Prohibited Trading Strategies All-or-Nothing Trading: Engaging in trading practices that risk the entire account balance on a single trade is strictly prohibited. Such excessively risky trading behaviors are a violation of our terms of service and will result in the termination of the account with a full refund of the initial fees. Hedging Policies: Hedging practices involving multiple accounts, including accounts owned by the same trader, are expressly prohibited. Hedging—defined as opening opposing positions on the same asset—compromises fair trading practices and the integrity of the platform. Any violations of this policy will result in account termination. Use of Expert Advisors (EAs): While the use of third-party Expert Advisors (EAs) is permitted, each EA or trading strategy must be unique to the user. If multiple users are found executing identical trades or strategies using the same EA, the account(s) involved may be terminated. Users are encouraged to deploy their own programmed EAs to ensure compliance. Additionally, traders should adhere to the platform’s operational limits, which include a maximum of 2,000 server requests per day (such as take-profit/stop-loss modifications or order adjustments) and a daily position limit of 2,000 trades. Irresponsible Trading in Simulated Accounts: Engaging in large-volume trades without a coherent strategy, or disregarding market analysis and risk management principles, constitutes misuse of the simulated trading environment. Such actions, which fail to provide meaningful trading data, will be subject to penalties. Restrictions to Prevent High-Frequency Trading: To deter high-frequency trading (HFT) behaviors, no more than 50% of trades may be held for less than one minute. Violations of this restriction will be addressed under our compliance procedures. Evaluation Completion and Account Management Individual Evaluation Completion: Each trading evaluation must be completed independently. The copying of trades, whether manually or via EAs, between DeltaFunded evaluation accounts is strictly prohibited. This prohibition applies to both trade executions and underlying trade strategies. Account Management and Capital Allocation: Each account must be traded independently, and traders are required to comply with the maximum allocation limits for each product as detailed in our guidelines. While copy trading is permitted between DeltaFunded Trader accounts and DeltaFunded Evaluation accounts, the trader must provide proof of ownership for all accounts involved in the copy trading process. Trade Copiers are allowed under this condition. Protective Risk Measures Penalties for Prohibited Practices: Engaging in prohibited trading activities will result in immediate termination from our program. Fees paid for the account where the infraction occurred will be refunded. Prior to issuing a simulated DeltaFunded Trader account, trading activity will be thoroughly reviewed for compliance. Non-compliance may result in the denial of the simulated account or the closure of existing accounts, including forfeiture of accrued profits. If prohibited practices are detected, DeltaFunded Markets reserves the right to enforce risk mitigation measures, including limiting risk exposure to no more than 2% per trade or per defined time horizon. These measures are designed to eliminate harmful behaviors and encourage responsible trading practices. Consistency Requirements: Traders are expected to exhibit consistent and sustainable trading strategies. If a trader demonstrates extreme or inconsistent behavior, their trading activity may be subject to review by our risk team. In such cases, the trader may be required to provide additional trading history to verify that profits are derived from a stable and reliable trading approach. If a trader is unable to demonstrate a consistent strategy, DeltaFunded Markets reserves the right to take remedial actions, which may include imposing restrictions on trading activities, terminating the agreement, or withholding payouts. To promote long-term stability, traders may be asked to continue trading for an extended period and adopt a longer-term trading strategy, explicitly avoiding an "all-or-nothing" approach. Purpose: These updated policies are designed to foster responsible trading practices and maintain the integrity and fairness of our trading platform. DeltaFunded Markets is committed to providing a secure and equitable trading environment for all users.

Users are welcome to simulate trades based on news events across all offered account types. However, because the DeltaFunded simulated platform mirrors real-world market conditions, users should be mindful of the risks associated with slippage. To clarify, trading on news events during the evaluation on the DeltaFunded simulated platform is not a direct violation of our rules. However, users should understand that slippages may occur—similar to what happens in live market conditions—and that they bear the responsibility if slippage results in a violation of the maximum loss rules. DeltaFunded does not guarantee profits generated during high-risk news events, nor can we protect users from potential losses. Trades may not execute as expected or may fill in a way that results in a loss on your simulated account. Our simulated platform is specifically designed to emulate live trading account conditions. Just as slippage is an inherent risk in real markets, it also applies to our simulated platform, which tracks live market behavior. Therefore, we strongly recommend users avoid trading during high-impact news releases to mitigate these risks.

1. Permissible Trade Copying Activities: Traders are allowed to copy trades under the following conditions: From or to their personal trading account. Between their personal account and a DeltaFunded Trader account. Between multiple DeltaFunded Trader accounts. Between a DeltaFunded Trader account and an evaluation account. Note: All trade copying must involve the trader’s own accounts, and the trader must have verifiable ownership of the accounts involved. 2. Restriction on Trade Copying: Trade copying or using the same trading strategies/ideas between multiple DeltaFunded evaluation accounts is strictly prohibited. Each evaluation must be completed independently to maintain the integrity of the evaluation process. Purpose of the Policy: This policy is designed to ensure fair evaluation practices and maintain consistency across all trading activities while allowing traders flexibility in managing their own accounts responsibly.

At DeltaFunded, each user is expected to develop and execute their own trading strategy. We do not permit teams or individuals to replicate or copy trades on our simulated platform. Every user is provided with the opportunity to create a unique trading strategy, within the maximum allowed allocation of hypothetical funds. It is strictly against our rules for users to engage in coordinated or identical simulated trades that result in exceeding the maximum capital allocation limits. By adhering to these guidelines, we ensure a fair and equitable evaluation process for all participants.

At DeltaFunded, you are permitted to use any Expert Advisor (EA) to support your trading, provided that we do not observe multiple users executing the same trades or employing identical strategies. Each user is limited to one unique strategy. If it is determined that multiple users are utilizing the same EA, this may result in account termination. While the use of third-party EAs is allowed, we strongly recommend that users program and employ their own customized EAs. Additionally, be mindful of the following platform limitations: Server Request Limit: Maximum of 1,000 requests per day (including modifications of Take Profit, Stop Loss, or order adjustments). DeltaFunded imposes no restrictions on trading style or strategy, as long as: Trades are simulated legitimately. Trades align with real market conditions. DeltaFunded would have the ability to replicate these trades in live capital accounts if necessary. Trading Limits Forex & Commodities: Maximum ticket size is 50 lots per order. Indices: Maximum position size in 1 instrument, e.g US500 is $4 500 000 Order Limit: Users can enter a maximum of 200 open positions at any given time. Beyond these limits, users are free to simulate trades across all instruments and assets available on the hypothetical trading platform. It is essential to manage risk appropriately and adhere to all User Objectives and Rules.

Yes, users are permitted to hold simulated trades overnight during all evaluation phases, including DeltaFunded Trader accounts. However, as a user, it is essential to consider potential risks associated with adverse market conditions that may occur during a market rollover. Additionally, users are allowed to hold simulated trades over the weekend across all evaluation accounts, including DeltaFunded Trader accounts. Because our simulated platform mirrors real market conditions, you should be aware of the risks related to market gaps when trading instruments that are closed during the weekend trading hours, such as Forex pairs, Indices, and other. As a trader, it is your responsibility to evaluate the risks and rewards of holding positions overnight or over weekends. While we encourage users to maintain flexibility in their strategies, please note that if a market gap, slippage, or wide spread results in a rule violation, the responsibility lies with the user. Trading Hours It is the responsibility of all users to be familiar with the trading hours for each instrument they trade. Ensuring awareness of these schedules is very important for effective risk management.

At DeltaFunded, the use of Stop Loss (SL) and Take Profit (TP) orders is not mandatory. You are free to structure your strategy as you see fit, without any requirement to incorporate these tools. However, data consistently indicates that traders who use Stop Loss orders tend to achieve greater long-term success compared to those who do not. For this reason, while it remains optional, we strongly recommend the use of Stop Loss orders as part of your risk management strategy. Effective risk management is a cornerstone of sustainable trading, and Stop Loss orders can help mitigate losses and breach your account during volatile market conditions.

All accounts are subject to closure after 30 days of inactivity. To prevent deactivation, users must have at least one position open within every 30-day period. This policy applies to all accounts, including newly purchased accounts that have not yet had any trades executed. We encourage users to remain actively engaged with their accounts to ensure continued access and avoid account closure. However, if no trades are placed for thirty (30) or more consecutive days, we reserve the right—at our sole discretion—to classify the account as inactive, even if there is an open position.

At DeltaFunded, we recognize that every trader has a unique approach, and we respect individual trading strategies. For this reason, there is no limit on the maximum risk a trader may take per trade idea. However, responsible risk management is essential for long-term success. We strongly advise against risking a significant portion of your daily drawdown on a single trade idea, as this "all-or-nothing" approach is not aligned with the values of the DeltaFunded community. Our data indicates that the most successful traders typically risk 1–1.5% per trade idea, balancing opportunity and risk effectively. If our team identifies that your trading style is excessively aggressive, we may reach out to discuss ways to reduce your risk. Please note, however, that you are never at risk of being denied a payout share solely based on your trading style.

At DeltaFunded, we provide traders with the flexibility to use any strategy that aligns with their trading edge, including the martingale strategy. However, certain strategies are strictly prohibited, such as: Abuse of feed Freezing High-frequency trading Straddling Arbitrage For more details on prohibited strategies, please refer to our Terms & Conditions. As long as your strategy is executable on a live market feed and complies with our rules, it is permitted on our platform. Expert Advisor (EA) Usage You are allowed to use any EA (Expert Advisor) to support your trading. However, each trader is limited to one unique strategy. If we detect multiple users executing the same trades or utilizing identical EAs, this may result in account termination. While third-party EAs are allowed, we strongly recommend that traders use their own custom-programmed EAs. At DeltaFunded, we aim to create a fair and transparent trading environment where traders can explore and apply their unique strategies responsibly.

You must trade on at least 4 days during the evaluation period. A trading day is counted when you place a trade at least once within a 24-hour period (EE(S)T time). If a position is held over multiple days, only the day when the trade opening the position was executed is considered to be the trading day

At DeltaFunded, users are not held responsible for any losses incurred during the evaluation stages or on the DeltaFunded Trader Stage. However, if a user violates any User Objective or Rule—such as Maximum Drawdown, Trailing Drawdown, Daily Drawdown, Trading Policies, or the Inactivity Rule—their account will be terminated. While account termination can be a learning opportunity, we encourage users to reflect on their strategies and use the experience to sharpen their trading skills. Users are always welcome to purchase a new evaluation account and start fresh, applying the lessons learned to achieve future success.

The DeltaFunded Classic Account is our 2-Phase evaluation program that enables users to earn up to 100% of the profits they generate. Payouts can be requested at any time, provided all requirements are met. During the DeltaFunded Trader stage, users will have access to the same account balance they used during the evaluation phase. For example, if a user had $100,000 in simulated funds during the evaluation, they will continue with a $100,000 balance in their DeltaFunded Trader account to trade on our simulated platform. To ensure clarity, all accounts provided to clients are simulated accounts using virtual funds. Once a user becomes a DeltaFunded Trader, they receive login credentials to a simulated trading account. The key difference is that DeltaFunded Traders begin earning based on their performance while simultaneously working to refine their trading systems using their data. Users are entitled to earn up to 100% of the profits generated on their simulated DeltaFunded Trader Account. This approach ensures a seamless process and allows DeltaFunded to build valuable insights from your trading data, all without impacting your trading results.

To ensure a structured evaluation process, we have established the following objectives and rules: Profit Target: Achieve an 10% profit target based on the closed profit in your trading account. Minimum Trading Days: You must trade on at least 4 days during the evaluation period. A trading day is counted when you place a trade at least once within a 24-hour period (EE(S)T time). Unlimited Trading Days: There is no time limit for completing the evaluation. However, you must place at least one trade every 30 days to maintain your account's activity. Daily Drawdown: A maximum of 5% daily drawdown is allowed, which includes both floating and closed losses. This is calculated based on the higher value of your starting balance or equity for the day. Maximum Drawdown: An 10% maximum drawdown is applied to your initial balance, accounting for the maximum running (floating) equity loss over the entire evaluation period.

These are the second set of rules and objectives you need to pass after completing phase one. Profit Target: Achieve an 5% profit target based on the closed profit in your trading account. Minimum Trading Days: You must trade on at least 4 days during the evaluation period. A trading day is counted when you place a trade at least once within a 24-hour period (EE(S)T time). Unlimited Trading Days: There is no time limit for completing the evaluation. However, you must place at least one trade every 30 days to maintain your account's activity. Daily Drawdown: A maximum of 5% daily drawdown is allowed, which includes both floating and closed losses. This is calculated based on the higher value of your starting balance or equity for the day. Maximum Drawdown: An 10% maximum drawdown is applied to your initial balance, accounting for the maximum running (floating) equity loss over the entire evaluation period.

Profit Target: N/A Minimum Trading Days: N/A Unlimited Trading Days: There is no time limit for completing the evaluation. However, you must place at least one trade every 60 days to maintain your account's activity. Daily Drawdown: A maximum of 5% daily drawdown is allowed, which includes both floating and closed losses. This is calculated based on the higher value of your starting balance or equity for the day. Maximum Drawdown: An 10% maximum drawdown is applied to your initial balance, accounting for the maximum running (floating) equity loss over the entire evaluation period. Profit Share: 80%

The Initial Balance Drawdown is a key rule that must be adhered to during both the evaluation process and the DeltaFunded Trader Stage. If your account's equity (floating + closed losses) falls below the initial balance limit, your account will be terminated. Example: With an 10% initial balance drawdown, if you have an account with a $100,000 initial balance, your maximum drawdown limit is $90,000. If your floating and closed losses exceed this limit, you will fail the evaluation or lose your DeltaFunded Trader account. Scaled Balance in the Trader Stage In the DeltaFunded Trader Stage, your account balance at the time of a payout is snapshotted and becomes your new "Scaled Balance." For example: If your account progresses from $100,000 to $200,000, the 10% initial balance drawdown will now be calculated from $200,000 instead of $100,000. This dynamic scaling allows you to grow your account while maintaining appropriate risk management thresholds.

If a user’s starting equity at the beginning of the day (00:00 UTC+2) is $113,000, but their account balance is $110,000, the daily stop-out level will be calculated as follows: Identify the higher value: Starting equity = $113,000 Account balance = $110,000 Higher value = $113,000 Calculate the 5% drawdown: $113,000 × 5% = $5,650 Determine the stop-out level: $113,000 - $5,650 = $107,350 Thus, the daily stop-out level will be $107,350. This stop-out level will remain active for that trading day until the new daily drawdown is recalculated. Monitoring Your Limits: To ensure compliance with your drawdown limits, regularly check your Account Loss Analysis, conveniently located in the top right corner of your dashboard.

A maximum of 5% daily drawdown is allowed, which includes both floating and closed losses. This is calculated based on the higher value of your starting balance or equity for the day. If a user’s starting equity at the beginning of the day (00:00 UTC+2) is $113,000, but their account balance is $110,000, the daily stop-out level will be calculated as follows: Identify the higher value Starting equity = $113,000 Account balance = $110,000 Higher value = $113,000 2. Calculate the 5% drawdown: $113,000 × 5% = $5,650 3. Determine the stop-out level: $113,000 - $5,650 = $107,350 ​ Thus, the daily stop-out level will be $107,350. This stop-out level will remain active for that trading day until the new daily drawdown is recalculated.

The Initial Balance Drawdown is a very important rule that must be adhered to during both the evaluation process and the DeltaFunded Trader Stage. ​ If your account's equity (floating + closed losses) falls below the initial balance limit, your account will be terminated. ​ Example: With an 10% initial balance drawdown, if you have an account with a $100,000 initial balance, your maximum drawdown limit is $90,000. If your floating and closed losses exceed this limit, you will fail the evaluation or lose your DeltaFunded Trader account.