This section provides quick answers to the most common questions about TradeMakers accounts, renewals, verification, and program-wide policies.
It applies to all traders across the Instant and Challenge programs for both Equities and Futures.

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General Account Questions

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How many accounts can I have?

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You can hold multiple accounts across both Equities and Futures programs.
However, each account must be traded independently — copying or mirroring trades between them is prohibited.

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⚠️ Note: Accounts found with identical or offsetting trade behavior (hedging or mirroring) will be terminated under the Good Faith Policy.

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Can I upgrade my account size?

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Yes. Traders can upgrade or scale to a larger account after completing 3 consecutive compliant payout cycles.
Scaling is based on profitability, consistency, and adherence to all drawdown and risk rules.

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Are there any recurring or subscription fees?

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No. All TradeMakers accounts — Instant and Challenge — are one-time payments.
Your initial program fee covers the evaluation or instant access phase and includes the funded account upon qualification.

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Can I trade during all market hours?

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Yes, you can trade during regular exchange trading hours:

• Futures: Sunday 6:00 PM → Friday 5:00 PM EST (with a 1-hour maintenance break daily).
  
  
• Equities: Monday → Friday, 9:30 AM → 4:00 PM EST.
  Avoid trading during platform maintenance or restricted news windows to prevent auto-liquidation.

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Are there platform maintenance periods?

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Yes. The BlackArrow platform undergoes regular updates during low-volume hours, typically between 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM EST.
During this time, trading is paused, and open positions may be held or closed automatically depending on exposure.

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Compliance and Verification

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Is KYC (Know Your Customer) verification required?

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Yes.
All funded traders must complete KYC verification to receive payouts.
You will be asked to submit:

• A government-issued ID (passport or driver’s license).
  
  
• Proof of address (utility bill or bank statement).
  
  
• Your registered payment account details.
  
  

💡 KYC verification ensures legal compliance and prevents payout fraud.

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What happens if I breach a rule?

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If any rule is breached — daily loss, drawdown, Good Faith, or automation — your account is automatically suspended.
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Compliance will review and confirm the violation.

If verified, the account is closed, and profits for that payout cycle are forfeited.

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Can I appeal a compliance decision?

Yes. You can appeal a decision by emailing compliance@thetrademakers.com within 5 business days of notification.

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Include trade IDs, screenshots, and relevant order history for review.
All appeals are reviewed on a case-by-case basis within 3–5 business days.

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Payouts and Earnings

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How are payouts made?

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All payouts are made in USD to the trader’s verified payment method.
TradeMakers does not send payouts to third-party accounts or unverified wallets.
Processing takes 24–72 hours after approval.

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Do payouts include tax deductions?

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No. TradeMakers does not withhold taxes on payouts.
Traders are responsible for declaring earnings in accordance with their local tax regulations.

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Can I request multiple payouts at once?

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No. You must complete one payout cycle before submitting another request.
Each payout resets your 6-trading-day minimum for the next cycle.

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Program Transitions and Renewals

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Can I restart a failed evaluation?

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Yes. If your Challenge account fails, you can repurchase the same program tier and restart immediately.
There are no waiting periods or penalties for retrying.

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Can I switch from Equities to Futures?

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Yes, but each program operates under separate systems.
You’ll need to register for the new product type (e.g., Challenge Futures) and activate that account independently.

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Can I request a refund?

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No. All purchases are final and non-refundable, as account activation and data integration begin immediately upon registration.

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What support options are available?

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You can reach the TradeMakers Support Team via:

• Email: support@thetrademakers.com
  
  
• Live Chat: inside your dashboard (during business hours).
  
  
• Average Response Time: 1–3 business hours (standard), 24 hours (compliance inquiries).

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Summary

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✅ The General FAQ serves as a quick reference for all TradeMakers participants.
Understanding these fundamentals ensures smoother account management, faster payouts, and compliance continuity — supporting long-term success within the TradeMakers funding ecosystem.

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The News & Earnings Trading Policy defines how traders should manage exposure around high-impact economic announcements and company earnings events.
These periods create extreme volatility, slippage, and abnormal fills that can distort performance and risk tracking.

This policy applies to all programs — Instant, Challenge, Equities, and Futures.

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Overview

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TradeMakers allows trading during news or earnings releases, but all traders must maintain disciplined risk management.
Any abnormal gains or losses resulting from opportunistic trading or market manipulation will trigger a compliance review.

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⚙️ Purpose:
To preserve fairness and protect traders from avoidable volatility while ensuring all profits are legitimate and repeatable.

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Futures — Economic News Events

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High-impact economic announcements often move index, energy, and metal futures by hundreds of ticks in seconds.
To minimize slippage and compliance risk, the following rules apply:

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Examples of restricted high-impact events:

• Federal Reserve rate decisions (FOMC)
  
  
• CPI, PPI, GDP releases
  
  
• NFP (Non-Farm Payrolls)
  
  
• EIA Oil Inventories
  
  
• Fed Chair or Treasury speeches
  
  

💡 Tip: Always consult an economic calendar (e.g., ForexFactory, Investing.com) before trading major events.

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Equities — Company Earnings and Reports

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For Equities traders, volatility spikes occur around quarterly earnings reports and corporate announcements.

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Earnings Trading Guidelines:

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• Do not open or hold positions during the earnings release window for the company being reported.
  
  
• Avoid correlated exposure (e.g., trading SPY or QQQ during Apple or Microsoft earnings).
  
  
• Once the company’s results are public and the market stabilizes, normal trading may resume.
  
  

⚠️ Example:
If Apple (AAPL) releases earnings at 4:05 PM EST, do not open or hold AAPL, SPY, or QQQ trades between 3:55 PM – 4:15 PM EST.

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 Compliance and Risk Monitoring

All accounts are monitored in real time for event-based volatility exploitation.
Suspicious patterns include:

• Extremely high profits within seconds of data release.
  
  
• Order execution at illogical prices (feed delay or latency advantage).
  
  
• Multiple traders placing identical trades during the same millisecond window.
  
  

If flagged:

• The payout for that cycle is paused for review.
  
  
• Compliance validates if profits resulted from legitimate fills.
  
  

Verified manipulation leads to payout forfeiture and potential account suspension.

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 Overnight and Pre-Market Considerations

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For positions held overnight:

• Futures traders must keep exposure below 30% of account balance.
  
  
• Equities traders should close positions before major after-hours or pre-market events to avoid gaps.
  
  
• If your trade is impacted by overnight news, it still counts toward your performance metrics and drawdown — so size responsibly.

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Examples of Good vs. Bad Practice

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Summary

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✅ The News & Earnings Trading Policy protects both the trader and the firm during unpredictable market volatility.
By avoiding aggressive exposure during news releases and following timing rules, TradeMakers traders maintain payout eligibility and demonstrate true professional discipline.

The Account Idle Time Policy ensures that all TradeMakers traders remain active and engaged across every program — Instant, Challenge, Equities, and Futures.
Regular activity demonstrates consistency and keeps accounts synchronized with the firm’s compliance systems.

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Overview

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An account is considered idle when no trades are placed for a specific period of time.
To maintain operational integrity, any account that remains inactive beyond the permitted limit will be flagged and temporarily suspended until reactivation.

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⚙️ Purpose:
To encourage steady trading habits and ensure active participation across all funded and evaluation programs.

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Idle Time Limit

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How It Works

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• The 14-day timer begins after your last closed trade.
  
  
• All activity is tracked automatically in the BlackArrow platform logs.
  
  
• You’ll receive an email reminder at Day 10, and a suspension notice at Day 14 if no action is taken.
  
  

Once flagged inactive:

1. You will no longer be able to place or modify orders.
   
   
2. Compliance will archive your account status pending reactivation.
   
   
3. Your payout cycle or evaluation progress will be paused.

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 Vacations and Exceptions

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TradeMakers understands that traders may occasionally need breaks.
To avoid unnecessary suspensions:

1. Notify Support: Email support@thetrademakers.com before your 14-day limit.
   
   
2. Provide Details: Include your Account ID, program type, and expected return date.
   
   
3. Approval: Compliance will confirm your exemption and mark your account safe from auto-suspension.
   
   

Approved absences are valid for up to 30 days unless otherwise arranged.

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Reactivation Procedure

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If your account becomes inactive:

1. Log into your dashboard.
   
   
2. Click “Request Reactivation.”
   
   
3. Wait for compliance confirmation (typically within 24–48 hours).
   
   
4. Once approved, your account will be restored with all previous balances and data intact.
   
   

⚠️ Note: Extended inactivity (30+ days) without notice may result in permanent account closure and removal from all programs.

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Effect on Payouts and Evaluations

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Summary

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✅ The Account Idle Time Policy keeps the TradeMakers ecosystem active, fair, and efficient.
By trading consistently or notifying support before extended absences, traders maintain full access to funding, payouts, and growth opportunities without interruption.

The Algorithmic Trading Policy defines when and how automated systems, scripts, or trade copiers are restricted within all TradeMakers programs.
To ensure fairness and accuracy in evaluating trader performance, all executions must originate from manual input through the BlackArrow Platform unless explicitly authorized.

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Overview

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Algorithmic trading (or “bot trading”) refers to the use of software, scripts, or connected APIs to place, modify, or manage orders automatically.
TradeMakers prohibits the use of such systems unless approved through the compliance process.
This policy protects program integrity and ensures that profits reflect the trader’s skill, not machine-driven exploitation.

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⚙️ Purpose:
To guarantee that all trades represent genuine human decision-making, valid execution, and measurable risk control.

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When Bots Are Allowed or Restricted

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Verification and Compliance Requirements

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If a trader wishes to use a proprietary strategy tool, it must first be reviewed and approved by compliance.

Approval Process

1. Submit a written request to compliance@thetrademakers.com.
   
   
2. Include a description of the tool’s functions and ownership rights.
   
   
3. Confirm the tool does not execute or modify trades automatically.
   
   
4. Wait for written authorization before use.
   
   

⚠️ Note: Unapproved use of any third-party or automated system results in immediate account termination and profit forfeiture.

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Platform Monitoring

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The BlackArrow system continuously monitors trade execution patterns to detect automation or mirrored activity.
Automated detection algorithms flag:

• Orders executed within milliseconds across multiple accounts.
  
  
• Identical timestamps or position sizes repeated systematically.
  
  
• Round-trip trades executed at machine precision intervals.
  
  
• Cross-account latency exploitation or trade replication.
  
  

If triggered, the account is automatically paused for compliance review.

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Common Violations

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Behavioral Detection

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Automation is often revealed through repetitive, machine-like order patterns:

• Identical trades repeated across multiple sessions.
  
  
• Perfectly timed executions (e.g., within milliseconds).
  
  
• Continuous equal profit/loss intervals across trades.
  TradeMakers’ backend systems correlate these data points automatically, leaving no margin for concealment.

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Appeals and Verification

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Traders accused of automated trading may appeal within 5 business days of notification by providing:

• Screen recordings of sessions proving manual interaction.
  
  
• Evidence of manual trade placement in logs.
  
  
• Written statements explaining trade activity.
  
  

Compliance will review all submitted evidence before issuing a final decision.

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Summary

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✅ The Algorithmic Trading Policy maintains fairness and transparency across all TradeMakers programs.
By enforcing manual execution and strict compliance verification, the firm ensures that every trader’s performance reflects true ability — not automation.

The Hedging Policy applies to all TradeMakers accounts — including Equities and Futures — and outlines why hedging is prohibited within the funding structure.
Hedging introduces conflicting exposure that undermines true performance measurement and risk management integrity.

Overview

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Hedging occurs when a trader opens offsetting positions — either directly on the same instrument or across correlated assets — to neutralize or minimize market exposure.
While common in live portfolio management, it is not permitted in the TradeMakers environment due to its impact on performance tracking, liquidity simulation, and compliance auditing.

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⚙️ Purpose:
To ensure every position represents genuine trading intent, measurable market exposure, and transparent risk.

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Why Hedging Is Prohibited

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1. Artificial Risk Reduction
   
   
   
   • Hedging removes directional exposure, distorting true risk performance.
     
     
   • It prevents the compliance system from accurately measuring drawdowns or consistency.
     
     
2. False Volume Generation
   
   
   
   • Opening offsetting trades creates artificial turnover that can misrepresent account activity.
     
     
3. System Manipulation
   
   
   
   • Hedged positions may be used to bypass the drawdown system or lock in equity unfairly.
     
     
4. Conflict With Good Faith Policy
   
   
   
   • Hedging is viewed as a Good Faith violation because it circumvents the intent of the risk framework.
     
     

⚠️ Note: TradeMakers funding is designed to reward precision and risk control — not market neutrality through opposing orders.

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Examples of Prohibited Behavior

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Permitted Trading Behaviors

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Illustrative Example

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Example:
A trader with a $100K account goes long 3 NQ contracts and short 3 MNQ contracts simultaneously.

• Combined exposure appears minimal, but system risk readings become distorted.
  
  
• Daily loss and trailing drawdown tracking fail to reflect real risk.
  
  
• Account is flagged by compliance for cross-instrument hedging and disqualified.
  
  

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 Enforcement

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All accounts are monitored through TradeMakers’ compliance engine for hedging detection.

Detection Triggers Include:

• Opposite directional trades opened within seconds on correlated assets.
  
  
• Highly correlated position deltas across multiple active accounts.
  
  
• Order timestamps indicating mirrored activity.
  
  

Once detected:

1. The account is immediately suspended.
   
   
2. Compliance reviews activity logs and position reports.
   
   
3. If confirmed, the trader forfeits all profits and is permanently removed from all programs.
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Relationship to Other Policies

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The Hedging Policy directly connects to:

• Good Faith Policy → defines hedging as manipulative intent.
  
  
• Algorithmic Trading Rules → prohibits trade copiers that create unintended hedges.
  
  
• Risk Management Rules → ensures exposure and drawdown data remain accurate.
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Summary

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✅ The Hedging Policy ensures transparency and accountability across all trading activity.
By avoiding conflicting positions and trading in one clear direction, traders protect their funding status, uphold Good Faith principles, and contribute to a fair, professional trading ecosystem at TradeMakers.

The Good Faith Policy applies across all TradeMakers programs — including Equities, Futures, Instant, and Challenge accounts.
It establishes a universal code of conduct that ensures all traders act with honesty, fairness, and professionalism within the funding ecosystem.

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Definition and Rationale

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The Good Faith Policy exists to protect the integrity of TradeMakers’ funding structure.
It ensures that all performance and payouts result from genuine, compliant trading behavior — not system manipulation or coordinated activity.

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⚙️ Purpose:
To maintain fairness, transparency, and trust between the trader and the firm, while identifying and removing any unethical practices.

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What “Good Faith” Means

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Trading in good faith means:

• Executing trades manually and transparently.
  
  
• Respecting all firm rules and compliance limits.
  
  
• Avoiding any activity designed to manipulate systems or exploit loopholes.
  
  
• Treating staff and other traders with professionalism and respect.
  
  
• Reporting potential issues honestly and promptly.

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Violations of the Good Faith Policy

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The following behaviors are strictly prohibited under this policy:

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⚠️ Important: Any verified Good Faith violation voids all profits for that payout cycle — even if the account was profitable overall.

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Examples of Acceptable and Unacceptable Conduct

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Professional Conduct

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TradeMakers expects traders to conduct themselves professionally in all communications:

• Maintain respectful and courteous interaction with support and compliance staff.
  
  
• Refrain from harassment, profanity, or aggressive language.
  
  
• Submit requests and appeals factually, with clear context.
  
  

Abusive or disrespectful communication may result in temporary suspension or permanent exclusion from the program.

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Enforcement and Review

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TradeMakers conducts ongoing audits of trading logs and communication records to ensure compliance.
Accounts are reviewed automatically if performance patterns or order timing suggest manipulation.

Review Process:

1. Account flagged by automated detection or manual audit.
   
   
2. Compliance review initiated within 24–48 hours.
   
   
3. Trader notified and given the opportunity to explain or appeal.
   
   
4. Final determination issued; if violation confirmed, profits forfeited and account closed.
   
   

💡 Tip: When uncertain about a strategy, always confirm with compliance@thetrademakers.com before execution.

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Summary

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✅ The Good Faith Policy protects the credibility of every TradeMakers program. By trading with integrity and professionalism, you help maintain a fair, transparent environment — where real performance and disciplined trading are what lead to funding and long-term success.

Understanding the different types of drawdown models is essential to managing risk and maintaining compliance across all TradeMakers programs.
Drawdowns determine how much your balance can decrease before an account is automatically closed or disqualified.
Each program — whether Equities or Futures — uses a version of Static, End-of-Day Trailing, or Intraday Trailing Drawdown to control losses and encourage disciplined trading.

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Overview

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A drawdown is the maximum allowable decline in account equity from its highest point.
It ensures that a trader’s losses never exceed predefined risk limits.
Once the drawdown is breached, all open positions are liquidated and the account becomes ineligible for payouts or continuation.

⚙️ Objective:
To balance opportunity with protection, allowing traders to grow sustainably while enforcing accountability.

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Drawdown Models

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Static Drawdown

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A Static Drawdown remains fixed at a set dollar amount below your starting balance.
It does not move with your profits — the buffer stays the same regardless of equity growth.

Example:

• $50,000 account
  
  
• Static Drawdown = $2,000
  
  
• Liquidation occurs if balance falls to $48,000, even after profits increase.
  
  

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• Instant Equities (consistent swing and positional strategies).
  
  

✅ Pros:

• Easier to calculate and manage.
  
  
• Encourages consistent, low-risk trading.
  
  

⚠️ Cons:

Drawdown doesn’t increase as profits grow — once you breach it, profits are forfeited even if the account is still in gain overall.

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End-of-Day (EOD) Trailing Drawdown

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An End-of-Day Trailing Drawdown adjusts upward based on your balance at the end of each trading day.
It trails your profits, locking in gains while giving you a larger protected cushion.

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Example:

• $100,000 account with $3,000 EOD drawdown.
  
  
• Day 1: Profit to $104,000 → drawdown moves to $101,000.
  
  
• Day 2: Loss to $102,500 → drawdown remains at $101,000 (does not fall).
  
  
• If the balance drops below $101,000 at any point thereafter → breach.
  
  

Used In:

• Challenge Equities (Funded Stage)
  
  
• Challenge Futures (Funded Stage)
  
  

✅ Pros:

• Locks in profits as you perform well.
  
  
• Allows flexibility for small daily fluctuations.
  
  

⚠️ Cons:

• Restrictive for highly volatile intraday traders.
  
  
• Requires discipline to maintain sufficient buffer above trailing level.

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 Intraday (Live Trailing) Drawdown

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An Intraday Drawdown updates in real time as your account equity (balance + open positions) changes.
It’s the most dynamic and strict form of drawdown control.

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Example:

• $150,000 account with $4,500 trailing drawdown.
  
  
• Highest equity reached = $154,000 → new drawdown = $149,500.
  
  
• If equity (including open PnL) dips below $149,500 at any time → auto-liquidation.
  
  

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• Instant Futures
  
  
• Challenge Futures (Evaluation Phase)
  
  

✅ Pros:

• Promotes tight risk management.
  
  
• Rewards traders who actively manage open trades.
  
  

⚠️ Cons:

• Sensitive to unrealized PnL swings — large open positions can trigger breaches even before closing.
  
  
• Requires constant monitoring of equity vs. drawdown floor.

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Comparative Overview

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Pros and Cons Summary

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✅ In Summary:

• Static drawdown offers stability and simplicity.
  
  
• EOD trailing adds gradual flexibility for consistent traders.
  
  
• Intraday trailing enforces strict real-time risk control for professional-level discipline.
  
  

Mastering these drawdown systems allows TradeMakers traders to protect profits, maintain funding eligibility, and operate sustainably across all account types.

This section addresses the most common questions about the Challenge Futures Program, including evaluation rules, funding criteria, payouts, and compliance policies.

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Evaluation and Funding

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What is the purpose of the Challenge Futures Program?

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The Challenge Futures Program allows traders to prove consistency, discipline, and risk management before accessing a funded simulated account.
Passing the evaluation confirms your ability to trade sustainably under TradeMakers’ real-time risk parameters.

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How do I pass the evaluation?

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To pass, you must:

• Reach the profit target for your account size.
  
  
• Complete at least 6 trading days.
  
  
• Maintain profit consistency (no day > 40% of total profits).
  
  
• Avoid breaching daily loss or trailing drawdown limits.
  
  
• Follow all Good Faith and compliance policies.
  
  

Once verified, your account is automatically upgraded to funded status.

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What happens after I pass the evaluation?

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Once you pass, you’ll be issued a Funded Simulated Account with identical parameters to your evaluation account.
From that point, you are eligible for 90% profit splits after meeting payout and trading-day requirements.

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How long does the evaluation last?

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There is no time limit to complete the evaluation.
However, accounts inactive for more than 14 days are suspended until reactivation.

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Can I fail the evaluation?

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Yes. You fail the evaluation if you:

• Breach your daily or trailing drawdown.
  
  
• Violate the 40% consistency rule.
  
  
• Use automation, hedging, or mirror trading.
  
  
• Violate the Good Faith Policy.
  
  

You can reapply or repurchase the same account to try again at any time.

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Account Rules

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What is the drawdown system used?

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All Challenge Futures accounts use a live trailing drawdown during evaluation and funded phases.
It moves upward as your equity reaches new highs and locks once you hit your profit goal or enter funded status.

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Can I hold trades overnight?

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Yes, but overnight exposure cannot exceed 30% of total account equity.
This helps manage gap risk and maintain compliance with firm-level exposure policies.

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Are there trading time restrictions?

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No — you can trade any time during exchange trading hours:

Sunday 6:00 PM → Friday 5:00 PM EST (with a 1-hour daily maintenance break).

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What contracts can I trade?

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You may trade all standard and micro futures available through the platform, including:

• Indices: NQ, MNQ, ES, MES
  
  
• Commodities: CL, MCL, GC, MGC
  
  
• Metals and Currencies: 6E, 6J, SI
  
  

Always ensure your margin use remains below 50% of account equity.

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Can I use automation or trade copiers?

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No. All trading must be done manually through the BlackArrow Platform.
Automation, bots, and copy-trading software are strictly prohibited and will result in account termination.

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Payouts and Scaling

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When can I request my first payout after funding?

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After becoming funded, you must complete 6 active trading days and reach the profit target for your account size before requesting a payout.

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What is the profit split once funded?

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All Challenge Futures funded accounts offer a 90 / 10 split, where traders keep 90% of verified profits.

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How often can I request payouts?

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You may request payouts after each 6-day trading cycle, provided your account remains above the minimum balance threshold and passes compliance checks.

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How long do payouts take to process?

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Payouts are processed within 24–72 hours after compliance approval.
Delays may occur on weekends or during audits.

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Can I scale to a larger account?

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Yes. After 3 consecutive compliant payouts, traders become eligible for scale-up reviews.
Scaling decisions are based on profitability, drawdown control, and consistency.

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Compliance and Conduct

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What is considered a rule breach?

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Breaches include:

• Exceeding daily loss or trailing drawdown limits.
  
  
• Using prohibited automation or hedging.
  
  
• Coordinating trades with other accounts.
  
  
• Generating artificial volume or latency abuse.
  
  

Each breach voids the current payout cycle and may lead to account termination.

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What happens if I violate the Good Faith Policy?

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All profits for that cycle are forfeited, and your account may be permanently closed depending on the severity of the violation.

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What if I’m inactive for more than two weeks?

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Your account will be flagged and suspended after 14 days of inactivity.
You can reactivate within 24–48 hours by submitting a request through support.

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Can I use multiple Challenge accounts?

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Yes, you may hold multiple Challenge Futures accounts, but they must be traded independently.
Copying or mirroring trades between them is prohibited.

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How can I contact support?

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You can reach the team at support@thetrademakers.com during business hours or through the in-platform live chat.
Average response time: 1–3 business hours for general issues, 24 hours for compliance reviews.

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Summary

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✅ The Challenge Futures FAQ provides a quick reference for traders navigating the evaluation and funding stages.
By following these rules and maintaining Good Faith, participants can advance quickly through funding tiers and enjoy consistent long-term success within the TradeMakers ecosystem.

The Good Faith Policy defines the ethical and professional standards expected from all Challenge Futures traders.
It ensures every participant acts honestly, trades legitimately, and respects the integrity of the TradeMakers ecosystem.

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Overview

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The Good Faith Policy applies across both the evaluation and funded phases.
Every trade and payout is subject to review to ensure that results were achieved through genuine, rule-compliant activity.

⚙️ Objective:
To uphold transparency, fairness, and professional conduct in all trading activities under the TradeMakers funding model.

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Core Principles

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Prohibited Practices

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The following actions violate the Good Faith Policy and lead to disqualification, profit forfeiture, or permanent suspension:

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⚠️ Note: Even a single verified incident of these actions invalidates all current and pending payouts.

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Conduct and Communication

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All traders must communicate respectfully and professionally with the TradeMakers team. Aggressive or abusive language, harassment, or misuse of support channels violates this policy.

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Evaluation Integrity

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TradeMakers uses performance audits and automated system reviews to detect and prevent bad-faith behavior.

Audits include:

• Order timestamp and latency checks.
  
  
• Cross-account correlation detection.
  
  
• Volume and consistency analysis.
  
  
• Session replication tracking.
  
  

If evidence of manipulation or non-genuine trading is found, the account will be terminated immediately and no refunds issued.

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 Fair Payout Practices

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To maintain payout integrity:

• All profits must be the result of valid trades executed in compliance.
  
  
• No artificial equity adjustments, data-feed exploits, or shared trading strategies are permitted.
  
  

Compliance may withhold payout approval pending further investigation.

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Examples of Good vs Bad Faith

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Enforcement and Penalties

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Violations of the Good Faith Policy result in the following:

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💡 Tip: If in doubt about a strategy or behavior, contact compliance@thetrademakers.com for confirmation before execution.

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Summary

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✅ The Good Faith Policy ensures fairness, integrity, and professionalism within the Challenge Futures Program.
By upholding these values, traders contribute to a transparent and trustworthy funding ecosystem that rewards genuine performance and sustainable success.

The Challenge Futures Program enforces a zero-tolerance policy on unauthorized algorithmic or automated trading systems.
All trades must originate from manual input by the trader through the BlackArrow Platform.
This rule preserves fairness, compliance, and the integrity of TradeMakers’ funded trading environment.

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Overview

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The Challenge Futures model is built to evaluate human decision-making, risk management, and adaptability — not the performance of bots or external systems.
Any activity resembling automation or trade replication will result in immediate account review and potential termination.

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⚙️ Objective:
To confirm that all traders demonstrate individual skill and discipline under real-time market conditions.

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Manual Trading Only

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Manual trading means all orders are placed directly by the trader using the platform’s native interface.
Each order must be:

• Entered and managed by hand (no third-party execution).
  
  
• Fully visible and traceable in the trader’s platform activity log.
  
  
• Verified by TradeMakers’ compliance team upon payout review.
  
  

✅ Permitted Tools

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• Hotkeys or one-click trade entry within BlackArrow.
  
  
• Bracket orders or OCO (One Cancels Other) setups.
  
  
• Visual indicators, alerts, or templates for chart analysis.
  
  
• Use of TradingView or analytics platforms for observation (read-only).
  
  

❌ Prohibited Tools

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• Expert Advisors (EAs) or automated bots.
  
  
• External scripts or trade copiers.
  
  
• API connections that send orders to the platform.
  
  
• Copy-trading or mirror trading from other accounts.
  
  
• Latency arbitrage, front-running, or order spoofing systems.

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Automation Detection System

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TradeMakers uses advanced monitoring to detect non-human behavior.
Automated systems are flagged when patterns such as these appear:

• Identical entries and exits across multiple accounts.
  
  
• Orders executed within milliseconds of each other.
  
  
• Repetitive trade placement with no variation in time or size.
  
  
• Perfectly correlated behavior across trader profiles.
  
  

If flagged:

1. The account is locked pending review.
   
   
2. Compliance verifies execution logs for human input.
   
   
3. If confirmed automated, the trader is permanently disqualified.
   
   

⚠️ Important: Accounts linked to any automation or replication behavior are not eligible for refunds or profit payouts.

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Ownership and Code Verification

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Traders who claim to use proprietary semi-automated systems for strategy support may request approval by providing:

• A written summary of the tool’s function.
  
  
• Proof of ownership and usage rights.
  
  
• Confirmation that the tool does not execute or modify trades directly.
  
  

Such requests must be reviewed and approved in writing by compliance@thetrademakers.com before activation.
Unverified or unapproved systems are treated as full automation violations.

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Compliance Enforcement

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Example Scenarios

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Summary

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✅ The Algorithmic Trading Policy ensures a level playing field and rewards genuine skill.
All Challenge Futures participants must rely on their own analysis and execution — not automation — to pass evaluations and maintain long-term funding eligibility.

The Challenge Futures Trading Rules are designed to assess not only profitability but also control, consistency, and discipline. Adhering to these rules during both the evaluation and funded stages ensures compliance with TradeMakers’ professional trading standards and protects payout eligibility.

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Overview

All Challenge Futures traders must follow uniform risk and behavior parameters that mirror real proprietary trading conditions.
Breaking any of these rules results in immediate disqualification for that payout cycle or termination of the evaluation.

⚙️ Purpose:
To ensure that funded traders manage risk like professionals, with precise adherence to daily loss limits, exposure caps, and permitted trading behaviors.

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Core Trading Rules

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Permitted Trading Hours

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💡 Tip: Use limit and stop orders instead of market entries during volatile sessions to minimize slippage and preserve drawdown room.

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Margin and Exposure Rules

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TradeMakers enforces strict exposure limits to maintain proper risk diversification:

• Total Margin Cap: You may not use more than 50% of available account equity as margin at any time.
  
  
• Correlated Exposure: Avoid holding simultaneous positions across instruments that move together (e.g., NQ and MNQ).
  
  
• Overnight Exposure: Capped at 30% of total account equity to prevent gap losses.

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⚠️ Note: Breaching margin or exposure caps may trigger auto-liquidation and invalidate your evaluation or payout for that cycle.

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Position Management

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• All open trades must be actively monitored.
  
  
• If a trader loses connection, reconnect immediately to prevent unmanaged positions.
  
  
• Stop losses are mandatory for all trades.
  
  
• Large single-position exposure that risks breaching drawdown on one trade is prohibited.
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No Hedging Policy

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Hedging is strictly forbidden in all Challenge Futures accounts.

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If hedging or offset trades are detected, all profits from that cycle are forfeited and the account is closed.

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DCA and Scaling Rules

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DCA (Dollar Cost Averaging):
Permitted only when applied within account margin and daily loss limits.

Scaling In / Out:
Allowed for active positions as long as:

• Position size remains within max contract limits.
  
  
• Each addition maintains overall compliance with exposure and margin use.

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News Event Trading

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Trading through high-impact economic announcements is permitted, but must be done responsibly:

• Avoid large exposure within 2 minutes before and after scheduled data releases (CPI, NFP, FOMC, etc.).
  
  
• Sudden profit spikes or manipulative activity around news events trigger compliance review.
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Auto-Liquidation Triggers

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Auto-liquidation occurs when:

• Daily loss or trailing drawdown is breached.
  
  
• Margin usage exceeds 100%.
  
  
• Exposure surpasses 30% overnight limit.
  
  

When triggered, all open positions are immediately closed, and the account enters compliance review.

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Summary

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✅ The Trading & Risk Management Rules ensure Challenge Futures traders operate responsibly under real-market stress.
Following these standards proves a trader’s ability to manage leverage, preserve capital, and trade professionally within TradeMakers’ risk-controlled environment.

The Profit Goals and Drawdown Rules define how performance and risk are measured during both the evaluation and funded phases of the Challenge Futures Program. Understanding these metrics is critical — as they determine whether you pass the evaluation, maintain funding, and qualify for payouts.

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Overview

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Every Challenge Futures account operates under a live trailing drawdown system, combined with a profit target and minimum balance requirement.
The evaluation phase ends once you reach your profit goal without breaching any rule, at which point your account automatically transitions into a funded simulation.

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Profit Goals

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⚙️ Note: The profit target resets for each payout cycle after funding, maintaining accountability and consistency.

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Minimum Balance Requirements

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To qualify for payout or maintain evaluation eligibility:

• You must stay above the trailing drawdown at all times.
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• You must maintain a minimum balance higher than your drawdown buffer before submitting a payout request.

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If your account equity falls below these levels before approval, the payout is void for that cycle and must be re-earned.

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Live Trailing Drawdown Explained

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The Trailing Drawdown dynamically adjusts upward as your account equity reaches new highs.
It represents the maximum loss you can sustain below your highest equity point.

Formula

Trailing Drawdown = Highest Equity Reached – Max Drawdown Value

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⚠️ Important: Once breached, the evaluation ends immediately — all positions are liquidated, and the account becomes ineligible for funding in that phase.

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Profit Goal and Drawdown Table

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Compliance and Continuity

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• The same drawdown model applies in both evaluation and funded stages.
  
  
• Breaching the drawdown voids current eligibility — you must restart the evaluation.
  
  
• Maintaining positive consistency and equity levels improves scaling review eligibility.

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Tips for Passing the Challenge Efficiently

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1. Use smaller position sizes early to build profit buffer.
   
   
2. Avoid overtrading near the drawdown floor — it’s the #1 reason for failure.
   
   
3. Track your live trailing drawdown line daily in BlackArrow.
   
   
4. Don’t rush the target — TradeMakers rewards longevity, not speed.
   
   

Summary

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✅ The Profit Goals and Drawdown Rules ensure that Challenge Futures traders demonstrate consistent, professional-grade risk management.
By balancing growth with protection, traders who respect these parameters position themselves for sustainable success and rapid funding under the TradeMakers model.

The Challenge Futures Evaluation phase tests not only profitability but also consistency, rule adherence, and emotional discipline.
To qualify for funding, traders must meet several performance and compliance benchmarks that prove they can operate sustainably within TradeMakers’ risk framework.

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Overview

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Passing the evaluation isn’t about hitting one big trade — it’s about controlled performance over time.
TradeMakers evaluates your results based on drawdown protection, day-to-day profit balance, and behavioral consistency.

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⚙️ Objective:
To ensure only disciplined traders transition into funded accounts where longevity and professionalism matter.

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Minimum Trading Days

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• You must complete a minimum of 6 trading days to pass the evaluation.
  
  
• Multiple trades can be made per day, but only one day of trading counts toward this total.
  
  
• Trading for fewer than 6 days will automatically disqualify the evaluation, even if the profit target is achieved.
  
  

💡 Tip: Focus on steady trading instead of rushing — the evaluation is designed to reward time-based discipline.

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Consistency Rule (40% Profit Distribution Rule)

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• No single trading day may contribute more than 40% of your total profits during the evaluation.
  
  
• This rule prevents high-risk, “all-in” trading behaviors and ensures balanced performance.
  
  

Example:
If your total evaluation profit is $6,000, no single day can exceed $2,400 in realized gains.
Breaching this rule voids the evaluation regardless of profitability.

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Negative PnL Rule (30% Cap)

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The Negative PnL Rule ensures traders don’t experience extreme drawdowns, even if overall performance recovers.

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Activation Fee and Transition

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• The evaluation fee (paid upfront) covers both evaluation and funded phases.
  
  
• Upon passing, you’ll receive your funded account automatically without any additional costs.
  
  
• There are no monthly platform fees or hidden charges.
  
  

✅ Once funded, the same drawdown, daily loss, and consistency rules continue to apply for payout eligibility.

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Payout Frequency (Post-Funding)

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After transitioning to a funded account:

• Traders can request payouts every 6 active trading days, provided the profit target and equity requirements are met.
  
  
• Payouts are processed within 24–72 hours following compliance approval.
  
  
• Consistency and no-rule-violation records remain mandatory for ongoing eligibility.

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Evaluation Pass Criteria Checklist

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Summary

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✅ The Evaluation Requirements ensure that only traders with balanced, sustainable performance advance to funding.
By respecting these rules, Challenge Futures participants prove they can trade responsibly and protect firm capital — the hallmark of professional funding readiness.

The Challenge Futures Program offers four account tiers — $50K, $100K, $150K, and $200K — designed to accommodate different trading styles and risk tolerances.
Each package has specific parameters for drawdown, daily loss, and profit targets that must be met during the evaluation phase to qualify for funding.

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Account Options Overview

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All account sizes operate under the same evaluation framework, with scaled performance objectives and identical compliance requirements.
Traders may select their preferred tier based on their capital comfort level, drawdown tolerance, and position size.

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Evaluation Account Packages

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⚙️ Note: These fees are one-time evaluation costs and include both the evaluation and funded phases — no recurring monthly billing applies.

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Key Evaluation Rules

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Evaluation-to-Funding Flow

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1. Account Activation
   
   
   
   • Receive credentials for your evaluation account via email.
     
     
   • Login to the BlackArrow platform and begin trading.
     
     
2. Evaluation Phase
   
   
   
   • Trade real market data in a live simulated environment.
     
     
   • Hit the profit target and complete at least 6 active trading days.
     
     
3. Automatic Review
   
   
   
   • System verifies rule compliance and trading activity.
     
     
4. Funding Approval
   
   
   
   • Once approved, your account transitions to the funded stage automatically with the same parameters.
     
     

💡 Tip: Even if you meet your profit target early, continue trading steadily to maintain consistency and ensure a smooth funding transition.

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Example — $100K Evaluation

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A trader hitting $6,000 in profit over 7 days with balanced performance (no single day above 40%) and no drawdown breaches passes and moves directly to a funded 100K account.

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Summary

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✅ The Evaluation Packages and Rules establish a transparent and fair structure for all traders.
By achieving the defined profit targets without breaking drawdown or consistency limits, participants demonstrate the discipline required to earn long-term funding under TradeMakers’ Futures Challenge Program.

The Challenge Futures Program is designed to assess a trader’s consistency, discipline, and ability to manage risk effectively before gaining access to a funded simulated account.
By completing the evaluation phase successfully, traders demonstrate the skill required to operate within TradeMakers’ live funding environment.

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Challenge Structure & Objective

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The goal of the Challenge Futures evaluation is to identify traders who can generate steady profits while maintaining strict drawdown and consistency limits.
Unlike the Instant model, which provides immediate funding, this program requires traders to prove their performance through a simulated assessment phase before unlocking a funded account.

Program Highlights

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• Live Simulated Evaluation: Real-time data feed with live execution conditions.
  
  
• One Phase Evaluation: Reach profit target while adhering to all rules.
  
  
• Automatic Funding: Pass the evaluation and transition directly to a funded simulated account.
  
  
• Trailing Drawdown Enforcement: Real-time drawdown tracking to assess risk management.
  
  
• High Payout Potential: Keep up to 90% of profits once funded.
  
  

⚙️ Objective:
Build a system where only disciplined, consistent traders advance to funded levels — ensuring both trader and firm longevity.

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Steps to Becoming Funded

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Step 1: Choose Your Evaluation Account

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• Select an account size that aligns with your experience and typical trading style.
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• Available sizes: $50K, $100K, $150K, and $200K.
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• Each has a defined drawdown, daily loss, and profit target.

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Step 2: Complete the Evaluation Phase

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• Trade with real market data using the BlackArrow Trading Platform.
  
  
• Maintain compliance with all program rules — no hedging, no automation, and no Good Faith violations.
  
  
• Hit your profit target without breaching drawdown or daily loss limits.
  
  
• Trade for a minimum of 6 separate trading days.
  
  

If all conditions are met, your performance is automatically reviewed by the system and verified by compliance.

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Step 3: Pass the Evaluation

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Upon completing all criteria:

• You’ll receive confirmation of evaluation success.
  
  
• A Funded Simulated Account is issued with identical drawdown and payout rules.
  
  
• Your profit split begins immediately on the first payout cycle.

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Step 4: Begin the Funded Phase

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Once funded:

• Trade continues under the same risk structure.
  
  
• Payouts begin after 6 active trading days and meeting profit thresholds.
  
  
• Scaling opportunities open after 3 consecutive compliant payout cycles.
  
  

💡 Tip: Treat your evaluation as if it were already a funded account — consistency and caution are the traits that get rewarded.

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Key Differences — Challenge vs Instant Futures

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Summary

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✅ The Challenge Futures Program rewards skill, patience, and risk control.
By passing the evaluation, traders prove their ability to trade with professional discipline — paving the way to long-term funding and high payout potential within TradeMakers’ proprietary framework.

This section answers the most common questions about the Instant Futures Program — covering account setup, payouts, risk parameters, drawdowns, and scaling.

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Getting Started

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How does the Instant Futures Program work?

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The Instant Futures Program gives you immediate access to a funded simulated account after payment.
There’s no evaluation or challenge phase — you begin trading in real-time markets with full risk parameters applied.

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What’s the difference between Instant and Challenge Futures?

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How do I choose my account size?

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Choose based on your experience, typical contract size, and drawdown tolerance.
All tiers ($50K / $100K / $150K) operate under identical rules — only the profit goals, daily loss, and max drawdown values scale upward.

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Can I hold trades overnight?

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Yes, but overnight exposure must remain below 30% of your account balance.
TradeMakers enforces this swing limit to reduce gap risk and protect profitability.

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Risk and Drawdown

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What happens if I hit my daily loss or trailing drawdown?

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The BlackArrow platform automatically closes all open trades and disables trading for that payout cycle.
You may repurchase the same account type to restart trading after review.

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Does the trailing drawdown move both up and down?

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No. It only moves upward with new equity highs and locks in place once a peak is reached.
If your balance falls below the trailing floor, the account breaches.

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Can I reset my account after a breach?

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Yes. You can repurchase the same account type at any time and begin fresh.
Your new account will have identical parameters and payout eligibility as before.

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What are the minimum trading days required?

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A minimum of 6 trading days must be completed between payouts or profit milestones.
Inactive periods longer than 14 days trigger suspension under the inactivity policy.

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Payouts and Scaling

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When can I take my first payout?

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After reaching your tier’s profit goal ($3,000 / $6,000 / $9,000), completing 6 trading days, and maintaining equity above the withdrawal threshold.

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How are payouts processed?

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Once compliance approves your payout, funds are sent within 24–72 hours via your registered payment method.
All payouts are issued in USD.

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Can I trade while my payout is under review?

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Yes. You may continue trading as long as your account equity remains above the payout threshold until funds are released.

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How do I scale to a larger account?

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After 3 successful payout cycles, you can apply for a scale-up to the next tier.
Scaling is granted based on consistency, compliance, and profit management.

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Can I lose my payout eligibility?

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Yes. Breaching drawdown rules, violating the consistency requirement, or using automation voids your payout for that cycle.

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Compliance and Conduct

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Is bot or algorithmic trading allowed?

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No. All trades must be manually executed on the BlackArrow platform.
Use of EAs, scripts, trade copiers, or latency systems results in disqualification.

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Can I operate multiple funded accounts?

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Yes, but each account must be traded independently.
Copying trades across multiple accounts is considered mirroring and violates the compliance policy.

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What happens if I’m inactive for two weeks?

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If no trades are placed for 14 consecutive days, your account will be marked inactive and temporarily suspended.
You can reactivate it within 24–48 hours after submitting a reactivation request.

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Summary

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✅ The Instant Futures FAQ summarizes all key program rules and trader responsibilities.
Understanding and applying these standards helps ensure consistent funding eligibility, smooth payouts, and long-term growth within the TradeMakers Futures ecosystem.

The Instant Futures Payout Policy defines how traders receive profits from their funded simulated accounts. This system rewards consistent performance, strict rule adherence, and disciplined risk management.

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Overview

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Instant Futures traders earn 90% of all realized profits once they meet the account’s payout and compliance criteria.
Unlike Challenge accounts, payouts in Instant Futures are based on tiered profit milestones rather than fixed monthly cycles.

⚙️ Purpose:
To give traders direct earning potential while enforcing professional-level risk control and payout verification.

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Payout Eligibility Requirements

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To qualify for a payout, a trader must:

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Account Payout Structure

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⚠️ Note: Falling below the minimum balance before approval voids the payout request for that cycle.

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Payout Tiers

Each successful payout unlocks the next tier, allowing progressively higher withdrawals and rewards.

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Each payout resets the 6-trading-day cycle before a new withdrawal can be requested.

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Payout Procedure

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1. Submit Request
   
   
   
   • Once eligible, request payout through the TradeMakers dashboard.
     
     
2. Compliance Review
   
   
   
   • All trading activity is verified for consistency, rule compliance, and Good Faith adherence.
     
     
3. Approval
   
   
   
   • If approved, your payout status changes to Approved within 1–2 business days.
     
     
4. Payment
   
   
   
   • Funds are sent within 24–72 hours after approval to your registered payment method.
     
     

💡 Tip: Continue trading responsibly during review — your account must remain above the payout threshold until funds are released.

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Frequency and Processing

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TradeMakers performs payouts in USD only and processes each account independently.

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Payout Denial Conditions

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A payout request will be denied if:

• The account breached daily or trailing drawdown rules.
  
  
• The profit distribution violates the 40% consistency rule.
  
  
• Automation, latency, or mirror trading was detected.
  
  
• Balance falls below the withdrawal threshold before approval.
  
  
• Inactivity or compliance review is pending.
  
  

Denied payouts can be re-requested once the trader requalifies by meeting the next profit milestone.

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Example

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Scenario: $100K Account

• Trader earns $6,400 total profit.
  
  
• Minimum 6 trading days completed.
  
  
• No drawdown or rule breaches.
  
  

Balance = $106,400 (above $103,100 threshold). ✅ Eligible for $2,500 payout. After approval, payout processed within 48 hours.

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Summary

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✅ The Instant Futures Payout Policy rewards steady, rule-based profitability.
By adhering to the consistency, risk, and compliance standards, traders secure fast payouts, scaling opportunities, and long-term funding success within the TradeMakers ecosystem.

The Account Inactivity Policy ensures that all Instant Futures traders maintain consistent engagement and demonstrate active participation.
Regular trading is a key requirement for payout eligibility and scaling consideration within the TradeMakers funding model.

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Overview

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All Instant Futures accounts must remain active to stay valid.
If no trades are placed for a defined period, the account is flagged as inactive and may be temporarily suspended or archived until reactivation is approved.

⚙️ Purpose:
To maintain system integrity, accurate compliance tracking, and engagement from all funded traders.

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Inactivity Definition

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An account is considered inactive when:

• No trades are executed for 14 consecutive calendar days.
  
  
• No pending or closed orders appear in your BlackArrow dashboard during that period.
  
  

The inactivity period applies to each account separately, even if the trader holds multiple funded accounts.

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Inactivity Process

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💡 Tip: A single trade — even a small, valid position — resets the inactivity timer completely.

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Vacation or Planned Absence

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Traders can notify TradeMakers before planned breaks or travel.
To avoid deactivation:

1. Contact support@thetrademakers.com before the 14-day inactivity mark.
   
   
2. Include your Account ID, program type, and expected return date.
   
   
3. Receive written confirmation of temporary exemption.
   
   

Approved exemptions prevent your account from being flagged or suspended.

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Reactivation Procedure

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If your account becomes inactive:

1. Log in to your dashboard and select “Reactivation Request.”
   
   
2. Wait for compliance approval (typically within 24–48 hours).
   
   
3. Once approved, the account is re-enabled with your balance and settings intact.
   
   

⚠️ Important: Extended inactivity (30+ days) without notice may result in permanent closure and loss of payout eligibility for that period.

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How Inactivity Affects Payouts

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Summary

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✅ The Account Inactivity Policy promotes ongoing engagement and system reliability.
By maintaining regular activity, Instant Futures traders remain compliant, preserve their payout schedule, and demonstrate consistency essential for long-term funding growth with TradeMakers.

TradeMakers enforces a strict manual-trading policy for all Instant Futures accounts. While traders have the freedom to use advanced strategies, all order entries must originate from human input within the BlackArrow Platform. Automation, copy-trading, or latency-based systems are strictly prohibited.

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Overview

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The Instant Futures Program is designed to assess a trader’s real skill — decision-making, timing, and risk control — rather than automated software performance.
All trades must be entered and managed manually by the trader without the use of scripts or third-party trade automation tools.

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⚙️ Objective:
To ensure that profits are earned legitimately through discretionary trading and not via algorithmic exploitation.

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Manual Trading Definition

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Manual trading means:

• Each trade is executed directly by the trader via the BlackArrow interface.
  
  
• No external code or macro triggers the order.
  
  
• Trade placement, modification, and closing are done in real time by the trader.
  
  

Permitted:

• Keyboard hotkeys or one-click order buttons within BlackArrow.
  
  
• Use of templates (e.g., pre-set bracket orders).
  
  
• Drawing tools, alerts, or indicators for decision support.
  
  

Not Permitted:

• Auto-clickers or auto-entry scripts.
  
  
• EAs (Expert Advisors), APIs, or third-party bots.
  
  
• Copy-trading, mirror-trading, or latency arbitrage.

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Prohibited Systems

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Platform Detection

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The BlackArrow Platform has built-in tracking to detect automation or mirrored activity:

• Order timestamp consistency — identical entries across multiple accounts trigger review.
  
  
• Execution latency analysis — orders placed at inhuman speed are automatically flagged.
  
  
• Behavioral pattern recognition — identical order placement, timing, and management across sessions.
  
  

If automated behavior is detected, the system automatically locks the account for compliance audit.

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Compliance Enforcement

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If a bot or automation tool is confirmed:

1. All open trades are immediately liquidated.
   
   
2. The account is suspended for investigation.
   
   
3. All profits from that payout cycle are forfeited.
   
   
4. Repeat violations result in permanent disqualification from all TradeMakers programs.
   
   

⚠️ Note: Appeals can only be made within 5 business days by providing screenshots or session logs verifying manual execution.

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Acceptable Use of Tools

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You may use decision-support tools that do not send orders to the platform:

• Chart indicators and oscillators.
  
  
• External analysis tools (e.g., TradingView) for study purposes.
  
  
• Risk calculators and journaling software.
  
  
• API integrations for analytics (read-only).
  
  

These are permitted as long as no order execution, modification, or automation occurs through them.

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Summary

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✅ The Bot and Algorithmic Trading Policy ensures fairness across all funded accounts.
By enforcing 100% manual execution, TradeMakers verifies trader skill, protects payout integrity, and maintains an equal playing field for every participant in the Instant Futures Program.

The News and Economic Events Policy ensures fair trading conditions during periods of extreme volatility. Because major news events can cause erratic price movements and large slippage, all Instant Futures traders are expected to follow disciplined risk management practices around scheduled announcements.

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Overview

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TradeMakers allows trading during news events, but traders must exercise strict risk control.
Unrealistic order execution or profit spikes resulting from event manipulation can invalidate a payout or trigger compliance review.

This policy applies to all Instant Futures accounts and covers:

• Scheduled macroeconomic announcements.
  
  
• High-impact geopolitical or monetary events.
  
  
• Corporate or sector-specific reports that affect futures indices or commodities.

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Restricted News Events

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The following are considered high-impact events under TradeMakers’ policy:

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⚠️ Note: Specific event calendars are not published by TradeMakers. Traders must monitor economic calendars independently.

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Trading Guidelines During News

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💡 Tip: Set alerts or pause orders before scheduled announcements to reduce execution risk.

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Compliance Rules

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TradeMakers does not ban news trading, but violations of fair-trading integrity around major events will trigger investigation.

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Violations Include:

• Opening oversized positions moments before data release.
  
  
• Exploiting latency or feed delays during fast-moving ticks.
  
  
• Abnormal profit spikes inconsistent with prior trading behavior.
  
  
• Coordinated group trading to manipulate volatility.
  
  

If any such behavior is detected:

• The payout for that cycle may be voided.
  
  
• Account may be temporarily suspended pending review.
  
  
• Repeat offenders will face permanent disqualification.

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Overnight Risk and Event Gaps

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For traders holding positions overnight:

• Ensure exposure remains below 30% of account size (swing limit).
  
  
• Check the economic calendar daily for next-session announcements.
  
  
• Close or reduce exposure before high-impact pre-market or after-hours events.
  
  

Example:
If CPI is scheduled for 8:30 AM EST and you hold overnight NASDAQ futures, reduce or close before the previous day’s market close to avoid gap risk.

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Practical Recommendations

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1. Trade around news only with reduced position size.
   
   
2. Set hard stops rather than mental stops during volatile periods.
   
   
3. Avoid straddle-type positions on correlated instruments (e.g., NQ + ES).
   
   
4. Log trades and screenshots when trading major events — helpful for compliance verification if reviewed later.
   

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Summary

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✅ The News and Economic Events Policy protects traders from unnecessary risk while ensuring fair market participation.
By exercising discipline around major announcements, Instant Futures traders maintain compliance and safeguard their long-term funding eligibility.

The Drawdown Model is one of the most important components of the Instant Futures Program.
It determines how much loss a trader can sustain before their account is automatically closed or reset.
Understanding how the Trailing Drawdown works is essential for staying compliant and preserving payout eligibility.

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Overview

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TradeMakers uses a Trailing Drawdown system for all Instant Futures accounts.
This model dynamically adjusts your maximum allowable loss in relation to your account’s highest equity peak, enforcing active risk management while allowing flexibility for profitable traders.

⚙️ Purpose:
To ensure traders protect realized gains and trade responsibly as their balance grows.

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Trailing Drawdown Explained

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The Trailing Drawdown is a moving limit that follows your account’s realized and unrealized equity highs.
It increases whenever your equity reaches a new peak, but it never decreases when your balance drops.

Formula

Trailing Drawdown = Highest Equity Reached - Max Drawdown Amount

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• When your equity rises, the trailing line moves up accordingly.
  
  
• When your equity falls, the drawdown limit stays fixed — it does not trail downward.
  
  
• Breaching this line triggers auto-liquidation and ends the payout cycle.

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Example: $100K Account

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⚠️ Important: Once your account equity closes below the trailing drawdown line, it’s an instant breach — all positions are closed, and the account enters compliance review.

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Drawdown Values per Tier

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💡 Note: The trailing mechanism stops once your balance reaches the maximum drawdown buffer — meaning profits beyond that point are fully protected unless the account equity falls below the trailing floor.

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Static vs. Trailing Comparison

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Practical Trading Example

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Trader Example – $50K Account

• Max Trailing Drawdown: $2,000
  
  
• Equity starts at $50,000 → drawdown floor = $48,000
  
  
• Balance rises to $53,000, trailing drawdown moves to $51,000
  
  
• Balance drops to $50,900 → account breach, since equity < drawdown floor
  
  

This ensures that traders preserve at least a portion of their gains rather than giving back all profits through excessive risk.

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Risk Management Tips

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• Maintain at least $500–$1,000 of buffer above the trailing floor before opening new trades.
  
  
• Use bracket orders to automatically protect profits.
  
  
• Avoid large overnight swings when your trailing buffer is tight.
  
  
• Monitor your live “Equity vs. Drawdown” line on the BlackArrow dashboard at all times.
  
  

Summary

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✅ The Trailing Drawdown Model protects both traders and firm capital by rewarding disciplined profit retention and penalizing excessive risk-taking — ensuring that successful traders scale sustainably within TradeMakers’ Instant Futures framework.

All Instant Futures accounts operate under a unified risk framework to promote consistency, transparency, and capital protection.
These trading rules ensure traders follow disciplined strategies while maintaining eligibility for payouts and scaling.

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Overview

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The Instant Futures Program grants traders immediate access to funded simulated accounts, but that access comes with clearly defined trading limits.
The rules cover position management, daily loss limits, maximum drawdown, contract exposure, and trading hours.

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Core Trading Rules

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Risk Parameters per Tier

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⚠️ Important: Breaching either the daily or trailing drawdown limit results in immediate account termination for that payout cycle.

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Trading Hours

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💡 Tip: Always review exchange holidays and maintenance breaks to avoid holding trades during restricted periods.

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Contract Exposure and Margin Use

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TradeMakers enforces margin usage limits to maintain disciplined position sizing:

• Do not exceed total margin allocation of 50% of account equity.
  
  
• Monitor the “Margin Used” indicator in BlackArrow before opening new positions.
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• Avoid simultaneous positions across correlated contracts (e.g., NQ and MNQ).

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Compliance Enforcement

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All Instant Futures accounts are monitored in real time for:

• Position size and margin breaches.
  
  
• Overnight exposure above the 30% swing limit.
  
  
• Hedging across correlated assets.
  
  
• Automation, copy trading, or latency exploitation.
  
  

Detected violations are automatically flagged for compliance review.
Repeat or deliberate breaches result in account closure and profit forfeiture.

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Auto-Liquidation Example

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Summary

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✅ The Instant Futures trading framework enforces professional-level discipline, ensuring every trader operates with consistent risk control, realistic position sizing, and transparent compliance tracking throughout their TradeMakers journey.

The Instant Futures Program offers three account tiers — $50K, $100K, and $150K — each designed to fit different trader profiles while maintaining consistent risk and payout structures.
Each account operates under the same rule framework, with scaled drawdown limits, profit targets, and payout caps proportional to size.

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Overview

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Traders select their preferred account size during purchase and can upgrade or scale up after consistent performance.
All Instant Futures accounts include:

• Immediate access to trading capital (no evaluation).
  
  
• Real-time market data and risk integration through the BlackArrow platform.
  
  
• Built-in trailing drawdown enforcement.
  
  
• Up to 90% profit split once payout requirements are met.

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Account Tiers

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⚙️ Note: All fees are one-time payments for account activation. There are no recurring monthly charges for Instant Futures accounts.

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Account Performance Metrics

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Risk Structure

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Each account enforces daily loss and max drawdown limits in real time through the BlackArrow system.

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💡 Tip: Use smaller position sizing during volatile sessions to preserve your drawdown buffer and maintain payout eligibility.

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 Payout Eligibility Overview

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To request a payout, you must meet the following:

• Reach or exceed the profit goal for your tier.
  
  
• Trade a minimum of 6 days since activation or last payout.
  
  
• Maintain a balance above the minimum withdrawal threshold.
  
  
• Remain fully compliant with all Good Faith and risk rules.
  

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Scaling and Upgrades

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Traders may scale to larger accounts after completing 3 consecutive successful payout cycles without any rule breaches.

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Summary

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✅ The Instant Futures Program provides scalable, real-time funded trading accounts that reward consistency and precision. Each tier balances opportunity with discipline, ensuring traders can grow sustainably within TradeMakers’ risk-managed ecosystem.

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The Instant Futures Program (also known as Straight-to-Sim) provides traders with immediate access to a funded simulated account without the need to complete an evaluation challenge.
It’s designed for disciplined traders who are confident in their consistency, risk control, and ability to generate profits under real-time market conditions.

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What Is the Instant Futures Program?

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The Instant Futures Program allows traders to start trading immediately after purchase on a fully funded simulated account.
There is no challenge phase, no profit target to pass first — you trade live from day one.

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This structure mirrors professional proprietary trading environments, where traders are trusted with instant simulated capital but must adhere strictly to TradeMakers’ risk parameters and compliance rules.

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⚙️ Core Objective:
To allow profitable futures traders to begin earning from day one while maintaining strict discipline under a verified risk model.

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Key Features

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 Who Is It Designed For?

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The Instant Futures Program is ideal for:

• Experienced futures traders who want immediate capital access.
  
  
• Traders with consistent profitability and low drawdowns.
  
  
• Scalpers, intraday, or swing traders seeking flexible trading conditions.
  
  
• Professionals transitioning from demo or challenge models to funded simulations.
  
  

💡 Note: This model prioritizes risk management over aggressive growth. Maintaining consistency is more important than large, short-term wins.

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Key Differences: Instant vs. Challenge

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 Risk & Compliance

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Even though the account is funded immediately, the same Good Faith and Risk Management policies apply:

• No hedging, automation, or latency exploitation.
  
  
• Auto-liquidation triggers if max drawdown or daily loss limits are breached.
  
  
• Compliance reviews are required before every payout cycle.
  
  

Failure to respect these rules will result in immediate account closure and forfeiture of profits for that cycle.

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Payout Structure

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Instant Futures traders are eligible for 90% profit splits once profit goals and trading-day requirements are met.

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Each account tier has a specific payout target and minimum balance that must be maintained.

For detailed payout tiers and profit targets, refer to:
👉 [Payouts → Futures Instant Account Payout Policy]

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Summary

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✅ The Instant Futures Program offers immediate funding with professional-level rules, rewarding disciplined, data-driven traders who can perform consistently under live market conditions within TradeMakers’ risk-controlled environment.

This section covers the most common payout-related questions for all TradeMakers programs — including Instant Equities, Challenge Equities, Instant Futures, and Challenge Futures. All answers are derived directly from TradeMakers’ official program documentation.

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General Payout Questions

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When can I request my first payout?

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You may request your first payout after completing the minimum trading-day requirement (6 active trading days) and meeting the profit and consistency rules for your account type.

• Instant & Challenge Equities: Monthly payout eligibility.
  
  
• Instant & Challenge Futures: After completing payout goal tiers defined per account size.

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How often can I withdraw profits?

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• Standard frequency: Once per month after completing 6 qualifying trading days.
  
  
• Futures accounts: May request payouts after each profit goal milestone.
  
  
• Scaling traders: May unlock bi-weekly payouts after reaching higher performance tiers.

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How long does payout processing take?

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All payouts are processed within 24–72 hours after compliance approval.
Weekend or holiday requests may take longer.

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What is reviewed before approving a payout?

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Each payout undergoes a compliance review to confirm:

• The account did not breach daily or overall drawdown limits.
  
  
• All profits meet the consistency rule (no day exceeding 20–40% of total profits).
  
  
• The trader followed all Good Faith and platform rules.
  
  
• Minimum balance and eligibility thresholds are maintained.

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Account-Specific Payouts

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How do payouts differ between Equities and Futures accounts?

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What happens if my account balance drops before payout approval?

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If your account equity falls below the minimum withdrawal threshold after submitting a payout request, the payout will be automatically denied for that cycle.
You can requalify by trading back above the threshold.

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 Can I trade while waiting for a payout?

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Yes — you may continue trading during payout review.
However, your equity must remain above the required withdrawal balance to keep the payout valid.

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Compliance & Violations

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What can cause a payout to be rejected?

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A payout will be denied if any of the following occur during review:

• Breach of max drawdown or daily loss limits.
  
  
• Inconsistent profits violating the 20–40% rule.
  
  
• Automation, hedging, or Good Faith Policy violations.
  
  
• Multiple accounts trading in coordination.
  
  
• Failure to maintain the minimum equity balance.
  
  

 What happens after a compliance breach?

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If a violation occurs, all profits for that cycle are forfeited, and the account may be suspended or terminated depending on severity.
Traders can reapply or repurchase a new account after review.

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Payout Structure & Growth

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Do payouts increase over time?

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Yes — traders become eligible for larger withdrawal caps and improved splits as they complete more successful payout cycles.
Consistent, rule-compliant performance unlocks:

• Higher payout caps.
  
  
• Faster withdrawal frequency (bi-weekly or weekly).
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• Profit split increases (up to 90/10).

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How are payouts sent?

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All payouts are issued in USD via approved payment methods listed in your TradeMakers dashboard.
Third-party payments are not permitted — funds are sent only to the trader’s verified account.

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What should I do if my payout is delayed?

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Delays are usually caused by pending compliance reviews, incomplete payment details, or weekends. If 72 hours have passed after approval, contact support@thetrademakers.com with your account ID and payout reference number.

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Summary

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✅ Following the payout rules and consistency standards in the Equities and Futures models ensures smooth withdrawals and eligibility for long-term scaling rewards within TradeMakers’ funding ecosystem.

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TradeMakers recognizes and rewards traders who demonstrate consistent profitability, rule compliance, and disciplined risk management over time. This policy explains how scaling works across funded accounts and what additional benefits are available to top-performing traders.

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Overview

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Scaling and performance rewards are designed to help consistent traders grow their capital access and maximize long-term profitability.
The system is based on:

• Sustained profitability over multiple payout cycles.
  
  
• Adherence to all risk and compliance rules.
  
  
• Positive trading behavior over time (low drawdowns, controlled losses, and steady wins).
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Scaling Eligibility

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To qualify for account scaling, a trader must:

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Once a trader completes three approved payout cycles under these criteria, they become eligible for account scaling or performance-based bonuses.

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Scaling Pathway

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TradeMakers offers a structured growth plan that allows traders to access higher funded balances over time.

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💡 Note: Scaling does not merge accounts. Each new tier is created as a separate funded account with its own parameters.

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Performance Rewards

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TradeMakers may issue performance-based bonuses or enhanced profit splits for top traders who meet additional excellence benchmarks.

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Reward Tiers

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⚙️ Example:
A trader with an 80/20 split who reaches Gold Tier will move to a 90/10 split on future payouts.

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 Enhanced Payout Frequency

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As part of the scaling rewards system, qualified traders may unlock bi-weekly payouts once they reach Silver Tier or higher.
This benefit allows faster capital access while maintaining compliance oversight.

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Compliance Requirements

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Scaling and rewards are subject to ongoing compliance verification:

• No Good Faith Policy violations.
  
  
• No automation, hedging, or platform manipulation.
  
  
• Payout consistency and profitability verified across all active accounts.
  
  

If a rule violation occurs, scaling eligibility resets, and the trader must complete three new consecutive compliant payout cycles to re-qualify.

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Example

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Scenario:

• A trader starts with a $50K account.
  
  
• They achieve 3 approved payouts without any drawdown or consistency violations.
  
  
• The trader becomes eligible to scale to a $100K account.
  
  
• After 6 total successful payouts, their profit split increases to 85/15.
  
  

Summary

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✅ The Payout Scaling and Performance Rewards system encourages sustainable, rule-based trading — empowering long-term traders to grow their capital, profit share, and career potential with TradeMakers.

TradeMakers maintains a strict compliance framework to ensure all payouts reflect legitimate, rule-abiding trading activity.
This section outlines what is reviewed during payout verification, common violations that can void a payout, and how traders can remain fully compliant.

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Overview

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All payout requests undergo a mandatory compliance review before approval.
This process protects both the trader and the firm by ensuring profits were generated ethically, consistently, and within defined account limits.

A payout will only be approved if your trading history shows:

• Steady, rule-based profit generation.
  
  
• No evidence of Good Faith or risk violations.
  
  
• Proper management of open positions and drawdown.
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What Compliance Reviews

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Before approving any payout, TradeMakers’ compliance team evaluates:

1. Trading Consistency
   
   
   
   • Daily profit distribution relative to the 20–40% consistency rule.
     
     
   • Whether profits came from steady trading rather than isolated wins.
     
     
2. Drawdown & Risk Limits
   
   
   
   • No breaches of the Max Daily Loss, Max Account Loss, or trailing drawdown.
     
     
   • Margin use remains within approved leverage limits.
     
     
3. Behavioral Integrity
   
   
   
   • No signs of system manipulation, platform exploitation, or coordinated trades.
     
     
   • No duplicate trading patterns across accounts suggesting copy or hedge behavior.
     
     
4. Automation & Bot Use
   
   
   
   • Manual execution verified via timing and input data.
     
     
   • No identical order timestamps, scripts, or algorithmic execution behavior.
     
     
5. Profit Legitimacy
   
   
   
   • Profits confirmed as realized gains (not unrealized spikes).
     
     
   • Consistency between trading logs and system-calculated results.
     
     
     

Violations That Void a Payout

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The following behaviors immediately disqualify traders from receiving a payout:

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Soft vs Hard Violations

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💡 Tip: If your payout is placed on hold for a soft violation, compliance will contact you to clarify or correct the issue.

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Compliance Review Outcomes

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After completing review, the compliance team will label your payout request as one of the following:

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Appeals Process

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If you believe your payout was unfairly denied:

1. Submit a written appeal within 5 business days of the decision.
   
   
2. Include your account ID, trade log, and explanation of the event.
   
   
3. Compliance will re-review your data and respond within 10 business days.
   
   

All appeal decisions are final once completed.

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Best Practices for Compliance

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• Follow the Good Faith Policy at all times.
  
  
• Keep your strategy consistent and realistic.
  
  
• Avoid sudden volume spikes or order patterns that appear non-human.
  
  
• Communicate openly with support about potential technical issues.
  
  
• Maintain your balance above the withdrawal threshold until payout approval.
  
  

 Summary

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✅ TradeMakers’ payout compliance standards ensure that every payout represents genuine trading performance achieved through fair, disciplined, and transparent trading practices.

TradeMakers ensures that all payouts are handled efficiently, transparently, and fairly.
This section details the end-to-end payout process, expected timelines, and how traders can ensure their requests are approved without delay.

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Overview

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Once a trader meets all payout eligibility requirements for their respective account type (Instant, Challenge, Free 5K, or Futures), they can submit a payout request directly through the TradeMakers dashboard.
All requests undergo a compliance review before being approved and processed.

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 Step-by-Step Payout Process

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Processing Timelines

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• Normal Business Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST.
  
  
• Weekend or Holiday Requests: May take up to 72 hours for processing.
  
  
• Approved Requests: Processed within 24 hours of compliance approval whenever possible.
  
  

💡 Tip: Submit payout requests early in the week to ensure completion within the same business cycle.

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Common Payout Requirements

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Before approval, TradeMakers verifies the following for every payout request:

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• Account remains above minimum withdrawal balance.
  
  
• Minimum trading-day requirement is met (6 days).
  
  
• All consistency and drawdown rules are respected.
  
  
• No open rule violations or active compliance reviews.
  
  

Failure to meet any of these criteria will result in denial for that payout cycle.

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Payout Delivery

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All payouts are made in USD via the trader’s registered withdrawal method.
The payout amount is deducted directly from the trading account once approved.

Accepted Methods:

• Bank Transfer (USD)
  
  
• Approved third-party processors or wallets (if applicable)
  
  

⚠️ Note: TradeMakers will only issue payouts to accounts under the trader’s verified name. Third-party payouts are not permitted.

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Common Reasons for Delay or Denial

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After Receiving Payment

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Once payout confirmation is sent:

• You’ll receive an email receipt confirming the payout amount and transaction details.
  
  
• Your account balance will reflect the withdrawal.
  
  
• The 6-day trading counter resets, marking the start of the next payout cycle.
  
  

💡 Tip: Keep all payout emails and confirmations for personal records and tax documentation.

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Summary

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✅ Following these payout procedures and maintaining compliance ensures fast, reliable, and hassle-free profit withdrawals for all funded TradeMakers traders.

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TradeMakers’ Futures Challenge Program rewards traders who successfully pass the evaluation and transition into funded simulated accounts.
This payout policy explains eligibility, payout goals, and the approval process for all funded Futures Challenge accounts.

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Overview

After completing the Futures Evaluation, traders gain access to a Simulated Funded Account where they keep 90% of profits. To receive payouts, traders must meet consistency, risk, and profitability standards as outlined below.

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Payout Eligibility Requirements

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⚙️ Trading Day Definition:
A trading day counts when at least one valid trade is placed between 6:00 PM EST and 5:00 PM EST the next day.

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Payout Profit Goals

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Profit goals are the cumulative profit targets required before each payout. After every successful payout, the target resets and increases progressively.

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⚠️ Note: Your equity must remain above the required minimum until payout approval.

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Payout Goal Table

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Payout Procedure

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1. Submit Request
   
   
   
   • Once your profit goals and minimum trading-day requirements are met, submit your payout request via your TradeMakers dashboard.
     
     
2. Compliance Verification
   
   
   
   • Compliance reviews profit history, drawdown adherence, and risk parameters.
     
     
   • If any violations are found, the request is denied for that payout cycle.
     
     
3. Approval & Payment
   
   
   
   • Once approved, the payout status changes to “Approved”.
     
     
   • Profits are withdrawn from your account, and payments are issued within 24–72 hours.
     
     
4. Trading During Processing
   
   
   
   • You may continue trading during payout review.
     
     
   • Ensure your balance remains above the minimum withdrawal threshold to avoid denial.
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General Guidelines

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• Only one active payout request per account at a time.
  
  
• Each payout resets your 6-day trading requirement for the next cycle.
  
  
• All payouts are denominated in USD.
  
  
• Compliance reserves the right to adjust timelines based on account review.
  
  
• Violations of consistency or risk rules will void the current payout cycle.
  
  

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Summary

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✅ The Futures Challenge payout structure rewards consistent and disciplined traders, ensuring profits are earned responsibly under strict compliance standards.

The Instant Futures (Straight-to-Sim) program offers traders immediate funded access without an evaluation phase.
This payout policy defines eligibility, limits, and procedures for traders operating under the Instant Futures model.

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Overview

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Instant Futures accounts (also called Straight-to-Sim Funded Accounts) provide instant access to capital after purchasing the chosen account size.
Once funded, traders keep 90% of all realized profits, subject to TradeMakers’ payout and compliance rules.

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Payout Eligibility Requirements

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Payout Profit Goals

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Each account must achieve the required profit goals between payouts.
Profit goals reset after each approved payout.

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Payout Tiers

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Each payout request corresponds to a payout tier. The payout cap increases as you complete more successful payout cycles.

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Minimum Balance for Withdrawal

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To qualify for payout, your account equity must exceed the withdrawal threshold.

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⚠️ Note: Your balance must remain above this minimum throughout payout approval. Falling below cancels the request.

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Payout Procedure

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1. Submit Request:
   
   
   
   • Once your profit goals and consistency conditions are met, submit a payout request from your dashboard.
     
     
2. Verification:
   
   
   
   • Compliance reviews profit distribution, rule adherence, and open risk exposure.
     
     
3. Approval:
   
   
   
   • If approved, payout status changes to “Approved”, and funds are deducted from your account.
     
     
4. Processing:
   
   
   
   • Payments are issued within 24–72 hours of approval.
     
     

💡 Tip: Continue trading carefully during the approval process to avoid breaching drawdown thresholds before payout finalization.

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General Guidelines

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• Each payout request is final once submitted.
  
  
• Only one active payout request per account at a time.
  
  
• Payouts are denominated in USD.
  
  
• Accounts violating drawdown or Good Faith rules forfeit profits from the current payout cycle.
  
  

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Summary

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✅ The Instant Futures payout model offers flexibility and rapid access to profits — rewarding traders who maintain discipline, consistency, and adherence to all TradeMakers’ compliance standards.

The Free 5K Account is a limited-entry funding opportunity that allows traders to demonstrate performance on a smaller scale while earning real payouts.
This policy outlines the payout structure, requirements, and restrictions specific to the Free 5K Equities accounts.

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Overview

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Free 5K accounts operate under the same payout framework as other Instant and Challenge accounts but with smaller limits and adjusted thresholds.
All payouts are subject to verification and compliance review before approval.

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 Payout Eligibility Requirements

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Minimum Balance for Withdrawal

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Your account must remain above the minimum withdrawal threshold at the time of payout approval.

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⚠️ Note: If your account equity drops below this balance before payout approval, the request will be denied.

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Payout Profit Goals

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Key Notes:

• Profit goals reset after each payout.
  
  
• Profit is calculated daily between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM EST.
  
  

Consistency and minimum-day rules must be met between payout cycles.

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Payout Procedure

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1. Submit Request:
   
   
   
   • Once requirements are met, submit your payout request through your TradeMakers dashboard.
     
     
2. Verification:
   
   
   
   • Compliance verifies profitability, daily activity, and rule adherence.
     
     
3. Approval & Payment:
   
   
   
   • Upon approval, your account status changes to “Approved for Payout.”
     
     
   • Payment is issued within 24–72 hours after final approval.
     
     
4. Trading During Processing:
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   • You may continue trading, but your balance must remain above $5,600 until payout completion.

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General Guidelines

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• Each payout request is final and cannot be modified or canceled once submitted.
  
  
• Violating drawdown or inactivity rules voids payout eligibility for that cycle.
  
  
• All payouts are denominated in USD.
  
  
• Accounts with repeated rule breaches may lose access to Free 5K programs in the future.
  
  

Summary

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✅ The Free 5K payout program provides new traders with a clear and attainable framework for earning consistent profits while building performance history under real evaluation standards.

TradeMakers’ Challenge Equities program rewards traders who have successfully passed the evaluation and transitioned to funded status.
This policy details the payout structure, requirements, and procedures for all Challenge Equities funded accounts.

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Overview

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Once funded, traders earn 80% of all realized profits from their Challenge Equities account.
Payouts can be requested once all trading and consistency requirements are met, provided no risk or compliance rules have been violated.

Each funded account operates independently and must qualify for payouts individually.

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Payout Eligibility Requirements

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⚙️ Trading Day Definition:
Any day where at least one valid trade occurs between 6:00 PM EST (previous day) and 5:00 PM EST (current day) counts as a trading day.

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Risk-Based Limitations

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To maintain fairness and control, the 30% Negative PnL Rule applies during the funded phase:

Rule Explanation:

• The open unrealized loss on any single trade cannot exceed 30% of the account’s profit balance at the start of the day.
  
  
• This ensures controlled exposure and prevents over-leveraged drawdowns.
  
  

Example:
If your profit balance at the start of the day is $1,000:

• Your live open loss cannot exceed $300 (30% of $1,000).
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• Falling below this limit may void payout eligibility or cause account termination.

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Minimum Balance for Withdrawal

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Your account must stay above the minimum withdrawal threshold to receive payment:

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⚠️ Note: Falling below the required minimum before payout approval will void your payout request.

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Payout Profit Goals

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Your account must reach a profit goal between each payout request.
These goals reset after every approved payout.

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 Payout Procedure

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1. Submit Request:
   
   
   
   • Request a payout from your dashboard once profit and consistency rules are met.
     
     
2. Compliance Review:
   
   
   
   • Your account is reviewed for profit accuracy, consistency, and rule compliance.
     
     
3. Approval & Processing:
   
   
   
   • Once approved, payout status changes to “Approved.”
     
     
   • Funds are withdrawn from your account and sent within 24–72 hours.
     
     
4. Multiple Accounts:
   
   
   
   • Each account is handled independently — payouts from one do not affect others.
     
     

💡 Tip: You can trade during payout processing, but your account must remain above the withdrawal minimum until the payout is finalized.

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General Guidelines

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• Payout requests cannot be edited or canceled once submitted.
  
  
• Payouts are processed in USD only.
  
  
• Each payout resets your trading-day counter for the next payout cycle.
  
  

Accounts failing any consistency or loss limit rules will lose payout eligibility for that cycle.

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Summary

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✅ Consistent, rule-compliant performance ensures fast and reliable payouts, helping traders maximize their funded trading opportunities with TradeMakers.

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Instant Equities Payout Policy

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TradeMakers’ Instant Equities program allows traders to request payouts after reaching required trading milestones while maintaining proper risk and consistency.
This policy outlines the payout eligibility rules, conditions, and processing timeline for all Instant Equities accounts.

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Overview

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Payouts for Instant Equities accounts are available once per month once all criteria are met.
Traders can withdraw profits while continuing to trade as long as they stay above the minimum equity thresholds listed below.

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Payout Eligibility Requirements

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To qualify for a payout, traders must satisfy the following conditions:

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⚙️ Trading Day Definition:
A trading day counts as any session in which at least one trade is placed between 6:00 PM EST (previous day) and 5:00 PM EST (current day).

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Minimum Balance for Withdrawal

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Each Instant Equities account must maintain a balance above its minimum withdrawal threshold at the time of payout request.

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⚠️ Note: The account balance must remain above this level until payout approval. Dropping below will void the payout.

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 Payout Profit Goals

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Each account must reach a profit goal between payout requests.
Profit goals reset after each successful payout.

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Key Notes:

• Profit goals are cumulative between payout cycles.
  
  
• After payout #4, your maximum withdrawal cap increases.
  
  

Profit calculations are finalized daily between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM EST.

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Payout Procedure

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1. Submit Request:
   
   
   
   • Submit your payout request from your TradeMakers dashboard once all requirements are met.
     
     
2. Compliance Verification:
   
   
   
   • Account activity and consistency are reviewed.
     
     
   • If approved, your account status changes to “Approved for Payout.”
     
     
3. Processing & Payment:
   
   
   
   • Funds are deducted from your trading account.
     
     
   • Payment is issued within 24 hours after approval (up to 72 hours on weekends or holidays).
     
     

💡 Tip: Continue trading responsibly during payout processing — if your account falls below the minimum balance before approval, the request will be denied.

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Payout Guidelines

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• Each payout request is final and cannot be edited or canceled once submitted.
  
  
• If you have multiple accounts, each is processed independently.
  
  
• Violating consistency or risk rules may void pending payouts.
  
  

All payouts are denominated in USD.

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Summary

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Summary

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✅ Understanding these general payout rules helps you plan trading activity efficiently and ensures smooth, timely withdrawals once profit targets are met.

What Is the Instant Funding Model?

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The Instant Funding Model allows qualified traders to begin trading immediately on a live simulated account without completing an evaluation challenge.
Instead of paying a recurring evaluation fee, traders pay a one-time, higher upfront cost to access funded capital from day one.

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Key Benefits

• No challenge phase – trade live instantly after registration.
  
  
• Simple structure – no profit targets or consistency restrictions to unlock funding.
  
  
• Quick earnings – eligible for monthly payouts (subject to payout policy).
  
  
• Professional capital access – up to $350 000 in funded equity.
  
  
• Fair risk parameters – static drawdowns and soft breach limits that mirror real risk management.
  
  

How It Works

1. Choose an account tier (Express → Ultimate).
   
   
2. Pay the upfront funding fee (no monthly subscription).
   
   
3. Receive your funded simulated account with pre-defined limits.
   
   
4. Trade under the official TradeMakers rules and risk guidelines.
   
   
5. Qualify for payouts after meeting the minimum trading-day and profit requirements.

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Funding Highlights

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⚠️ Platform Execution fee: $5 per 1 000 shares, $1 minimum ticket each way.
⚠️ Payouts: Processed monthly with a $300 minimum (see Payout Policy).

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Who Is the Instant Funding Program For?