Funded Trading Plus Help Hub
Funded Trading Plus FAQ
144 Real Questions Answered (2026)
Funded Trading Plus (FT+) is a UK-based, multi-asset forex/CFD/crypto prop firm whose parent Trade Room Plus was founded 2013; the FT+ funded-trader product launched December 2021. The February 2026 "FT+ 2.0" relaunch streamlined the lineup into three core programs (Instant Funding, 1-Step Express, 2-Step Classic), with an 80% standard profit split that can be raised up to 100% via paid add-on at purchase, scaling to $2.5M simulated capital per individual account, $19.5M+ in cumulative payouts, and Trustpilot 4.4/5 from ~2,645 reviews (May 2026). Learn the rules, automate FT+ via PickMyTrade (MatchTrader only — cTrader, MT4, MT5, and DXtrade are not PMT-supported), and pick the right plan.
Founded
Parent 2013 · FT+ Dec 2021
FT+ 2.0 Plans
Instant / Express / Classic
Profit split
80% standard · up to 100% add-on
Trustpilot
4.4 / 5 · ~2,645 reviews
FT+ Platforms
MT4, MT5, cTrader, DXtrade, MatchTrader
PMT-automatable
MatchTrader only
We strive for accuracy, but prop firm rules change frequently — always verify details on the official firm website before funding an account or trading.
Funded Trading Plus Basics
12 answersWhat is Funded Trading Plus and how does the firm work?
Funded Trading Plus (FT+) is a UK-based proprietary trading firm whose parent Trade Room Plus has been operating since 2013 (tagline "Our Story & Mission Since 2013"); the FT+ funded-trader product itself launched in December 2021. FT+ runs simulated evaluation programs in forex, indices, metals, energies and crypto CFDs. You either pay a one-time evaluation fee (1-Step Express or 2-Step Classic) or buy direct simulated capital (Instant Funding) and receive an 80% standard profit split on the simulated P&L, raisable up to 100% via a paid add-on selected at purchase. FT+ reports $19.5M+ paid out to 60,000+ traders across 180+ countries as of May 2026.
Where is Funded Trading Plus based?
FT+ is operated out of the United Kingdom by Trade Room Plus, whose education and trading-community business was founded 2013. The FT+ funded-trader product launched December 2021 under that parent. The operating entity handles billing, support and the funded-trader agreement. The UK base distinguishes FT+ from many US-based futures props and aligns it with European prop competitors like FTMO (Czech Republic) and FundingPips (UAE).
When was Funded Trading Plus founded?
Two dates matter. Trade Room Plus, the parent business behind FT+, was founded 2013 and uses the tagline "Our Story & Mission Since 2013." The FT+ funded-trader product itself launched December 2021. By May 2026 the FT+ product has been live roughly 4.5 years, has weathered the 2023-2024 industry shake-out (MetaQuotes purge, MFF closure, MFFX rebrand to SeacrestFunded), and used that data to design the February 2026 "FT+ 2.0" relaunch that simplified the lineup.
Is Funded Trading Plus regulated?
FT+ is a proprietary trading firm, not an FCA- or CFTC-regulated broker. It operates a simulated assessment program — the funded account is sim capital, not real client money — which is the standard structure for retail prop firms globally. Trader funds are evaluation/subscription fees, not deposits, so they aren't held in segregated client accounts.
Is Funded Trading Plus legit or a scam?
Legit. FT+ holds a Trustpilot rating of 4.4/5 from roughly 2,645 reviews (May 2026), reports $19.5M+ in cumulative payouts since launch, and has 60,000+ registered traders. Common complaints in trader forums focus on consistency-rule mechanics or KYC delays, not non-payment. Independent reviewers (PropFirmMatch, ProTradingVibes, FuturesFury, BestPropFirms, Fortunly, Myfxbook) consistently rate it among the top forex props.
How much has FT+ paid out to traders?
$19.5M+ in cumulative payouts as of May 2026, prominently displayed on the FT+ homepage. The number is corroborated by independent reviewers and by payout-proof screenshots posted across trader forums and review sites such as ProTradingVibes and PropFirmMatch.
How many traders does Funded Trading Plus have?
FT+ reports 60,000+ traders across 180+ countries (May 2026). That puts it in the mid-tier band of global props — bigger than newer entrants but smaller than FTMO or FundedNext, which serve hundreds of thousands of traders.
What is "FT+ 2.0"?
FT+ 2.0 is the February 2026 product relaunch. Roughly 4.5 years of internal data and payout analytics were used to retire the legacy Master Trader, Experienced Trader, Premium Trader and Advanced Trader programs and replace them with three core SKUs: Instant Funding, 1-Step Express, and 2-Step Classic. Swap-free trading is offered on Instant and evaluation accounts; the rule set was simplified; the 80% standard profit split was retained, with paid add-ons available at purchase to lift it as high as 100%.
What assets can I trade on FT+?
Forex pairs (majors, minors, exotics), spot metals (gold, silver), energy CFDs (oil, gas), index CFDs (US30, NAS100, SPX500, GER40, etc.), and crypto CFDs (BTC, ETH and majors). Exact instrument list depends on which platform you choose — MT4, MT5, cTrader, DXtrade or MatchTrader each have slightly different symbol sets.
Does FT+ offer futures trading?
No. FT+ is a forex/CFD/crypto-CFD prop firm. It does not offer CME or other listed futures contracts. Traders looking for ES, NQ, GC, CL futures should look at futures-focused props (Apex Trader Funding, Topstep, MyFundedFutures). PickMyTrade routes TradingView alerts to FT+ via MatchTrader only and to futures props via Tradovate, Rithmic, ProjectX, IB and TradeStation — check pickmytrade.io for current pricing covers all your accounts. PMT does not support cTrader, MT4, MT5 or DXtrade today, so FT+ traders should pick MatchTrader at evaluation purchase if they intend to automate via PMT.
Does FT+ trade real money or simulated capital?
Simulated. FT+ "funded" accounts are simulated/demo environments quoting live institutional pricing; payouts are real cash drawn from FT+ revenue. This is the standard prop-firm model and is openly disclosed in the FT+ Terms & Conditions and funded-trader agreement.
Has FT+ won any prop firm awards?
FT+ is regularly featured on best-of lists by FXEmpire, ProTradingVibes, PropFirmMatch and BestPropFirms. The firm has highlighted "Best Prop Firm for Beginners," "Best Customer Support" and "Best Payouts" recognitions over 2024-2026. Always check current rankings on review sites before purchase.
FT+ 2.0 Plans: Instant, Express, Classic
14 answersWhat plans does Funded Trading Plus offer in 2026?
Following the February 2026 FT+ 2.0 relaunch, three core programs: Instant Funding (no challenge, immediate funded), 1-Step Express (single-phase, 10% target, 80% standard split with up to 100% available as a paid add-on at checkout), and 2-Step Classic (7% Phase 1, 7% Phase 2 — ~14% combined — structured evaluation). Legacy Master Trader, Experienced Trader, Premium Trader and Advanced Trader SKUs were consolidated into these three tracks. Verify the live lineup at fundedtradingplus.com.
What is the FT+ Instant Funding program?
Instant Funding skips the evaluation — pay the one-time fee, get a simulated-live funded account immediately. Rules: 6% daily loss limit, 6% trailing maximum drawdown, no profit target, no minimum trading days. Profit split is 80% standard, with up to 100% available as a paid add-on selected at purchase (not earned through scaling). The 50% consistency rule applies from day one because Instant accounts are simulated-live, not evaluation. Payouts available from day one. Leverage up to 1:30. Weekend holding and news trading are NOT allowed on Instant accounts.
What is the FT+ 1-Step Express?
1-Step Express is FT+'s most popular product. Single-phase evaluation: hit a 10% profit target, respect a 4% daily loss (balance-based, anchored to the previous day's closing balance at the 23:59 server-time reset — which equates to 5 PM EST in standard time and shifts with DST) and a 6% trailing maximum drawdown. No minimum trading days, no time limit. Standard profit split is a flat 80%; higher splits (up to 100%) are available only as a paid add-on chosen at checkout, not earned through cumulative-profit scaling. Payouts on a 7-day cadence once funded.
What is the FT+ 2-Step Classic?
2-Step Classic is the traditional two-phase evaluation. Phase 1 requires 7% profit, Phase 2 requires 7% profit (~14% combined). Maximum drawdown is 8% static. A 35% consistency rule applies during both challenge phases (50% once funded). Classic has NO fixed minimum trading days — the legacy "3 days / 0.5% per day" rule applied to retired Master/Premium-style accounts, not the current Classic SKU; the only activity requirement is at least one trade per any 30-day window. No time limit. Standard profit split 80%; higher splits (up to 100%) only via paid add-on at purchase.
Which FT+ plan is best for beginners?
1-Step Express is the most beginner-friendly: single phase, 10% target, no minimum trading days, no time pressure. The forgiving structure pairs well with a TradingView strategy automated through PickMyTrade — alerts fire, trades execute on your FT+ MatchTrader account (MatchTrader is the only FT+ platform PMT supports today — cTrader, MT4, MT5 and DXtrade are not PMT-supported), and you focus on rule discipline rather than chart-watching.
Which FT+ plan is fastest to funding?
Instant Funding — by definition. Buy the account, get login credentials, place trades, request payout from day one (subject to $50-minimum-balance-above-start rule). The tradeoff: higher up-front fee, tighter 6% daily loss, 80% standard split (up to 100% only with a paid add-on, same as Express — splits do not improve through scaling), no news trading, no weekend holding, and the 50% consistency rule applying from day one.
Which FT+ plan has the cheapest evaluation fee?
For pure dollar cost on the smallest account, 2-Step Classic and 1-Step Express both start around $89-$99 for a $5K account. Express is generally the lower-cost-to-funded-capital ratio because you only need to pass once, not twice. Instant is the most expensive up-front (e.g., $100K Instant ~ $2,250).
Did FT+ retire the Master, Premium, Experienced and Advanced programs?
Yes — as part of the February 2026 FT+ 2.0 relaunch, the legacy Master Trader, Experienced Trader, Premium Trader and Advanced Trader programs were consolidated into the three current SKUs. Those four are the only documented legacy FT+ programs; other named SKUs occasionally cited on third-party listings are inaccurate. Existing funded traders on legacy plans typically continued under their original agreement until they breached or graduated; new traders only see Instant, Express and Classic.
Is there a one-phase plan vs two-phase plan?
Yes. 1-Step Express = single phase, 10% target. 2-Step Classic = two phases, 7% + 7% target (~14% combined). Pick Express for speed and a softer total profit hurdle. Pick Classic if you prefer a phased structure with a lower per-phase target and an 8% static (non-trailing) maximum drawdown.
Can I run multiple FT+ plans at the same time?
Yes. FT+ lets you stack accounts up to an aggregate cap of $400,000 in initial funded capital across all open accounts. The standard maximum single account at first funding is $200K, and an Experienced-style $250K size can be available specifically when FT+ runs the "Boost" promotional add-on. You can also mix programs (e.g., one Express + one Classic + one Instant) as long as the aggregate stays under $400K.
Does FT+ allow account merging?
FT+ allows scaling individual accounts up to the $2.5M per-account ceiling but does not officially merge two separate funded accounts into one. The $200K cap applies per single account at initial funding ($250K with the Boost add-on); scaling lifts that ceiling progressively in 25% increments. Confirm current merge policy with FT+ support before assuming.
Does FT+ offer a swing account or hold-overnight version?
1-Step Express and 2-Step Classic allow overnight and weekend holding by default — those are effectively the "swing" options. Instant Funding does NOT allow weekend holding; all trades must close on Friday. If your TradingView system is swing-style, choose Express or Classic.
Does FT+ offer a static drawdown account?
2-Step Classic uses an 8% static maximum drawdown (does not trail). Historically, the legacy Advanced Trader and Premium Trader programs also used static drawdown structures before being retired in FT+ 2.0. Some third-party listings cite additional static-DD SKUs at FT+ — those references are inaccurate; Classic is the current static-DD option. If you want absolute-floor protection rather than trailing, Classic is the way.
What's the difference between Instant and Express on FT+?
Instant: no evaluation, 80% standard split (up to 100% via paid add-on at purchase), news/weekend off-limits, 6% daily loss, 6% trailing DD, day-one payouts, 50% consistency rule from day one. Express: 10% one-phase evaluation, 80% standard split (up to 100% via paid add-on, NOT earned through scaling), news/weekend allowed, 4% daily loss, 6% trailing DD, 35% consistency during evaluation / 50% once funded. Express costs less for the same funded size but requires you to pass first. Instant is convenience-priced.
Account Sizes & Pricing
11 answersWhat account sizes does FT+ offer?
Account sizes from $5,000 to $200,000 per single account on Express and Classic, with smaller increments on Instant. Aggregate cap across all accounts is $400,000 initial funding. After scaling, individual accounts can grow to $2.5M in simulated capital.
What's the cheapest FT+ account?
The $5,000 1-Step Express or 2-Step Classic, priced around $89-$99 depending on promo. Good for testing FT+'s execution and rule mechanics before committing to bigger sizes. Verify current pricing on fundedtradingplus.com — promo codes change weekly.
What's the largest FT+ account I can buy?
$200,000 maximum per single new account, on Express or Classic. Fees scale up — a $200K Express is roughly $999-$1,199; a $200K Classic is in the same ballpark. The $400K aggregate cap means you could stack two $200K accounts on different programs.
How much does the $100K FT+ Express cost?
Roughly $549 at standard pricing, often discounted to $400-$450 with promo codes. The 1-Step Express $100K is FT+'s most popular SKU because the one-phase 10% target is achievable and the up-to-100% split is industry-leading.
How much does the $100K FT+ Instant cost?
Roughly $2,250 at standard pricing — Instant skips the evaluation, so you're effectively buying the funded simulator outright. Compare against the Express path: ~$549 to attempt + a 10% target hurdle. Most disciplined traders find Express the better expected-value path.
Are there discount codes for FT+?
Frequently. FT+ runs rotating promotions (5%-20% off, occasional add-ons like extra profit split or larger account upgrades). Codes circulate through prop firm review sites (PropFirmMatch, ProTradingVibes, FuturesFury, FXEmpire), trader communities and FT+'s own newsletter. Verify the code at checkout — some are affiliate-locked.
Is the FT+ evaluation fee refunded?
Yes — FT+ refunds the evaluation fee once you pass the challenge and receive your funded simulated-live account, typically rolled into your first payout. This applies to Express and Classic. Instant does not have a fee-refund (you're already funded immediately and the fee covers the account).
What payment methods does FT+ accept?
Credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex), and cryptocurrency (BTC, ETH, USDT and select alts) via standard checkout processors. Some bank-wire and regional options may appear at checkout. Crypto buyers should verify the destination address on-screen matches the FT+ confirmation page.
Is the FT+ evaluation fee a one-time charge or subscription?
One-time. Pay once, attempt the challenge with no time limit. Compare that to PickMyTrade, which is a check pickmytrade.io for current pricing subscription that covers unlimited FT+ accounts plus 27+ other brokers/prop firms — a different cost structure aimed at long-term automation rather than per-attempt fees.
Are there add-ons for higher profit splits?
Yes. FT+ has offered add-ons that raise your starting split (e.g., 90% from day one) for an additional fee, plus other paid features such as larger leverage, news-trading permission, or weekend-holding on Instant. Add-ons are checkout-time selections; availability rotates with FT+ 2.0 releases.
Can I upgrade an FT+ account size mid-challenge?
No mid-challenge upgrades. You buy a fixed size and run that evaluation. To trade a larger account, purchase a separate evaluation at the new size or scale your existing funded account organically by hitting 10% profit milestones.
Profit Targets & Drawdown
14 answersWhat's the profit target on FT+ 1-Step Express?
10% of initial balance in a single phase. On a $100K Express, that's $10,000 net profit before fees. No minimum trading days, no time limit — pass when you pass.
What's the profit target on FT+ 2-Step Classic?
Phase 1 = 7% profit. Phase 2 = 7% profit. Combined nominal target ~14% over the two evaluation cycles. On a $100K Classic, that's $7K then $7K. There is NO fixed minimum trading-days rule on the current Classic SKU — the only activity requirement is at least one trade in any 30-day window. (The "3 days / 0.5% per day" rule referenced elsewhere belongs to the retired Master/Premium-style legacy programs.)
Is there a profit target on FT+ Instant Funding?
No profit target. Instant Funding goes straight to payout-eligible status. To request a withdrawal your balance must exceed the starting amount by at least $50, but there's no fixed % target like Express or Classic.
What is the FT+ daily loss limit?
Instant = 6% daily. 1-Step Express = 4% daily, balance-based, anchored to the previous-day's closing balance at the 23:59 server-time reset. Server time corresponds to ~5 PM EST when the US is on standard time, and the wall-clock equivalent shifts with daylight-saving changes — track FT+'s server time, not your local time. 2-Step Classic has its own daily loss component within the 8% static overall ceiling. Verify per-program specs at help.fundedtradingplus.com before trading.
Is the FT+ daily loss balance-based or equity-based?
Balance-based, anchored to the prior-day closing balance at the 23:59 server-time reset (roughly 5 PM EST in standard time, shifts with DST). That gives you intraday tolerance — floating drawdown on an open position doesn't count against the daily limit until the position closes and crystallizes the loss.
What is the FT+ maximum drawdown?
Instant = 6% trailing. 1-Step Express = 6% trailing maximum loss. 2-Step Classic = 8% static maximum drawdown (does not trail). "Trailing" means the ceiling rides up with your highest balance; "static" means it's fixed from the initial balance forever.
When does the FT+ trailing drawdown stop trailing?
On Express, the 6% trailing drawdown locks once the account grows roughly 6% above the starting balance — at that point the maximum-loss floor is fixed at the initial starting balance (not "starting balance plus a further buffer") and no longer trails upward. Instant follows the same balance-based mechanic with its own 6% trail. Verify the exact lock-point on help.fundedtradingplus.com for your specific account version.
Is the FT+ trailing DD based on balance or equity?
Balance-based. Floating P&L on open positions does not move the trailing-drawdown anchor; only closed-trade balance does. That's significantly more forgiving than equity-based trailing models used by some competitors.
What happens if I breach the FT+ daily loss limit?
Account terminated. The daily loss breach is a hard fail — no grace period, no "soft pause." You'd need to purchase a reset (if eligible) or buy a new evaluation. Tight position sizing and pre-trade stop placement (which TradingView strategies via PickMyTrade encode automatically) are the surest defenses.
What happens if I breach the FT+ maximum drawdown?
Account terminated, evaluation failed, or funded account closed depending on stage. As with the daily limit, no soft pause. The 6% trailing on Instant/Express is FT+'s most-cited reason for funded-account failure in trader-forum post-mortems — guard it carefully.
Do I keep my profit if I breach a rule?
Generally no — rule breach voids the funded account and any unpaid profit. Profit already paid out in prior cycles is yours to keep. Always request a payout when eligible rather than letting profit sit on the account exposed to drawdown.
What leverage does FT+ offer?
Up to 1:30 on Instant Funding and up to 1:30 on 1-Step Express forex pairs (the previously-circulated "1:100 Express leverage" figure is incorrect for FT+ 2.0). 2-Step Classic leverage is typically in the same range; verify the exact spec at help.fundedtradingplus.com for the size you intend to buy. Leverage on indices, metals and crypto CFDs is lower than forex. Higher leverage isn't always better — match it to your TradingView strategy's average position size.
Does FT+ have a minimum-profit-per-day rule?
No — the FT+ 2.0 lineup does not enforce a "minimum profit per day" rule. Classic, Express and Instant all have no fixed daily-profit floor and no fixed minimum-trading-days count. The only activity requirement is at least one trade in any 30-day window. (The legacy "3 days / 0.5%" rule belonged to retired Master/Premium-style programs.)
Is there a time limit on FT+ challenges?
No. FT+ removed time limits across all FT+ 2.0 programs. Pass at your own pace — Express in a week or Express in six months, both work. That removes one of the biggest psychological pressures of evaluation trading.
Consistency Rule & Trading Days
8 answersWhat is the FT+ consistency rule?
During the Express or Classic evaluation phase, no single trading day's net profit may exceed 35% of total net profit. Once funded, the rule loosens to 50%. Instant Funding accounts are simulated-live (not evaluation), so the 50% consistency rule applies from day one. Check help.fundedtradingplus.com for the current spec before each payout.
How is the 35% consistency rule calculated?
Take total net profit at request time. Multiply by 35%. That's the maximum any single day's net profit can represent. Example: $7,000 total profit on $100K Express, max single-day profit = $2,450. If your best day exceeds that share, you're below the consistency threshold and the request is denied until you trade more days to dilute the high day.
Can I cure a broken consistency rule?
Yes — keep trading. Each additional profitable day dilutes the share of your best day. If your highest day represents 50% of total profit and you need to be at 35%, you need to roughly double total profit through additional smaller wins to bring the best day under the threshold.
Does the consistency rule apply at payout or only at challenge pass?
Both — but with different thresholds. During challenge phases it's 35%; on the funded simulated-live account it's 50%. Each payout request is consistency-checked against the cumulative trading window since the prior payout.
What's the minimum trading days on FT+?
Instant = 0. 1-Step Express = 0. 2-Step Classic = 0 fixed minimum trading days. None of the FT+ 2.0 SKUs enforces a per-phase trading-day count. The only activity requirement on any FT+ account is at least one trade in any 30-day window. (Legacy Master Trader, Experienced Trader, Premium Trader and Advanced Trader programs had their own day rules, but those have all been retired.)
Does FT+ count weekend trading toward minimum days?
Forex markets are essentially closed weekends; crypto CFDs trade 24/7 on some platforms. A trading day is generally defined as any day with at least one closed position. On Instant, weekend holds are forbidden so the question rarely arises.
What counts as a "trading day" on FT+?
Any server-time day on which you place at least one trade (open or close). The FT+ 2.0 SKUs no longer impose a fixed per-phase day count, but the at-least-one-trade-per-30-days activity rule still applies on funded accounts. PickMyTrade-driven automation satisfies this naturally because every TradingView alert during market hours produces a trade through your MatchTrader connection.
Can a single huge winner disqualify me on FT+?
It can postpone payout, not technically disqualify you. If one day produces >35% of total profit, you can't request a payout/promotion until further trading dilutes the share. Keep additional days adding small wins, and the consistency math eventually clears.
Activation, Scaling & Account Growth
9 answersHow do I activate my FT+ funded account after passing?
Once you hit the profit target (and minimum days where applicable) FT+ verifies KYC, you e-sign the FT+ Trader Phase / funded-trader agreement, and they provision your simulated-live account. Most activations complete within 1-3 business days after KYC clears. No activation fee under FT+ 2.0 on Express and Classic.
How does FT+ scaling work?
Every time you hit a 10% profit milestone on the current balance, you can request a scale-up. Each scale-up increases the account size by 25%. No time constraint, no extra minimum-trade requirement beyond the 10% milestone. FT+ caps individual scaled accounts at $2.5M simulated capital. (Some third-party content references a "$5M aspirational ceiling" — that figure is not documented in FT+'s official terms and should be disregarded.)
What is the maximum scaled account size on FT+?
$2.5M per individual scaled account — the documented hard cap. The "$5M aspirational ceiling" sometimes cited on third-party sites is not present in FT+'s official terms; treat $2.5M per account as the operative limit. Compare that with FTMO ($600K cap traditionally), FundedNext ($4M), FundingPips ($600K-$1M) — FT+ sits in the higher tier of forex scaling caps.
Does the profit split increase as I scale?
No — profit split does NOT improve through cumulative profit on FT+. All current SKUs (Instant, Express, Classic) pay a flat 80% standard split. Higher splits, up to 100%, are available only as a paid add-on selected at the time of purchase. The "80% → 90% at 20% cumulative profit → 100% at 30% cumulative profit" progression sometimes circulated in third-party content is not part of FT+'s documented spec. Scaling grants more capital under the 25% size-step rule, but not a bigger split percentage.
How long does scaling typically take?
Trader-reported timelines on forums range from 2-3 months (consistent automated strategy doing 3-5% monthly) to 12+ months (discretionary slower compounding). No time pressure from FT+ — scale when you hit the 10% milestone, not before. Automated TradingView strategies via PickMyTrade often scale faster simply by trading every signal.
Can I lose my funded status by drawdown after scaling?
Yes — drawdown rules continue to apply on the scaled account. Breaching the 6% trailing or 8% static (per program) results in account closure at the new size. Scaling does not loosen the rules; it only grants more capital under the same risk framework.
Does the trailing drawdown reset when I scale?
Trailing drawdown is recalculated based on the new starting balance after a scale-up. The 6% buffer applies to the scaled size, anchored to the new initial balance. Practically that means the freshly scaled account has a fresh DD buffer.
Can I split capital between two FT+ accounts when scaling?
FT+ scales individual accounts upward rather than splitting one funded account into two. To diversify, buy multiple evaluations and trade them independently. Aggregate initial funding stays capped at $400K, but scaled balances can grow individually to $2.5M each.
Are there scaling caps or speed limits?
No time-based caps — scale whenever you hit the 10% milestone, in 25% size increments. The $2.5M individual-account ceiling is the documented hard cap; the "$5M aspirational ceiling" sometimes seen in third-party write-ups is not supported by FT+'s own terms.
Payouts & Profit Splits
12 answersWhat's the FT+ profit split?
Flat 80% standard profit split across all three FT+ 2.0 SKUs (Instant, Express, Classic). Higher splits up to 100% are available only via a paid add-on selected at checkout — they are NOT earned through cumulative profit or scaling. The optional up-to-100% add-on is unusually generous in the forex prop market, but you have to pay for it up front; passing the evaluation alone does not unlock it.
How often can I request an FT+ payout?
Once funded on Express, the payout cycle runs on a 7-day cadence. Instant Funding allows payout requests from day one (no evaluation gate), with weekly cycles thereafter. 2-Step Classic also follows a 7-day cadence once funded. Each payout request is subject to the $50-minimum-above-start rule, consistency check (35% during evaluation / 50% once funded; 50% on Instant from day one), and KYC clearance. FT+ does not run a daily-payout product as of May 2026.
What's the minimum FT+ payout amount?
Balance must exceed starting balance by at least $50 to request a payout. So a $100K account needs to be at $100,050+. Most traders wait for meaningful profit (a few hundred to several thousand dollars) before requesting to minimize per-payout transaction friction.
How fast does FT+ process payouts?
FT+ targets payout completion within 24-72 hours of request approval. Trustpilot reviews and trader forums frequently cite same-day or next-day crypto payouts. Bank-wire delays can extend to 5-7 business days due to intermediary banks, not FT+ processing.
How does FT+ pay traders?
Bank wire, Rise (formerly Deel), cryptocurrency (USDT, BTC, ETH on supported networks), and select regional methods. Crypto is the fastest, typically same-day. Wires depend on banking corridor.
Are FT+ payouts taxable?
Generally yes — treated as self-employment / contractor income in most jurisdictions, since you're paid for a service (trading), not investing your own capital. Specifics depend on country and your tax setup. Consult a licensed tax professional; this FAQ is not tax advice.
Does FT+ issue tax documents?
For US-based traders earning over the IRS threshold, FT+ has historically issued 1099-NEC via Rise/Deel. For non-US traders, no automatic tax document is generated — you self-report based on local rules. Check your Rise/Deel dashboard for downloadable annual statements.
Can FT+ delay or refuse a payout?
Yes — if KYC is pending, the consistency rule is broken, the account has flagged trades (e.g., latency-arb or news-related violations), or pending sanctions review. Trustpilot patterns show most denials cluster around consistency-rule misunderstandings or KYC delays, not arbitrary refusal.
Will requesting a payout reset my trailing drawdown?
Withdrawing profit pulls cash out of the simulated balance, which mechanically lowers your equity high-watermark. The trailing-drawdown lock-point may already be at the starting balance + buffer, in which case withdrawing doesn't move the floor. Check your dashboard's "max loss" line after payout — it should be unchanged if you're already past the trail-lock.
Is there a payout cap per cycle on FT+?
No hard cap. You can withdraw all profit above the starting balance + $50 minimum, subject to consistency rule and account-rules compliance. Some traders post six-figure single-cycle payouts on Trustpilot and review-site screenshots.
Are profit splits paid by Funded Trading Plus or a third party?
FT+ pays directly through its operating entity. For payment processing it uses Rise (formerly Deel), bank wires, and crypto rails. The economic responsibility lies with FT+; payment partners are administrative middleware.
What's the fastest reported FT+ payout?
Same-day crypto payouts are the most-cited fast cases on Trustpilot — request approved in hours, funds in wallet by end of day. The 2025 PropFirmMatch awards highlighted FT+ for payout speed and reliability. Median across trader-forum reports sits around 24-48 hours.
News, Hedging, HFT & Trading Restrictions
11 answersDoes FT+ allow news trading?
Yes on 1-Step Express and 2-Step Classic — no restrictions on high-impact news releases. NOT allowed on Instant Funding accounts as of FT+ 2.0. If your strategy is news-driven, choose Express or Classic, or buy an Instant add-on that unlocks news trading (where available).
What counts as "news trading" on FT+?
High-impact economic releases — NFP, CPI, FOMC rate decisions, GDP, central bank statements — within typically a 2-5 minute window before and after the print on the affected pair. Trades opened or closed inside the window on Instant accounts are flagged. Express and Classic ignore the window entirely.
Does FT+ allow hedging?
Yes — hedging on the same account is allowed. Holding equal-and-opposite positions across two separate FT+ accounts (or with an external broker) to game drawdown is treated as a violation of fair trading and can trigger account closure without refund.
Does FT+ allow Expert Advisors (EAs) and bots?
Yes — EAs, MT4/MT5 robots, cTrader cBots, and external automation are all permitted on FT+. Algorithmic trading is explicitly welcome. PickMyTrade is the cleanest TradingView-to-FT+ automation route for the platforms PMT supports — Pine Script alerts on TradingView push to PMT, PMT routes to your FT+ MatchTrader account, check pickmytrade.io for current pricing. PMT does NOT currently integrate with cTrader, MT4, MT5 or DXtrade, so if you want to automate FT+ specifically via PMT, choose MatchTrader at evaluation purchase.
Does FT+ ban HFT or sub-second strategies?
Sub-second HFT and latency arbitrage are banned, as at every retail prop firm — these strategies exploit feed latency rather than legitimate edge. PickMyTrade-driven automation runs at second-level granularity (TradingView alert → webhook → broker), comfortably above the sub-second threshold, so it's not affected.
Does FT+ allow copy trading?
Personal copy trading between your own accounts is generally tolerated within reason, but commercial cross-trader copying (one master signal copied to many separate traders' FT+ accounts) is banned as it pollutes evaluation integrity. Your own TradingView strategy routed by PickMyTrade to your own FT+ account is single-trader automation — fully allowed.
Can I hold positions overnight on FT+?
Yes on 1-Step Express and 2-Step Classic — no overnight restriction. Swap-free trading is offered specifically on Instant Funding and the evaluation phases of Express/Classic; the funded-side swap policy on Express and Classic should be verified per account at checkout because some funded-side accounts do still accrue swap. NOT allowed on Instant Funding (no weekend / overnight). Plan accordingly when choosing a plan for a swing strategy.
Can I hold positions over the weekend on FT+?
Yes on Express and Classic. No on Instant Funding — all positions must close by Friday market close. Crypto CFDs typically trade 24/7, but the FT+ rule applies regardless of instrument.
Are stop losses required on FT+?
Not technically required, but strongly recommended — and on the funded simulated-live account, FT+ has at times required stops on every trade to prevent runaway losses. Automated systems via PickMyTrade attach SL/TP at order entry from TradingView strategy parameters, satisfying any stop-required policy automatically.
What's prohibited on FT+?
Latency/feed arbitrage, sub-second HFT, cross-account hedging to game drawdown, third-party commercial copy trading, account-sharing with multiple humans, opening accounts in restricted countries, and any pattern intended to exploit the simulated nature of the account rather than legitimate market edge.
Can I share my FT+ account with another trader?
No. The funded-trader agreement is personal. Two humans trading one FT+ account is account-sharing and violates terms. One human running multiple automated strategies on their own single account is fine — that's just automation.
Automation via PickMyTrade
13 answersHow does PickMyTrade automate Funded Trading Plus?
TradingView strategy or indicator fires an alert. The alert posts to a unique PickMyTrade webhook URL. PickMyTrade interprets the payload, applies your risk rules, and submits the order to your connected FT+ MatchTrader account in milliseconds. In PickMyTrade, go to Generate Alert to create your alert — you will receive a JSON payload and a webhook URL. Paste the JSON into the TradingView alert message box and paste the webhook URL into the TradingView webhook field. (PMT supports MatchTrader for FT+; PMT does not currently integrate with FT+'s cTrader, MT4, MT5 or DXtrade platforms.) check pickmytrade.io for current pricing covers unlimited FT+ accounts plus other supported brokers and props.
Which FT+ platforms does PickMyTrade support?
PickMyTrade integrates with FT+ via MatchTrader only. PMT does NOT currently support cTrader, MT4, MT5 or DXtrade on FT+. When you buy an FT+ evaluation specifically intending to automate through PMT, select MatchTrader at checkout. (Across all brokers, PMT supports Tradovate, Rithmic, IB, TradeStation, ProjectX, MatchTrader, TradeLocker, Tradier, Binance and Bybit.)
Is PickMyTrade allowed on FT+?
Yes — FT+ explicitly permits EAs, bots, and external automation. PickMyTrade operates within those bounds: single-trader automation, second-level execution, your own TradingView signals routed to your own FT+ account. It is not commercial cross-trader copying and not sub-second HFT.
How fast is PickMyTrade execution on FT+?
PickMyTrade executes trades within approximately 200–500 milliseconds of receiving a TradingView webhook alert. The rest is broker API queueing. That's comfortably faster than manual entry and well above HFT thresholds.
Can I run multiple FT+ accounts through one PickMyTrade subscription?
Yes. One PickMyTrade subscription (current PMT subscription (see pickmytrade.io for pricing)) connects to all your FT+ MatchTrader accounts — Express, Classic, Instant, scaled. The flat fee doesn't change with account count. A single TradingView alert executes on all connected accounts simultaneously. Note: the Manual Trade Copier feature is NOT available for MatchTrader connections — it is only available for Tradovate and ProjectX. Useful when you stack multiple FT+ programs up to the $400K aggregate cap.
Can I attach SL and TP through PickMyTrade?
Yes. The PMT JSON payload supports stop-loss and take-profit in points, pips, percent, or absolute price. TradingView strategies that already compute SL/TP can pass them straight through. Attached at order entry, satisfying any "stops required" FT+ rule.
Does PickMyTrade enforce risk-per-trade limits?
Yes — PMT lets you set per-trade percent-risk caps, max concurrent positions, max daily-loss soft pauses, and instrument allow/deny lists at the account level. Useful for staying inside FT+'s 4% (Express) or 6% (Instant) daily-loss limits automatically.
Can PickMyTrade reverse a TradingView alert to handle short signals?
Yes. PMT supports buy/sell direction in alert JSON and can also auto-close opposite positions before opening a new direction (close-and-reverse mode). Useful for trend-following strategies that flip between long and short on FT+ forex pairs.
Does PickMyTrade work with TradingView Premium alerts only?
Webhook alerts require TradingView Essential ($14.95/mo) or higher. PMT receives the webhook; TradingView's free plan does not support webhook URLs. Most FT+ automation users pair TradingView Essential or Plus with PMT for full chart features and unlimited alerts.
Will my FT+ account get flagged for using automation?
Not for normal-frequency automation. FT+ flags sub-second HFT and latency-arb patterns. PickMyTrade executes trades within approximately 200–500 milliseconds of receiving a TradingView webhook alert — well within normal-retail-trader rhythm. Many FT+ funded traders openly automate via PMT.
How do I connect FT+ MatchTrader to PickMyTrade?
Sign in to PMT, add a new connection, choose MatchTrader (MatchTrader is the only PMT-supported FT+ platform — cTrader, MT4, MT5 and DXtrade are not supported by PMT), enter the FT+-issued credentials, test the connection. Then go to Generate Alert in PickMyTrade to create your alert — you will receive a JSON payload and a webhook URL. Paste the JSON into the TradingView alert message box and paste the webhook URL into the TradingView webhook field. Step-by-step docs are at docs.pickmytrade.io. Full setup typically takes under five minutes.
Can PickMyTrade run during prop-firm KYC delays?
PMT routes orders only to active accounts. If your FT+ account is paused for KYC, the PMT-side connection will show inactive — alerts queue or are skipped according to your settings. Once FT+ activates, PMT resumes routing.
Does PickMyTrade have a free trial for FT+ automation?
Yes — sign up at pickmytrade.com/signup for the free trial, connect your FT+ account, and route a few test alerts before committing to the check pickmytrade.io for current pricing fee. Trial conditions and length are listed on the signup page.
Can I set trading time restrictions in PickMyTrade for Funded Trading Plus?
Yes. PickMyTrade includes a Trading Time feature available across all supported broker connections. You can configure specific active trading windows with start and end times (24-hour ET format). Any TradingView alerts received outside your configured hours are automatically rejected — no new trades are placed. Existing open positions remain active. Settings can be applied to specific accounts or all accounts at once. Full guide: https://docs.pickmytrade.io/docs/trading-time-settings/
Platforms & Brokers
10 answersWhat platforms does FT+ support?
MT4, MT5, cTrader, DXtrade and MatchTrader. You pick one at evaluation purchase. Each has slightly different instrument lists, spreads and feature support — MT5 leads on EA flexibility, cTrader on order-types and depth-of-market, DXtrade and MatchTrader on US-trader accessibility, MT4 on legacy strategy compatibility.
Which FT+ platform is best for automation?
For TradingView-driven automation via PickMyTrade specifically, you must pick MatchTrader — that is the only FT+ platform PMT supports. MatchTrader is increasingly popular with US traders and has solid PMT integration. cTrader, MT4, MT5 and DXtrade are NOT supported by PMT today, so they won't work for FT+ automation through PMT even though FT+ itself offers them.
Can US traders use MT4/MT5 on FT+?
MetaTrader (MT4 and MT5) is no longer downloadable from US-based app stores following the 2023-2024 MetaQuotes removals, but FT+ has historically offered MT5 to US traders via web/desktop direct downloads. DXtrade and MatchTrader are the US-friendly alternatives without download issues. Verify current US availability at checkout on fundedtradingplus.com.
What broker backs FT+ accounts?
FT+ uses partnered liquidity providers and white-label broker tech for each platform. The funded account itself is a simulated environment so the "broker" question is more about the technology stack (MetaQuotes, Spotware, DXtrade Devexperts, MatchTrader) than a regulated broker holding client money.
Can I switch platforms after buying an FT+ account?
Platform is chosen at purchase. Switching mid-evaluation generally requires support intervention; it's not a self-serve option. Pick deliberately — your TradingView strategy plus PickMyTrade integration determines the best fit.
What spreads does FT+ offer?
Variable spreads, typically tight on majors (EURUSD 0.1-0.5 pips during liquid hours), wider on exotics and during news. Spreads can widen around major releases — a common source of unexpected SL hits. Match your TradingView strategy parameters to FT+'s realistic spread profile.
Does FT+ charge commissions?
Yes — typical $3-$7 per lot per side on cTrader/DXtrade ECN-style accounts. MT4/MT5 may be commission-included spread or commission-plus, depending on account type. FT+ 2.0 introduced swap-free trading on Instant Funding and on the evaluation phases of Express/Classic; funded-side swap policy varies by account so check the spec at checkout rather than assuming all overnight holds are cost-free.
Does FT+ have swap fees?
Mostly no on the swap-free SKUs. FT+ offers swap-free trading specifically on Instant Funding and on the evaluation phases of 1-Step Express and 2-Step Classic. The funded-side swap policy on Express and Classic can vary per account configuration, so verify your specific account at checkout rather than assuming "swap fees removed across the board." Swap-free is still a meaningful cost edge versus most prop competitors.
Are crypto CFDs available on FT+?
Yes — BTCUSD, ETHUSD, and a rotating list of major altcoin CFDs are available on most FT+ platforms. Trades 24/7 on some platforms, weekend-only-closed on others. Crypto CFD leverage is lower than forex (often 1:5 to 1:10).
Does FT+ offer index and commodity CFDs?
Yes — US30, NAS100, SPX500, GER40, UK100, gold, silver, oil, gas and other major index/commodity CFDs are available. Leverage is typically lower than forex (e.g., 1:10-1:20 on indices). Match the symbol list against your TradingView strategy before purchase.
MFFX Migration & Industry Context
7 answersDid FT+ take over MyFundedFX (MFFX) accounts?
No. MyFundedFX (MFFX) rebranded to SeacrestFunded in 2025 and continues operating — it added MT5 back to its lineup in January 2025 via Seacrest Markets and remains a going concern, not a defunct firm. FT+ is one of many alternatives that displaced or shopping MFFX/SeacrestFunded traders considered, but there has never been a formal account-transfer program from MFFX to FT+. Treat any "FT+ takeover of MFFX" claim as inaccurate.
If I had an MFFX account, can I move it to FT+?
There's no formal one-to-one transfer because MFFX (now operating as SeacrestFunded) and FT+ are independent firms with different rule sets. Since SeacrestFunded is still active, you do not need to leave it — but if you want a different rule set or to diversify, the practical path is simply to keep your existing SeacrestFunded account if you want to and purchase a separate FT+ Express, Classic or Instant evaluation at a comparable size. Promo discounts vary; ask FT+ support before checkout.
What happened to MFFX in 2025-2026?
MyFundedFX (run by the team behind MyFundedFutures) was impacted by MetaQuotes' 2024 US-broker purge and shifted traders to DXtrade and MatchTrader. In 2025 the firm rebranded to SeacrestFunded and added MT5 back to its lineup in January 2025 via Seacrest Markets. SeacrestFunded continues to operate today — MFFX did not exit the market, it transitioned. The brand and rule set changed; the firm did not close.
Why are forex prop traders moving from MFFX to FT+?
Some traders prefer FT+'s rule-set and feature-set — multi-platform (MT4/MT5/cTrader/DXtrade/MatchTrader), one-step and two-step pathways, scaling, and crypto/CFD coverage — backed by Trade Room Plus (parent since 2013) and 4.5+ years of FT+ product payout history. FT+ is one of several alternatives MFFX/SeacrestFunded traders considered through the 2024-2025 rebrand; SeacrestFunded itself remains operational, so this is a preference choice rather than a forced migration.
Will FT+ honor my MFFX profit history or discount?
No automatic carry-over of profit history (different firms). FT+ has occasionally run migration-style promo discounts for displaced traders from other firms — open a support ticket referencing your MFFX/SeacrestFunded position and ask about current migration offers before buying.
Did the 2024 MetaQuotes purge affect FT+?
FT+ navigated the 2024 MetaTrader removal of multiple props from app stores by diversifying platforms early — adding cTrader, DXtrade, and MatchTrader as full-feature alternatives to MT4/MT5. Today FT+ is one of the most platform-diverse forex props, which insulates traders from any single-platform shock.
How does FT+'s longevity compare to firms that have closed?
The FT+ funded-trader product has been operating continuously since December 2021 — roughly 4.5 years by May 2026 — and its parent Trade Room Plus has been operating since 2013. That timeline covers the 2023 MyForexFunds (MFF) closure, the 2024 MetaQuotes purge, the 2025 MFFX-to-SeacrestFunded rebrand, and the broader prop-firm shake-out. Surviving and growing through multiple industry resets is a strong signal of operational durability.
Resets & Refunds
7 answersCan I reset my FT+ challenge after a breach?
Yes — FT+ offers paid resets on Express and Classic evaluations, typically at a discount versus buying a new evaluation. The reset restores the original starting balance and zeroes the breach. Reset pricing is shown in your dashboard after a breach occurs.
How much does an FT+ reset cost?
Roughly 20-30% of the original evaluation fee, depending on account size and program. For a $100K Express that's typically $100-$200. Resets are usually unlimited per account, though FT+ reserves the right to deny resets if there's a pattern of rule-gaming.
Can I refund my FT+ evaluation before I start trading?
FT+'s general policy is that evaluation fees are non-refundable once credentials are delivered and KYC starts. Some jurisdictional rights may apply (UK/EU cooling-off, for example) — contact support immediately if you have a regulatory cooling-off claim. Don't trade first if you intend to request a refund.
Does FT+ refund the evaluation fee after passing?
Yes — on Express and Classic. The evaluation fee is refunded to the trader as part of (or alongside) the first payout once funded. Instant has no fee-refund because there's no evaluation; the fee is the price of the account.
Can I reset a funded simulated-live FT+ account?
No — once funded and breached, the funded account is closed and a fresh evaluation purchase is required. Funded-side resets are not a standard FT+ offering. Avoid funded-side breaches by enforcing strict per-trade risk via PickMyTrade caps and pre-attached stops.
If I miss a payout window, do I lose the profit?
No — unrequested profit stays on the simulated balance available for the next cycle. But it's also exposed to drawdown risk while sitting on the account. Best practice: request the payout as soon as eligibility opens (every 7 days on Express).
Are FT+ promo discounts stackable with resets?
Generally not — reset pricing is a discrete tier and stacking additional promo codes on top is uncommon. Some seasonal promotions specifically offer "free reset with purchase" as a bundle. Check the active offer at checkout for the most current terms.
Countries, KYC & Eligibility
8 answersWhat countries are restricted from FT+?
FT+ adheres to UK and international sanctions, restricting traders from Iran, North Korea, Syria, Cuba, Myanmar and a handful of additional listed jurisdictions. The current list is maintained at help.fundedtradingplus.com/prohibited-countries. Verify your country before purchase — funds and payouts may not be guaranteed for restricted-country residents.
Does FT+ accept US traders?
Yes — US traders are generally accepted. Platform availability has shifted post-MetaQuotes-purge: MT4/MT5 may be limited via web/desktop direct download, while DXtrade and MatchTrader provide full US-trader support. Verify current US options at checkout on fundedtradingplus.com.
Does FT+ accept traders from India / Pakistan / Bangladesh?
India, Pakistan and Bangladesh are typically accepted as of May 2026. Always verify your country at checkout — restrictions can change with sanctions updates. Payment methods may differ (crypto vs wire vs Rise) by region.
Does FT+ accept traders from Nigeria / Kenya / South Africa?
Generally yes for Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa. African forex prop demand has been strong; FT+ runs payout corridors via crypto and Rise for these regions. Standard sanctions/KYC checks apply.
What KYC does FT+ require?
Government-issued photo ID, proof of address (utility bill, bank statement within 90 days), and a liveness/selfie check. Performed via third-party identity verification. KYC must clear before the funded account is activated and before payouts process. Failing any required check results in account termination without payment.
How long does FT+ KYC typically take?
24-72 hours for clean submissions; longer if documents are unclear or there's a sanctions-list adjacency. Trader forum reports suggest median around 1-2 business days. KYC is a frequent complaint when delayed — submit clean, high-resolution documents the first time.
What's the minimum age to trade FT+?
18 years old. Standard for all retail prop firms. KYC will reject under-18 IDs at signup.
Can I open an FT+ account under a company name?
FT+'s funded-trader agreement is generally with individuals, not corporate entities. Some traders contract through their own personal-service company for tax-handling, but the FT+ account itself is in the trader's individual name. Confirm setup specifics with FT+ support if you need a corporate-entity arrangement.
Competitor Comparisons & Miscellaneous
8 answersFT+ vs FTMO — which is better?
FTMO: 2-step only, 10%+5% targets, 5% daily / 10% max DD, 90% split typical. FT+: three product paths, up to 100% split on Express, more platform options (MT4/MT5/cTrader/DXtrade/MatchTrader vs FTMO's narrower lineup), scaling to $2.5M vs FTMO's $600K. FTMO has bigger brand and longer history; FT+ has more flexible features. Both work with PickMyTrade.
FT+ vs FundedNext — which fits me?
FundedNext: Express (single-phase), Stellar 1-Step, and Stellar 2-Step plans, scaling to $4M, 90% split typical, UAE-based. FT+: Instant/Express/Classic, scaling to $2.5M, up to 100% split, UK-based. FundedNext has bigger scaling ceiling; FT+ has higher max split and a true no-evaluation Instant. Many traders run both for diversification.
FT+ vs FundingPips — what's the difference?
FundingPips: 1-step, 2-step, and student plans, 80-90% split, MatchTrader / cTrader / DXtrade focused, UAE-based, scaling to $600K-$1M. FT+: broader platform lineup, up to 100% split on Express, scaling to $2.5M, UK-based, longer track record. FundingPips is generally the lower-priced entry point; FT+ has more upside on profitable scaling.
FT+ vs The Funded Trader (TFT) — what's the difference?
TFT: multi-phase Standard / Rapid / Knight plans, 80-90% split, MT4/MT5/DXtrade/MatchTrader, US-based. FT+: UK-based, three streamlined FT+ 2.0 plans, up to 100% split, broader platform lineup. FT+ generally rates higher on payout speed and platform diversity in 2025-2026 review-site comparisons; TFT remains popular for its evaluation pricing.
FT+ vs Apex Trader Funding — same use case?
Different markets. Apex = US futures (ES, NQ, GC, CL, MNQ etc.) via Rithmic/Tradovate. FT+ = forex, indices CFDs, crypto CFDs via MT4/MT5/cTrader/DXtrade/MatchTrader. Traders running both via PickMyTrade automate two parallel pipelines under one PMT subscription (check pickmytrade.io for current pricing) — PMT supports Apex through Rithmic/Tradovate and FT+ through MatchTrader only (PMT does not support FT+'s cTrader, MT4, MT5 or DXtrade today).
Is FT+ better than instant-funding prop firms?
FT+ offers an Instant Funding product itself, so the question is more about which provider's instant has the best rules. FT+ Instant has 6% daily / 6% trailing / 70-90% split / no news / no weekends — the trade-offs are explicit. Other instant-funding props sometimes have looser news rules but tighter consistency or smaller scaling caps. Compare per your strategy.
Does PickMyTrade work with all the firms I just compared?
PickMyTrade routes to many of the major prop firms and brokers — FT+ (via MatchTrader only — cTrader is not PMT-supported), FundedNext, FundingPips (via MatchTrader only), The Funded Trader, Apex Trader Funding, Topstep, MyFundedFutures and more — across the platforms PMT supports today: Tradovate, Rithmic, IB, TradeStation, ProjectX, MatchTrader, TradeLocker, Tradier, Binance and Bybit. PMT does NOT currently support cTrader, MT4, MT5 or DXtrade, so routing into those platform endpoints at any firm is not available through PMT. Note: FTMO uses MT4/MT5/cTrader/DXtrade and is NOT PMT-supported — there is no 'API allows' exception.
Is FT+ a good fit for fully automated TradingView strategies?
Yes — FT+'s combination of EA-friendly rules, balance-based trailing drawdown, no time limits, no minimum-day requirement on any current SKU, and swap-free trading on Instant/evaluation accounts makes it one of the most automation-friendly forex props in 2026. To automate via PickMyTrade specifically, buy your FT+ account on MatchTrader — PMT supports MatchTrader for FT+ and does not currently support cTrader, MT4, MT5 or DXtrade. Then pair with PMT for end-to-end TradingView-to-execution.
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This FAQ is for informational and educational purposes only and is not financial, legal, or tax advice. Funded Trading Plus rule references are compiled from fundedtradingplus.com, help.fundedtradingplus.com, the official FT+ funded-trader agreement and Program Terms & Conditions, real user discussions in trader forums and trading communities, Trustpilot reviews (4.4/5 across ~2,645 reviews as of May 2026), and independent reviews on PropFirmMatch, ProTradingVibes, FuturesFury, FXEmpire, BestPropFirms, Fortunly, Myfxbook, MyPropGenius, TheTrustedProp, TradersUnion, FundedTrading.com, LivingFromTrading, DailyForex, OnlineProptrading, PropFirmsThatPay, IndependentInvestor, and our work helping traders automate FT+ accounts via TradingView. FT+ updates rules frequently — verify directly on the official help center.
FT+ is a multi-asset forex/CFD/crypto prop firm operated by Trade Room Plus, whose parent business has been operating since 2013; the FT+ funded-trader product launched December 2021. Rules differ between programs — Instant Funding uses 6% daily / 6% trailing DD with no news and no weekend holding and a 50% consistency rule from day one; 1-Step Express uses 4% daily / 6% trailing balance-based DD (reset at 23:59 server time, ~5 PM EST in standard time, shifts with DST) with news and weekend permitted and a 35%-during-evaluation / 50%-once-funded consistency rule; 2-Step Classic uses an 8% static maximum DD with 7% per-phase profit targets (~14% combined) and no fixed minimum trading days. Standard profit split on all three SKUs is a flat 80%; higher splits up to 100% are available only as a paid add-on selected at purchase, not earned through cumulative profit or scaling. Scaling lifts the per-account ceiling toward $2.5M in 25% size increments at each 10% profit milestone. This page covers the three current FT+ 2.0 SKUs (Instant Funding, 1-Step Express, 2-Step Classic) and references the retired Master Trader, Experienced Trader, Premium Trader and Advanced Trader legacy programs (other named SKUs occasionally cited on third-party listings are not documented in FT+'s own materials).
Recent 2024-2026 industry context: the 2024 MetaQuotes app-store purge affected many US-facing props; FT+ diversified platforms early (added cTrader, DXtrade, MatchTrader) to insulate users. MyFundedFX (MFFX) rebranded to SeacrestFunded in 2025 and continues to operate (re-added MT5 via Seacrest Markets in January 2025) — it did not exit US trader-facing service in the way some third-party content suggests. FT+ is one of multiple alternatives traders considered through the MFFX rebrand; there is no formal one-to-one account-transfer program between MFFX/SeacrestFunded and FT+. FT+ 2.0 launched February 2026 with three streamlined SKUs, introduced swap-free trading on Instant and evaluation phases of Express/Classic (funded-side swap policy varies per account), and an up-to-100% profit-split ceiling via paid add-on. Cumulative payouts reported by FT+ climbed to $19.5M+ across 60,000+ traders in 180+ countries.
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Last updated: May 2026.