Activation Accounts: Challenge Rules

2 min. readlast update: 09.18.2026

How many phases are there?

One. You pass a single challenge, then move to a simulated funded account.

What is the profit target?

2%, calculated on your starting balance. It is the same on every account size. On a $50,000 account that is $1,000.

What is the daily loss limit?

4%, balance based. Balance based means it is measured against your balance at the start of the trading day, not against your highest equity during it.

What is the maximum drawdown?

6%, and on the challenge it is static. Static means it is set from your starting balance and does not move as you make simulated profit. On a $50,000 account your floor is $47,000 for the whole challenge, wherever your equity gets to.

What happens if I breach a loss limit?

Breaching either the daily loss limit or the maximum drawdown is a Major violation and the account is cancelled. There is no warning stage and no soft breach.

Is there a consistency rule?

No. There is no consistency rule during the challenge.

Is there a minimum number of trading days?

No.

Is there a time limit?

No. Take as long as you need.

Is there a maximum risk per position?

No, not at launch.

Can I trade the news and hold over the weekend?

Yes. News trading, weekend holding and weekend trading are all permitted. News trading remains governed by the FT+ News Trading Policy.

What happens when I pass?

You are notified that you have met the objective. You pay the activation fee, and your simulated funded account is issued.

 

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