payout; the account balance must be above the initial account balance, and you do not need to withdraw all available profits | — | |
| Payout Cap Applies | yes Applies whenFor traders with $100K accounts or larger, the first two reward requests | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simulated Trading | yes | — | |
| One-Time Evaluation Fee | yes | — | |
| Monthly Subscription Required | no Applies whenOne-time fee, no monthly subscription | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Reset Fee Available | no Applies whenAfter a breach a new account must be purchased; the failed account cannot be retried, resumed or continued | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stop-Loss Required | no | — | |
| Hedging Allowed | yes Applies whenHedging is within the same trading account | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Own-Account Copy Trading Allowed | yes Applies whenOnly from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Third-Party Copy Trading Allowed | no | — | |
| Scalping Allowed | yes Applies whenAs long as all risk and account rules are respected | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Martingale Allowed | yes | — | |
| Weekend Holding Allowed | yes | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Automated Trading Allowed | yes Applies whenThe EA is part of the trader's own personal trading strategy and complies with all AquaFunded trading rules. | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Maximum Risk per Trade | 2% Applies whenInstant Funding Pro accounts (excluding $300,000 and $400,000 accounts); maximum floating loss per trade or trading position | — | |
| Position Size Limit Applies | no | — | |
| Single-Trade Limit Applies | yes | — | |
| Maximum Holding Duration Limit | no | — | |
| Inactivity Limit | 30 days Applies whenThe rule begins on the date of the first trade. | 33/100 benefit points | |
| High-Frequency Trading Allowed | no | — | |
| Latency Arbitrage Allowed | no | — | |
| Drawdown Trails Open Equity | yes | — | |
| Funded/Payout Consistency Rule | yes Applies whenInstant Funding Pro: 20% rule on or after 8 September 2026; 15% for earlier purchases | — | |
| News Trading Allowed | restricted | — | |
| Overnight Holding Allowed | yes | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Account Selling Allowed | no | — | |
| Account Type | Scalping, day trading, and swing trading | — | |
| Certain EA Types Restriction | yes Applies whenProhibited: tick scalping, high frequency trading, arbitrage bots, reverse arbitrage, latency arbitrage, hedge arbitrage and emulators | — | |
| Copy Trading Rule | Copy trading is allowed at our client’s disposal and only from personal accounts that are legally bound to the account holder. Applies whenOnly from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | — | |
| Cross-Account Hedging Restriction | yes | — | |
| Evaluation/Challenge Requirement | no | — | |
| Funded Account Daily Loss Limit | yes Applies whenDirect-funded account, no evaluation phase; maximum daily loss 3%, reset daily at 00:00 UTC based on account balance or equity. | — | |
| Funded Account Minimum Trading Days | 5 days Applies whenAccount type: Instant Funding Pro Accounts | — | |
| Gapped/Illiquid Market Trading Prohibition | yes Applies whenWhen trading an Equity CFD near market close to profit from the overnight marketing gap, as determined by the Company in its sole and absolute discretion. | — | |
| Late Payout Compensation Cap | 1,000 | — | |
| Leverage by Instrument Class | - Forex: 1:50 - Indices : 1:10 - Commodities : 1:10 - Crypto : 1:2 | — | |
| Max Active Accounts Per Challenge Level | 1 accounts Applies whenUnless prior written approval is granted by the Company | — | |
| Maximum Active Funded Allocation | 400,000 Applies whenFor eligible funded accounts; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged. | — | |
| Maximum Daily Drawdown | 3% | 60/100 benefit points | |
| Maximum Funded Account Size | 400,000 Applies whenLargest account size; $300,000 and $400,000 accounts have a stricter 1% floating risk limit | — | |
| Maximum Leverage | 1:50 Applies whenForex; Indices and Commodities 1:10, Crypto 1:2 | — | |
| Maximum Loss Type | trailing Applies when6% below the highest equity reached; the limit only moves up | — | |
| Maximum Overall Drawdown | 6% | — | |
| Maximum Scale-Up Account Size | 4000000 USD | — | |
| Minimum Profitable Days Count | 5 days Applies whenBefore reward eligibility; each qualifying day requires at least 0.5% profit and sufficient trading activity; days need not be consecutive. | — | |
| Minimum Profitable Trading Days For Funded Payout | 5 days Applies whenBefore payout eligibility; each qualifying day requires at least 0.5% profit; days need not be consecutive. | — | |
| Multiple Accounts Allowed | yes Applies whenEligible funded accounts only; maximum active funded allocation $400,000; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged | — | |
| News Profit Split Rule | yes Applies whenAccounts opened after 27 April 2026: profit from trades within 5 minutes of red-folder or FOMC news is capped at 0.5% of the starting balance per payout cycle, the excess is removed without a breach; older funded accounts lose such profits | — | |
| No Arbitrage | yes | — | |
| No Leverage on Cryptocurrency | no Applies whenCrypto is traded with 1:2 leverage | — | |
| No Refunds Policy | yes Applies whenAll sales are final; only the evaluation fee is refunded after passing an evaluation, and Instant models have no evaluation. The homepage tile says One-time fee, 100% refundable | — | |
| No Wait for First Payout | yes Applies whenOnly with the FIRST PAYOUT ON DEMAND add-on at checkout; without it a 14-day wait. The 5 qualifying trading days still apply | — | |
| Overleveraging Prohibition | yes Applies whenNo more than 80% of the available margin in a single trade or trading position; profits from violating trades are deducted, and repeated or severe violations may lead to a reset or breach | — | |
| Payout Ratio | yes Applies whenStandard split; the optional 100% Profit Split add-on may apply. | — | |
| Profit Split Add-On Percentage | 100% Applies whenWith the “100% Profit Split” add-on at checkout | — | |
| Profit Split Customizable | yes Applies whenWith the “100% Profit Split” add-on selected at checkout | — | |
| Profit Target Required | no Applies whenNo evaluation phase, so no profit target | — | |
| Scaling Plan Balance Increase Percentage | 25% Applies whenIf the scaling request is approved | — | |
| Scaling Plan Eligibility Period | 3 months Applies when12% profit within a 3-month period; the balance then increases by 25% of the initial balance, repeatable up to $4,000,000 | — | |
| Scaling Profit Requirement | 12% Applies whenFor qualifying funded accounts | — | |
| Scaling Profit Target Required | yes Applies whenFor qualifying funded accounts | — | |
| System Error Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Third-Party Copying of Trader's Trades Allowed | no Applies whenCopy trading between other traders accounts is prohibited | — | |
| Third-Party EA Allowed | no Applies whenEAs only as part of the trader's own strategy; any third-party strategy, off-the-shelf strategy or one marketed to pass challenge accounts is prohibited | — | |
| Tick Scalping Minimum Holding Time | 2 minutes | — | |
| Time Limit Applies | no | — | |
| Trades Must Be Closed for Payout Request | yes | — | |
| Trading Day Profit Threshold | 0.5% Applies whenDuring the 5-day minimum trading period | — | |
| Trading Period Limit | 0 days | — | |
| Unlimited Challenge Accounts Allowed | no Applies whenPer challenge level, absent prior written approval by the Company | — | |
| Withdrawal Frequency Restriction | yes | — | |
| Spread Type | floating | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Indices | 0 | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Metals | 5 Applies whenRate stated for commodities | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Crypto | 0 | — | |
| Account Sharing Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Profit Split Percentage | 90% Applies whenStandard split | 90/100 benefit points | |
| Payout Processing Time | 24 hours Applies whenpayout guarantee | — | |
| Minimum Withdrawal Amount | 100 | — | |
| Withdrawal Profit Target Requirement | yes Applies whenThe account balance must be above the initial account balance, with no rule violations and all trades and pending orders closed. | — | |
| On-Demand Payout Allowed | restricted Applies whenWith the add-on (Rewards On Demand at checkout, FIRST PAYOUT ON DEMAND in the model article) only the first payout is on demand, then every 14 days; the older Reward Add-ons article says on demand for the account lifetime | — | |
| Overnight and Weekend Holding Allowed | yes | — | |
| Tick Scalping Prohibition | yes | — | |
| News Trading Restriction Window | 5 minutes | — | |
| Consistency Rule Percentage Limit | 20% Applies whenThe highest profit trading day must remain below the stated consistency threshold Record notesTotal profits | — | |
| Coordinated Group Trading Allowed | no Applies whenAny form of coordinated trading that compromises individual account integrity is prohibited | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - FX | 5 | — | |
| Maximum Position Size | No maximum stated | — | |
| Swap-Free Trading Status | yes Applies whenWith the Swap Free add-on at checkout; without it, swap fees apply when a position is held overnight | — | |
| Per-Trading-Idea Floating Loss Maximum | 2% Applies whenFor all other accounts; the $300,000 and $400,000 accounts have a stricter limit | — | |
| Performance Reward Starting Percentage | 90% Applies whenStandard split; the 100% Profit Split add-on was not selected. | — | |
| Performance Reward Ceiling | 100% | — | |
| Payout Eligibility Minimums | 14 days after placing their first trade on the funded account. Applies whenFirst payout; the account balance must also be above the initial account balance, with no rule violations and all trades and pending orders closed. | — | |
| Software / AI / High-Speed Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Scaling Plan Description | Eligible traders can scale up to a maximum allocation of $4,000,000. | — | |
| Maximum Risk Per Lot Trade Rule | yes Applies whenIndividual open trade or position; $300,000 and $400,000 accounts use a stricter 1% floating-loss limit. | — | |
| Maximum Payout Amount | 10,000 Applies whenFirst two reward requests only, for accounts of $100K or larger; no further withdrawal limits after that | — | |
| Trade Manipulation Prohibited | yes | — | |
| Capital Exposure Limit Applies | yes Applies whenEligible mergeable funded accounts; Instant Funding cannot be merged; qualifying scaling may permit allocation beyond the standard cap. | — | |
| Trade Coordination And Copy Trading Prohibition | yes Applies whenProhibited between other traders' accounts and via shared devices used to mirror trades; copy trading only from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | — | |
| Daily Reset Time | 00:00 UTC | — | |
| Overnight and Weekend Position Holding Restriction | There are no restrictions on holding positions outside of regular market hours. | — | |
| Trading Day Definition | A day where you achieve at least 0.5% profit Applies whenQualifying days do not need to be consecutive | — | |
| Hedging for Arbitrage Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Prohibited Strategy Consequence | your participation in the program will be terminated and may include forfeiture of any fees paid to the Company Applies whenIf the Company detects that your trading constitutes Prohibited Trading | — | |
| Account Arbitrage Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Maximum Floating PnL Risk Limit | 2% Applies whenExcept for $300,000 and $400,000 accounts | — | |
| Minimum Trading Days Applies | yes Applies whenAccount type: Instant Funding Pro Accounts | — | |
| Payout Method Threshold Amount | 500 USD | — | |
| News Window Profit Cap Percentage | 0.5% Applies whenAccounts opened after 27 April 2026; per payout cycle; trades opened or closed within 5 minutes before/after red-folder or FOMC events; excess profit removed without a breach. | — | |
| Platform Password Change Prohibited | yes Applies whenThe exact password sent by email must be used to access the platform | — | |
| Funded Account Merging Allowed | no Applies whenInstant Funding accounts | — | |
| Unlimited Challenge Attempts Allowed | yes | — | |
| Partial Reward Requests Allowed | yes Applies whenWhen eligible, provided the request meets the minimum payout requirement. | — | |
| Failed Account Retry/Resume Allowed | no Applies whenAccount closed and progress lost on failure; new account must be purchased | — | |
| Late Payout Compensation Amount | 1000 USD Applies whenWhen the reward is not paid within 24 hours; the guarantee timer pauses on weekends and rewards are processed on business days | — | |
| All Listed Currency Pairs Tradable | yes Applies whenThe currency pairs are listed on the platform the trader wants to use. | — | |
| Profit Retention Allowed | yes Applies whenProvided the account remains within AquaFunded’s rules, terms and trading parameters. | — | |
| Demo Environment Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard Analytics | yes | — | |
| Trading Platform | TradingView | — | |
| Trading Platform | MetaTrader 5 | — | |
| Trading Platform | cTrader | — | |
| Trading Platform | Match-Trader | — | |
| Trading Platform | Trade Locker | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chat Support | yes | — | |
| No Payout Disputes | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Age Requirement | 18 years Applies whenGeneral Terms; EU/UK residents are separately addressed by the jurisdictional clauses. | — | |
| Restricted Jurisdictions | Cuba- Iran- Syria- Vietnam- Kenya–Albania-Algeria-North Korea-Senegal-Myanmar-Russia-Belarus-Sudan-South Sudan-Venezuela-Crimea-Donetsk-Luhansk Applies whenCan trade with restrictions (Instant Funding models only, max $50K funded per trader): Thailand, Brazil, Bulgaria, Japan, Jordan, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines | — | |
| Customer Support Channel Hours | 24/7 Applies whenEmail and website chat support are advertised as available 24/7. | — | |
| Information Liability Disclaimer | yes | — | |
| Non-Broker Status Statement | yes | — | |
| Email Support Response Time | 24 Applies whenTarget reply time for email support | — | |
| Country Restrictions Published | yes | — | |
| Disclaimer of Warranties | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firm Type | CFD | — | |
| Account Size | $2,500 – $200K | — | |
| Allocation | $400,000 | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program Type | Instant | — | |
| Drawdown Type | Trailing | — | |
| Daily Drawdown Type | Equity Based | — | |
| Time Period | Unlimited days | — | |
| Profit Split | 90% | — | |
| Profit Cap Applies | yes Applies whenFor all trading accounts opened after 27th April 2026, when profits are generated from trades opened or closed within the five-minute window before or after a red-folder high-impact event, FOMC speech, statement, or related event. | — | |
| First Payout Wait | 0 days Applies whenWith the FIRST PAYOUT ON DEMAND add-on at checkout; without it 14 days after the first trade on the funded account. The 5 qualifying trading days and the consistency rule still apply | — | |
| Payout Interval | 14 days Applies whenBi-weekly; with the FIRST PAYOUT ON DEMAND add-on only the first payout is on demand, then every 14 days. The Reward Add-ons article describes Rewards On Demand for the lifetime of the account Record notesdays | — | |
| Scaling Plan Available | yes Applies whenFor eligible funded traders | — | |
| Available to US Residents | yes Applies whenthe United States is not on the restricted list | — | |
| Live Account Path | no | — | |
| No Time Limit | yes | — | |
| Payout Buffer Required | no Applies whenRequest any amount that meets the minimum payout; the account balance must be above the initial account balance, and you do not need to withdraw all available profits | — | |
| Payout Cap Applies | yes Applies whenFor traders with $100K accounts or larger, the first two reward requests | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simulated Trading | yes | — | |
| One-Time Evaluation Fee | yes | — | |
| Monthly Subscription Required | no Applies whenOne-time fee, no monthly subscription | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Reset Fee Available | no Applies whenAfter a breach a new account must be purchased; the failed account cannot be retried, resumed or continued | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stop-Loss Required | no | — | |
| Hedging Allowed | yes Applies whenHedging is within the same trading account | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Own-Account Copy Trading Allowed | yes Applies whenOnly from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Third-Party Copy Trading Allowed | no | — | |
| Scalping Allowed | yes Applies whenAs long as all risk and account rules are respected | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Martingale Allowed | yes | — | |
| Weekend Holding Allowed | yes | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Automated Trading Allowed | yes Applies whenThe EA is part of the trader's own personal trading strategy and complies with all AquaFunded trading rules. | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Maximum Risk per Trade | 1% Applies whenOpen trade or trading position; funded Instant Standard accounts use three-strike enforcement (50%, 25%, then permanent breach) | — | |
| Position Size Limit Applies | no | — | |
| Single-Trade Limit Applies | yes | — | |
| Maximum Holding Duration Limit | no | — | |
| Inactivity Limit | 30 days Applies whenThe rule begins on the date of the first trade. | 33/100 benefit points | |
| High-Frequency Trading Allowed | no | — | |
| Latency Arbitrage Allowed | no | — | |
| Drawdown Trails Open Equity | no | — | |
| Funded/Payout Consistency Rule | yes Applies whenWhen requesting a reward; the highest profitable day must account for less than 15% of total profits. | — | |
| News Trading Allowed | restricted | — | |
| Overnight Holding Allowed | yes | 100/100 benefit points | |
| Account Selling Allowed | no | — | |
| Account Type | Scalping, day trading, and swing trading | — | |
| Certain EA Types Restriction | yes Applies whenProhibited: tick scalping, high frequency trading, arbitrage bots, reverse arbitrage, latency arbitrage, hedge arbitrage and emulators | — | |
| Copy Trading Rule | Copy trading is allowed at our client’s disposal and only from personal accounts that are legally bound to the account holder. Applies whenOnly from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | — | |
| Cross-Account Hedging Restriction | yes | — | |
| Evaluation/Challenge Requirement | no | — | |
| Funded Account Daily Loss Limit | yes Applies whenDirect-funded account, no evaluation phase; maximum daily loss 3%; daily reset at 00:00 UTC uses the higher of balance or equity; limit stays fixed until next reset. | — | |
| Funded Account Minimum Trading Days | 5 days Applies whenBefore requesting a reward; each qualifying day must achieve at least 0.5% profit based on the initial account balance; days need not be consecutive. Record notesinitial account balance | — | |
| Gapped/Illiquid Market Trading Prohibition | yes Applies whenWhen trading an Equity CFD near market close to profit from the overnight marketing gap, as determined by the Company in its sole and absolute discretion. | — | |
| Late Payout Compensation Cap | 1,000 | — | |
| Leverage by Instrument Class | Instant Standard Account Leverage. - Forex: 1:50 - Indices : 1:10 - Commodities : 1:10 - Crypto : 1:2 | — | |
| Max Active Accounts Per Challenge Level | 1 accounts Applies whenUnless prior written approval is granted by the Company | — | |
| Maximum Active Funded Allocation | 400,000 Applies whenFor eligible funded accounts; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged. | — | |
| Maximum Daily Drawdown | 3% Applies whenDaily reset at 00:00 UTC; the resulting limit remains fixed until the next reset. | 60/100 benefit points | |
| Maximum Leverage | 1:50 Applies whenForex; Indices and Commodities 1:10, Crypto 1:2 | — | |
| Maximum Loss Type | trailing Applies when5% of the initial account balance below the higher of balance or equity at the 00:00 UTC reset; the limit only moves up | — | |
| Maximum Overall Drawdown | 5% Applies whenRecalculated at each 00:00 UTC reset; the limit can move only upward. | 50/100 benefit points | |
| Maximum Scale-Up Account Size | 4000000 USD | — | |
| Minimum Profitable Days Count | 5 days Applies whenEach qualifying day needs at least 0.5% profit based on the initial account balance; days need not be consecutive | — | |
| Minimum Profitable Trading Days For Funded Payout | 5 days Applies whenBefore requesting a reward; each qualifying day must achieve at least 0.5% profit based on the initial account balance; days need not be consecutive | — | |
| Multiple Accounts Allowed | yes Applies whenEligible funded accounts only; maximum active funded allocation $400,000; Instant Funding accounts cannot be merged | — | |
| News Profit Split Rule | yes Applies whenAccounts opened after 27 April 2026: profit from trades within 5 minutes of red-folder or FOMC news is capped at 0.5% of the starting balance per payout cycle, the excess is removed without a breach; older funded accounts lose such profits | — | |
| No Arbitrage | yes | — | |
| No Leverage on Cryptocurrency | no Applies whenCrypto is traded with 1:2 leverage | — | |
| No Refunds Policy | yes Applies whenAll sales are final; only the evaluation fee is refunded after passing an evaluation, and Instant models have no evaluation. The homepage tile says One-time fee, 100% refundable | — | |
| No Wait for First Payout | yes Applies whenOnly with the FIRST PAYOUT ON DEMAND add-on at checkout; without it a 14-day wait. The 5 qualifying trading days still apply | — | |
| Overleveraging Prohibition | yes Applies whenNo more than 80% of the available margin in a single trade or trading position; profits from violating trades are deducted, and repeated or severe violations may lead to a reset or breach | — | |
| Payout Ratio | yes Applies whenStandard profit split; the optional 100% checkout add-on does not negate the existence of a standard profit share. | — | |
| Profit Split Add-On Percentage | 100% Applies whenWith the “100% Profit Split” add-on at checkout | — | |
| Profit Split Customizable | yes Applies whenWith the “100% Profit Split” add-on selected at checkout | — | |
| Profit Target Required | no Applies whenNo evaluation phase, so no profit target | — | |
| Scaling Plan Balance Increase Percentage | 25% Applies whenIf the scaling request is approved | — | |
| Scaling Plan Eligibility Period | 3 months Applies when12% profit within a 3-month period; the balance then increases by 25% of the initial balance, repeatable up to $4,000,000 | — | |
| Scaling Profit Requirement | 12% Applies whenFor qualifying funded accounts | — | |
| Scaling Profit Target Required | yes Applies whenFor qualifying funded accounts | — | |
| System Error Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Third-Party Copying of Trader's Trades Allowed | no Applies whenCopy trading between other traders accounts is prohibited | — | |
| Third-Party EA Allowed | no Applies whenEAs only as part of the trader's own strategy; any third-party strategy, off-the-shelf strategy or one marketed to pass challenge accounts is prohibited | — | |
| Tick Scalping Minimum Holding Time | 2 minutes | — | |
| Time Limit Applies | no | — | |
| Trades Must Be Closed for Payout Request | yes | — | |
| Trading Day Profit Threshold | 0.5% Record notesinitial account balance | — | |
| Trading Period Limit | 0 days | — | |
| Unlimited Challenge Accounts Allowed | no Applies whenPer challenge level, absent prior written approval by the Company | — | |
| Withdrawal Frequency Restriction | yes | — | |
| Spread Type | floating | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Indices | 0 | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Metals | 5 Applies whenRate stated for commodities | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - Crypto | 0 | — | |
| Account Sharing Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Profit Split Percentage | 90% Applies whenStandard split | 90/100 benefit points | |
| Payout Processing Time | 24 hours Applies whenpayout guarantee | — | |
| Minimum Withdrawal Amount | 100 | — | |
| Withdrawal Profit Target Requirement | yes Applies whenThe account balance must be above the initial account balance, with no rule violations and all trades and pending orders closed. | — | |
| On-Demand Payout Allowed | restricted Applies whenWith the add-on (Rewards On Demand at checkout, FIRST PAYOUT ON DEMAND in the model article) only the first payout is on demand, then every 14 days; the older Reward Add-ons article says on demand for the account lifetime | — | |
| Overnight and Weekend Holding Allowed | yes | — | |
| Tick Scalping Prohibition | yes | — | |
| News Trading Restriction Window | 5 minutes | — | |
| Consistency Rule Percentage Limit | 15% | — | |
| Coordinated Group Trading Allowed | no Applies whenAny form of coordinated trading that compromises individual account integrity is prohibited | — | |
| Commission Per Lot - FX | 5 | — | |
| Maximum Position Size | No maximum stated | — | |
| Equity Floor Rule | At 00:00 UTC each day, we use the higher of your account balance or equity at the daily reset. Your Maximum Loss Limit is set 5% of your initial account balance below this value. If this creates a higher Maximum Loss Limit than the previous day, the limit will move upwards. Once the Maximum Loss Limit has moved upwards, it cannot move back down. Applies whenMaximum Loss Limit: 5% Trailing | — | |
| Swap-Free Trading Status | yes Applies whenWith the Swap Free add-on at checkout; without it, swap fees apply when a position is held overnight | — | |
| Per-Trading-Idea Floating Loss Maximum | 1% | — | |
| Performance Reward Starting Percentage | 90% Applies whenStandard split; the 100% Profit Split add-on was not selected. | — | |
| Performance Reward Ceiling | 100% | — | |
| Payout Eligibility Minimums | 14 days after placing their first trade on the funded account. Applies whenFirst payout; the account balance must also be above the initial account balance, with no rule violations and all trades and pending orders closed. | — | |
| Software / AI / High-Speed Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Scaling Plan Description | Eligible traders can scale up to a maximum allocation of $4,000,000. | — | |
| Maximum Risk Per Lot Trade Rule | yes | — | |
| Maximum Payout Amount | 10,000 Applies whenFirst two reward requests only, for accounts of $100K or larger; no further withdrawal limits after that | — | |
| Trade Manipulation Prohibited | yes | — | |
| Capital Exposure Limit Applies | yes Applies whenEligible mergeable funded accounts; Instant Funding cannot be merged; qualifying scaling may permit allocation beyond the standard cap. | — | |
| Trade Coordination And Copy Trading Prohibition | yes Applies whenProhibited between other traders' accounts and via shared devices used to mirror trades; copy trading only from personal accounts legally bound to the account holder | — | |
| Daily Reset Time | 00:00 UTC | — | |
| Overnight and Weekend Position Holding Restriction | There are no restrictions on holding positions outside of regular market hours. | — | |
| Trading Day Definition | A day where you achieve at least 0.5% profit based on the initial account balance; qualifying days need not be consecutive Applies whenQualifying trading days need not be consecutive | — | |
| Hedging for Arbitrage Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Prohibited Strategy Consequence | your participation in the program will be terminated and may include forfeiture of any fees paid to the Company Applies whenIf the Company detects that your trading constitutes Prohibited Trading | — | |
| Account Arbitrage Prohibition | yes | — | |
| Maximum Floating PnL Risk Limit | 1% Applies whenFunded accounts only; first violation: reward split reduced to 50%, second violation: 25%, third violation: account permanently breached | — | |
| Minimum Trading Days Applies | yes Applies whenBefore requesting a reward; Instant Standard has no evaluation | — | |
| Payout Method Threshold Amount | 500 USD | — | |
| News Window Profit Cap Percentage | 0.5% Applies whenAccounts opened after 27 April 2026; per payout cycle; trades opened or closed within 5 minutes before/after red-folder or FOMC events; excess profit removed without a breach. | — | |
| Platform Password Change Prohibited | yes Applies whenThe exact password sent by email must be used to access the platform | — | |
| Funded Account Merging Allowed | no Applies whenInstant Funding accounts | — | |
| Unlimited Challenge Attempts Allowed | yes | — | |
| Partial Reward Requests Allowed | yes Applies whenWhen eligible, provided the request meets the minimum payout requirement. | — | |
| Failed Account Retry/Resume Allowed | no Applies whenAccount closed and progress lost on failure; new account must be purchased | — | |
| Late Payout Compensation Amount | 1000 USD Applies whenWhen the reward is not paid within 24 hours; the guarantee timer pauses on weekends and rewards are processed on business days | — | |
| All Listed Currency Pairs Tradable | yes Applies whenThe currency pairs are listed on the platform the trader wants to use. | — | |
| Profit Retention Allowed | yes Applies whenProvided the account remains within AquaFunded’s rules, terms and trading parameters. | — | |
| Demo Environment Exploitation Prohibition | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard Analytics | yes | — | |
| Trading Platform | TradingView | — | |
| Trading Platform | MetaTrader 5 | — | |
| Trading Platform | cTrader | — | |
| Trading Platform | Match-Trader | — | |
| Trading Platform | Trade Locker | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chat Support | yes | — | |
| No Payout Disputes | yes | — |
| Rule | Value & conditions | Benefit points | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Age Requirement | 18 years Applies whenGeneral Terms; EU/UK residents are separately addressed by the jurisdictional clauses. | — | |
| Restricted Jurisdictions | Cuba- Iran- Syria- Vietnam- Kenya–Albania-Algeria-North Korea-Senegal-Myanmar-Russia-Belarus-Sudan-South Sudan-Venezuela-Crimea-Donetsk-Luhansk Applies whenCan trade with restrictions (Instant Funding models only, max $50K funded per trader): Thailand, Brazil, Bulgaria, Japan, Jordan, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines | — | |
| Customer Support Channel Hours | 24/7 Applies whenEmail and website chat support are advertised as available 24/7. | — | |
| Information Liability Disclaimer | yes | — | |
| Non-Broker Status Statement | yes | — | |
| Email Support Response Time | 24 Applies whenTarget reply time for email support | — | |
| Country Restrictions Published | yes | — | |
| Disclaimer of Warranties | yes | — |
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