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The Trading Pit FAQ
104 Real Questions Answered (2026)
The Trading Pit (TTP) is a Liechtenstein-based prop firm co-founded by Illimar Mattus and Christoph Radecker (company established 2021, operations commenced 2022; Radecker departed May 2024). TTP forms part of Pinorena Capital, the fintech group founded by Mattus; Tickmill is a sister company under the same Pinorena umbrella. CFD Standard / Pro / Aggressive evaluations on MT4, MT5, and cTrader; Futures Prime ($50K $99 / $100K $189 / $150K $289) on Tradovate, NinjaTrader, TradingView, ATAS, Quantower, Volsys, and R-Trader; scaling up to $5,000,000 of allocated capital with 80% profit split; PMT-automatable via Tradovate (futures only — TTP CFD accounts on MT4/MT5/cTrader are not PMT-supported). Trustpilot 4.3/5 across ~737 reviews (May 2026); $4M+ cumulative payouts.
HQ
Liechtenstein
Coverage
CFD + Futures
Profit split
Up to 80%
Trustpilot
4.3 / ~737
Platforms
Tradovate (Futures) / MT4/5, cTrader (CFD)
Scaling cap
$5,000,000
We strive for accuracy, but prop firm rules change frequently — always verify details on the official firm website before funding an account or trading.
The Trading Pit Basics
11 answersWhat is The Trading Pit and how does the prop firm model work?
The Trading Pit (TTP) is a Liechtenstein-based proprietary trading firm covering CFDs (forex, indices, commodities, crypto) and futures. Pay an evaluation fee, hit a profit target without breaching daily and overall drawdown, then trade a funded account with up to 80% profit split. The company was established in 2021 with commercial operations commencing in 2022, co-founded by Illimar Mattus and Christoph Radecker (Radecker departed in May 2024). TTP forms part of Pinorena Capital, a fintech group founded by Mattus himself; Tickmill is a sister company under the same Pinorena umbrella.
Who founded The Trading Pit and where is it headquartered?
TTP was co-founded by Illimar Mattus and Christoph Radecker, with the company established in 2021 and operations commencing in 2022. Christoph Radecker departed the firm in May 2024; Illimar Mattus remains the leading public face. Headquarters is in Vaduz, Liechtenstein — one of the only major prop firms domiciled in the EEA/Liechtenstein jurisdiction. TTP forms part of Pinorena Capital, the fintech investment group founded by Mattus.
Is The Trading Pit regulated?
TTP itself is a separate proprietary trading firm and evaluation provider — its activity is not directly regulated as a brokerage. Tickmill, a sister company under the Pinorena Capital umbrella, is the regulated brokerage entity (licensed by the FCA, CySEC, FSA Seychelles, and other regulators). TTP leverages its Pinorena/Tickmill family pedigree, but the evaluation product itself is not retail-broker-regulated.
Is The Trading Pit legit or a scam?
Legit. TTP holds a Trustpilot rating of 4.3/5 across approximately 737 verified reviews (May 2026 snapshot), runs a working CFD + Futures payout pipeline, and sits inside the Pinorena Capital group alongside regulated sister-broker Tickmill. Some negative reviews focus on challenge difficulty, news-trading rules, or KYC delays — not on payout integrity. Always verify rules before purchase.
How much has The Trading Pit paid out to traders?
Publicly reported cumulative payouts crossed $4 million+ across CFD and Futures programs, with individual top earners like Ko (Malaysia) clearing $80K+ over 13 CFD payouts and Amit (India) collecting $17K+ over 12 Futures payouts. Numbers grow monthly — verify the live counter on thetradingpit.com.
How many traders use The Trading Pit?
TTP reports 10,000+ active monthly accounts and 450,000+ trades executed through its platforms. Per the November 2022 press release, the firm secured EUR 10 million in growth funding to expand its proprietary trading infrastructure to up to 30 major platforms and 20 brokers over a 24-month roadmap.
What is Pinorena Capital and how is it related to TTP?
Pinorena Capital is a fintech-focused investment group founded by Illimar Mattus. The Trading Pit is majority-owned by Pinorena and effectively forms part of the Pinorena Capital group. Tickmill, the multi-jurisdiction regulated forex broker, is a sister company under the same Pinorena umbrella — not TTP's parent. This shared ownership is one reason TTP can offer scaling up to $5,000,000 of allocated capital with institutional balance-sheet depth.
What countries does The Trading Pit accept?
Most countries. TTP explicitly does NOT serve residents of Burundi, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, South Sudan, Sudan, and Syria. Certain product tracks (Futures, Stocks, CFD) or specific data feeds (Rithmic, Tradovate, dxFeed) may be unavailable in additional countries due to vendor licensing — always verify at checkout.
Does The Trading Pit accept US-based traders?
Yes for futures — US residents can trade Futures Prime on Tradovate, NinjaTrader, TradingView, ATAS, Quantower, Volsys, and R-Trader via Rithmic/Tradovate market data. For CFDs, US access varies by platform; MT4 and MT5 access for US residents is restricted due to MetaQuotes policy. Verify in checkout before purchase.
Is The Trading Pit available in India / Pakistan / Nigeria?
India and Nigeria are generally accepted. Pakistan is sometimes restricted on specific data-feed providers. Indian traders frequently pass TTP CFD and Futures challenges — top payout-recipient Amit from India is publicly featured. Always verify your country at checkout because data-feed licensing changes.
Does The Trading Pit trade real money or simulated capital?
Sim-funded model. Orders fill against simulated quotes mirroring real-time market data and live spreads; payouts are real cash from sim performance. This is the standard retail prop firm model across CFD and Futures programs. Profit shared up to 80% on Futures Prime and CFD Prime.
Plans: Standard, Pro, Aggressive, Futures Prime
10 answersWhat plans does The Trading Pit offer in 2026?
TTP offers two main categories — CFDs and Futures. CFD programs are split into Standard, Pro, and Aggressive variants (1-step and 2-step paths). Futures Programs run as Futures Prime (and Classic on legacy accounts). Each track has its own targets, drawdown style, and profit splits. Verify current SKUs at thetradingpit.com.
What is the CFD Standard plan?
CFD Standard is TTP's balanced evaluation: typical 10% profit target on 1-step or 8%/5% on 2-step, with daily drawdown around 5% and a maximum overall drawdown around 10%. Standard offers a moderate fee/target ratio — good for traders who want reasonable rules without the highest-risk parameters. 80% split on Prime tier.
What is the CFD Pro plan?
CFD Pro is a more advanced tier with tighter rules and larger account caps, designed for experienced traders. Drawdown structures are similar to Standard but with elevated leverage and access on certain markets. Pricing is higher per dollar of capital. 80% split on Prime tier; check the current spec sheet.
What is the CFD Aggressive plan?
CFD Aggressive offers larger leverage and tighter risk windows for traders comfortable with higher-volatility strategies. Profit targets and drawdowns are calibrated for shorter timelines. Aggressive accounts often suit experienced scalpers and breakout traders rather than position holders. Verify live parameters on TTP's plan page before buying.
What is Futures Prime?
Futures Prime is TTP's flagship futures evaluation. Three account sizes only — $50K, $100K, and $150K (list pricing $99 / $189 / $289). 80% profit split, trailing end-of-day drawdown that caps at the starting balance, and contract-limit risk controls. The Prime tier unlocks the full futures platform stack: Tradovate, NinjaTrader, TradingView, ATAS, Quantower, Volsys, and R-Trader. Activation fee around $129 on funded conversion.
What is the CFD Classic vs CFD Prime tier?
Classic is TTP's older tier with trailing-style drawdown and standard 70-80% splits. Prime is the upgraded tier with static maximum drawdown (does not trail upward), tighter daily limits, and 80% split. Most new traders pick Prime for the more predictable risk envelope.
What is the Level 10 hedge-fund path?
TTP markets a multi-step scaling path where funded traders progress through levels of allocated capital, ultimately reaching a Level 10 hedge-fund partnership track. Progress requires consistent profitability and adherence to risk rules. Final allocated capital can reach $5,000,000 across the scaling structure — verify current Level milestones with TTP support.
Does The Trading Pit offer instant funding?
No pure instant-funded SKU. The fastest path is a 1-step CFD challenge (Standard or Aggressive) with a 10% target and minimum trading days requirement. You still must pass the evaluation phase before becoming a funded partner.
Which plan is best for beginners?
CFD Standard 2-step at the smallest size ($10K-$25K) — softer 8%/5% target pace, predictable daily-drawdown reset at market close, and lower entry fee. New traders avoid the time pressure of 1-step formats while learning TTP's consistency and news-trading rules.
Which plan is best for experienced traders?
Futures Prime $150K for futures specialists (largest Futures Prime tier at $289 list, Tradovate/NinjaTrader/TradingView access) or CFD Pro/Aggressive for forex specialists who want higher leverage. Experienced traders often pair multiple accounts within the 4-account / $400K CFD cap to diversify edge.
Account Sizes & Pricing
9 answersWhat account sizes does The Trading Pit offer?
CFD sizes typically span $10K, $25K, $50K, $100K, and $200K. Futures Prime offers three sizes only: $50K, $100K, and $150K. Smaller futures sizes ($10K and $20K) and the $200K futures size do not exist as Futures Prime SKUs. Through the multi-level scaling and partnership track, allocated capital can reach $5,000,000 across the hedge-fund path. Verify live size menu at checkout.
How much does a $10K CFD account cost?
Entry fees for the smallest CFD challenge start around EUR 99 (roughly $105-$110 USD list price). Discount codes through affiliates and review sites frequently bring this lower. The $10K size is the cheapest way to test TTP's rule set before scaling up.
How much does a $25K CFD account cost?
Around EUR 199-249 list depending on Standard/Pro/Aggressive selection and 1-step vs 2-step. Promo codes commonly knock 20-30% off. $25K is a popular starting size for traders who want meaningful profit potential without paying $100K-tier fees.
How much does a $50K CFD account cost?
Typically EUR 299-449 list depending on tier. 2-step Standard at $50K sits at the lower end; 1-step Aggressive at $50K with higher leverage sits at the higher end. Watch for monthly TTP promotions for sharper pricing.
How much does a $100K CFD account cost?
Around EUR 549-799 list depending on plan and phase count. $100K is one of the most popular tiers — large enough for meaningful payouts but priced moderately. PickMyTrade users at this size benefit from automated execution lowering manual missed-fill risk.
How much does a $200K CFD account cost?
Approximately EUR 899-999 list, sometimes lower with discount codes. $200K is the maximum direct-purchase CFD size before scaling kicks in. News-trading restrictions are tighter on $100K and $200K accounts than on smaller sizes.
How much does a Futures Prime $50K cost?
Futures Prime $50K lists at $99 — the entry tier of TTP's three Futures Prime sizes. Add the $129 activation fee on funded conversion. Futures Prime $50K is the entry sweet spot for traders using Tradovate, NinjaTrader, or TradingView. PickMyTrade routes TradingView alerts directly to TTP Futures Prime accounts via the Tradovate connection.
How much does a Futures Prime $100K cost?
Futures Prime $100K lists at $189 — the mid-tier of TTP's three Futures Prime sizes ($50K $99, $100K $189, $150K $289). $150K at $289 is the largest Futures Prime tier; the $200K futures size is not part of the current SKU lineup. Add the $129 activation fee on funded conversion. $100K is the most-traded tier among TTP futures partners — large enough for multi-contract strategies and the $200 daily minimum payout threshold.
Can I hold multiple TTP accounts at the same time?
Yes. A trader can hold up to 4 CFD earning accounts simultaneously, with combined allocated starting balance capped at $400,000. Permitted mix: four Prime accounts, or three Prime plus one Classic. Futures accounts have their own concurrent-account allowance under the Futures Prime structure.
Targets, Drawdown & Daily Pause
9 answersWhat are the profit targets on each TTP plan?
CFD 1-step typically requires 10% profit; 2-step requires 8% in phase 1 and 5% in phase 2. Futures Prime requires hitting a fixed dollar-profit target tied to account size before becoming eligible to convert to funded. No profit target on funded — just sustained profitable trading under drawdown rules.
What is the daily drawdown on CFD plans?
CFD Prime daily drawdown is 4% on 1-step and 5% on 2-step, calculated from the day's starting balance and reset at 00:00 (midnight) server time — TTP's server runs on Liechtenstein/European time, not the CME futures 16:15 CT close. Going below the daily limit during a session breaches and ends the account. Plan ahead for overnight balance shifts around midnight server time.
What is the maximum drawdown on CFD plans?
CFD Prime maximum drawdown is 7% on 1-step and 10% on 2-step. Importantly the maximum drawdown stays STATIC throughout both Challenge and Earning phases — it does NOT trail upward. This makes Prime a more predictable risk envelope than firms using balance-trailing drawdown.
How does the trailing drawdown on Classic differ from static on Prime?
Classic accounts use a trailing-style maximum drawdown that follows equity highs upward. Prime accounts use a static maximum drawdown anchored to the starting balance — the cap does not move once set. Most experienced traders prefer Prime for the predictability of fixed risk bands during a winning streak.
What is the Futures Prime drawdown?
Futures Prime uses a trailing end-of-day drawdown that caps at the starting balance — meaning it trails upward only until it reaches the starting balance, then stays fixed at that level. Contract-limit and fixed-dollar controls supplement percentage rules. This hybrid keeps risk tight without endless trailing punishment.
Is the daily pause rule still active on Futures Prime?
The daily pause has been turned OFF for Futures Prime accounts created after March 6, 2026. Previously a soft daily-loss pause halted trading mid-session; the updated rule structure relies on the static dollar drawdown and contract limits instead. Older accounts may retain legacy pause behavior.
How is the daily drawdown reset?
On CFD accounts, the new daily drawdown limit recalculates based on your account balance at 00:00 (midnight) server time — the TTP server uses Liechtenstein/European time. On Futures Prime, drawdown trails at end-of-day until reaching starting balance. Plan trade entries around the midnight reset window so an overnight balance shift does not cap your next-day risk envelope.
Is the maximum drawdown trailing or static on funded?
On CFD Prime funded accounts, maximum drawdown remains static through the Earning Phase — it does not trail with new equity highs. This is one of TTP's competitive differentiators against firms that maintain trailing drawdown post-funding. Classic accounts retain trailing behavior.
What happens if I breach drawdown on a funded account?
The funded account is closed and any earned-but-unpaid profit may be forfeited depending on the breach timing. You can purchase a new evaluation to start over. TTP does not offer free funded-account resets — drawdown on funded is the hard end of that account's lifecycle.
Consistency & Minimum Trading Days
5 answersWhat is the consistency rule on TTP?
The 40% consistency rule applies to Futures and Stocks challenges; it does NOT apply to CFD challenges and does NOT apply to Earning (funded) Accounts. During qualifying Challenge phases, no single trading day can produce more than 40% of the profit target. Example: on a Futures challenge with a $6,000 target, no single day may exceed $2,400 in profit. The rule is checked at challenge completion.
How is the consistency target calculated?
TTP measures your best single day's profit against the account's profit target. If your best day exceeds 40% of the target, the excess profit above that 40% threshold is ADDED to your remaining profit target — so the target effectively grows and you must trade additional profitable days to clear the new, higher number. You do not just dilute the percentage; the target itself expands.
What is the minimum trading days requirement?
In the Challenge Phase, Futures challenges require a minimum of 3 unique trading days and CFD challenges require a minimum of 5 unique trading days. The asset-class split reflects the higher trade frequency typical of futures scalpers. The day-count rule prevents lucky single-day passes and ensures TTP can evaluate sustained behavior before funding.
Is the minimum trading days requirement only 3 days on Futures?
Yes — the Challenge Phase minimum is 3 unique trading days on Futures and 5 unique trading days on CFD. Futures Prime evaluations have no fixed calendar time limit on the Challenge in the current rule set. The shorter futures day-count reflects how active futures scalpers naturally trade.
Is there a time limit on the challenge?
CFD evaluations have no calendar time limit — take as long as needed within standard inactivity rules (no trades for 30+ days can deactivate). Futures Prime evaluations also have no fixed expiry in the current rule set; the firm has historically used a 30-day window on some legacy SKUs. Funded accounts have no time-to-payout pressure once activated.
Funded Activation & Scaling
5 answersHow does TTP funded account activation work?
After passing the evaluation, complete KYC verification, sign the funded trader agreement, pay the activation fee (around $129 for Futures Prime; CFD activation varies), and your funded account credentials arrive by email within 1-3 business days. Trading begins immediately after credentials issue.
Is there an activation fee?
Yes. Futures Prime requires a $129 activation fee on funded conversion. CFD accounts may include activation as part of the challenge fee or as a separate post-pass charge depending on plan. Verify exact activation pricing at checkout for each plan type.
How does TTP scaling to $5M work?
TTP's multi-level scaling path lets consistent funded traders progress through allocation increases. Hit profitability and risk-compliance milestones to graduate from one level to the next, ultimately reaching a hedge-fund partnership track where allocated capital can total $5,000,000 across positions.
What is the profit split on TTP plans?
Up to 80% on both CFD Prime and Futures Prime funded accounts. Classic-tier CFD historically offered 70%. Scaling milestones may unlock additional split incentives at the hedge-fund partnership levels. 80% is the headline split for new partners on the current Prime products.
Does the profit split increase with scaling?
The base 80% Prime split is competitive; scaling rewards generally come through larger allocated capital rather than higher split percentages. Some hedge-fund-track levels may include performance bonuses. Verify exact split mechanics at each Level milestone through TTP support.
Payouts
7 answersWhen can I request my first payout?
On Futures Prime, the first payout requires 5 profitable trading days at $200+ per day for accounts opened after July 7, 2025 (older accounts required 10 profitable days). The first TWO payouts are on a 14-day cycle. Only AFTER the second payout does the cadence move to every 7 days, provided cumulative profit exceeds $200. CFD Earning Accounts run on a bi-weekly (14-day) cycle — first payout 14 days after Earning account receipt.
What is the minimum payout amount?
Effectively $200 — the threshold per qualifying trading day on Futures Prime, and the floor for payout requests once you're past the initial two 14-day cycles. CFD Earning Accounts run on a bi-weekly cycle with a similar low floor to keep partners on consistent cashflow.
How fast does TTP pay out?
After approval, payouts typically process within 1-3 business days. Bank-wire payouts can take additional days depending on your country's banking infrastructure. Crypto and Rise (TTP's preferred payout rail) tend to settle fastest — under 24 hours after approval in most cases.
What payout methods does TTP support?
Bank wire (SEPA for EUR, SWIFT for USD/global), Rise (preferred), crypto (USDT and others), and select regional methods depending on country. Rise is TTP's primary recommended rail for fast cross-border settlement. Method availability varies by jurisdiction.
Does TTP charge payout fees?
TTP does not charge a payout fee on the standard methods. However, third-party processor fees (bank correspondent fees on SWIFT wires, network fees on crypto, Rise platform fees) may apply depending on rail. Net amount received always equals approved payout minus third-party costs.
Where can I see TTP payout proof?
Trustpilot (4.3/5 across approximately 737 verified reviews as of May 2026), TTP's own Hall of Fame featuring named top earners like Ko ($80K+) and Amit ($17K+), and payout-proof posts on prop firm review sites. Cross-reference firm-published totals ($4M+ cumulative) with independent community reports.
Are payouts taxable?
Yes — taxable income wherever you live. TTP payouts are typically characterized as self-employment / business income rather than capital gains because they're performance fees on simulated trading. UK: HMRC self-employment. India: business income under ITR-3. EU: per-country rules. Consult a local tax professional.
News, EA, Hedging, HFT & Copy Trading
12 answersIs news trading allowed on TTP?
Restricted on larger CFD accounts. News trading is NOT permitted on $100K and $200K CFD accounts during Challenge or Earning phases within a 2-minute window before or after high-impact news releases. Smaller accounts have more flexibility. Pending orders placed outside the 2-minute window are allowed even if they fill near the event.
What counts as a high-impact news event?
Tier-1 economic releases tracked by major calendars — NFP, CPI, FOMC rate decisions, central bank meetings (FOMC/ECB/BoE/BoJ), GDP releases, and similar red-flag events on ForexFactory or Investing.com calendar. TTP publishes the exact event list in its trader portal.
Is scalping allowed on TTP?
Yes, scalping is allowed across CFD and Futures Prime. However high-frequency trading (HFT) using tick-arbitrage, latency arbitrage, or commercial bot signals is prohibited. Manual scalping and personal-strategy EAs running on MT4, MT5, or cTrader (and cBots) are fully permitted within rule limits.
Is HFT trading allowed?
No. High-frequency trading using latency arbitrage, reverse arbitrage, tick scalping with millisecond holding periods, or emulator software is prohibited. TTP defines HFT narrowly around exploitative latency strategies — normal fast manual scalping and standard EA execution remain allowed.
Are Expert Advisors (EAs) allowed?
Yes — personal EAs running unique strategies are permitted on MT4, MT5, and cTrader (cBots). Prohibited EA behavior includes copying other people's signals, tick-scalping, latency/reverse/hedge arbitrage, and emulator-based exploits. Mass-distributed commercial bots with identical trade patterns across thousands of accounts are not allowed.
Is hedging allowed on TTP?
Yes within the same account for risk management — opposing positions on the same instrument in one account is fine. Hedging arbitrage (exploiting price differences between markets) and hedging between two different TTP accounts (one buy + one sell across paired accounts) is strictly prohibited.
What is hedge arbitrage and why is it banned?
Hedge arbitrage means opening offsetting buy and sell positions across two different prop firm accounts to guarantee one wins. TTP detects and reverses this — the strategy abuses the asymmetric payout structure (firm pays the winner; loser just fails the eval). It's the most common ban-trigger across all prop firms.
Is copy trading allowed on TTP?
Manual or automated copy trading is allowed between your OWN accounts (up to 5 accounts running the same strategy). Copying trades from external individuals, paid signal services, or any source not personally owned is strictly prohibited. Beyond 5 self-owned copies, additional account upgrades may be denied.
Can I copy signals from a paid Telegram channel?
No. Copying trades from third-party signal providers, Telegram channels, Discord rooms, or commercial signal services is prohibited even if you pay for the subscription. TTP's policy targets the originality of the strategy — copied signals do not represent your own trading edge.
Is martingale or grid trading allowed?
Standard martingale and grid strategies are technically not banned by name on TTP, but they often breach drawdown rules during losing streaks. The bigger restriction is on EA-based grid systems with identical patterns across accounts. Discretionary martingale on a single account within drawdown limits is permissible.
Can I trade overnight and over the weekend?
Overnight (holding through one daily close) is generally allowed on CFD accounts within drawdown limits. Weekend holding rules vary by program — some require flat-by-Friday, some allow holding. Verify your specific plan's weekend rule before swing trading. Futures Prime has stricter overnight rules due to settlement cycles.
How does TTP detect rule violations?
Automated trade analytics monitor latency patterns, identical-trade correlation across accounts (copy detection), news-event timestamps, and EA behavioral signatures. Manual review handles disputed cases. Most violations trigger automatic disqualification; appeals via support are possible but rare.
Automation & PickMyTrade
13 answersCan I trade TTP automated alerts from TradingView?
Yes for Futures Prime only — PickMyTrade routes TradingView webhook alerts to TTP Futures Prime accounts via Tradovate (PMT-native). PickMyTrade cannot connect to The Trading Pit CFD accounts as PMT does not currently support MT4, MT5, or cTrader. For The Trading Pit Futures Prime accounts, PickMyTrade connects via Tradovate. Tradovate is the only PMT-automatable path for TTP.
How does PickMyTrade connect to TTP futures?
PMT connects to TTP Futures Prime via Tradovate, which is one of the platforms TTP issues to funded partners. You add your TTP Tradovate credentials in the PMT dashboard, link a TradingView Pine Script alert, and PMT translates webhooks into market/limit orders on the TTP simulated futures account. Tradovate is the PMT-native futures path. check pickmytrade.io for current pricing.
Can PickMyTrade connect to TTP CFD accounts?
No. PickMyTrade cannot connect to The Trading Pit CFD accounts as PMT does not currently support MT4, MT5, or cTrader. TTP's CFD division uses MT4, MT5, and cTrader platforms — none of which PMT routes to. For The Trading Pit Futures Prime accounts, PickMyTrade connects via Tradovate. If you want to automate TTP, select a Futures Prime account.
Can PickMyTrade route to TTP MT4 or MT5 accounts?
No. PickMyTrade does not support MT4, MT5, or cTrader as routing destinations. TTP CFD division accounts (MT4/MT5/cTrader) cannot be automated via PMT. For futures automation, PMT routes directly via Tradovate — the PMT-native Futures Prime path.
What does PickMyTrade cost for TTP automation?
check pickmytrade.io for current pricing for unlimited TradingView alerts, unlimited supported broker accounts, and 9+ broker integrations. No per-trade fees, no per-account fees. Run multiple TTP Futures Prime accounts and other prop firms simultaneously on the same PMT subscription.
Does PickMyTrade work with Pine Script strategies?
Yes. Any TradingView Pine Script that fires alerts can be wired to PickMyTrade. Use the Generate Alert feature in your Pine Script strategy or indicator and point the webhook to your PMT URL. PMT translates the alert payload into a TTP Futures Prime order — entry, stop loss, take profit, position size scaling, partial exits — and delivers it to the TTP Futures Prime Tradovate account in real time.
Can PMT manage stop loss and take profit on TTP?
Yes. PickMyTrade's alert syntax supports SL/TP attached to the entry order, plus trailing stops and break-even moves. On TTP Futures Prime via Tradovate, brackets attach natively to the simulated futures position.
Does PMT support position sizing relative to TTP account size?
Yes. Set fixed contracts/lots per alert, percent-of-equity sizing, or fixed-dollar-risk sizing in the PMT alert payload. PMT calculates the correct contract count or lot size on the fly based on your live TTP account balance — useful for staying inside daily drawdown limits.
Can I run multiple TTP accounts on one PMT subscription?
Yes. The check pickmytrade.io for current pricing covers as many TTP Futures Prime accounts as you operate, mixed with other prop firms. One TradingView alert can fan out to multiple TTP Futures Prime Tradovate accounts plus other broker destinations simultaneously. Note that TTP CFD accounts (MT4/MT5/cTrader) cannot be connected to PMT.
Is automation allowed by TTP's rules?
Yes — personal automated strategies running your own edge are permitted on Tradovate, NinjaTrader, TradingView, and the other supported Futures Prime platforms. PickMyTrade fits within this rule because each PMT-routed alert represents your own Pine Script strategy, not a copied commercial signal. The HFT/arbitrage and commercial-bot prohibitions still apply.
Does PMT run a VPS for me?
PickMyTrade is cloud-hosted — your alerts flow through PMT's servers, so you do not need to maintain a personal VPS. The PMT-to-broker connection runs 24/7 from PMT's infrastructure. This is a key cost advantage versus running an EA on a paid VPS. Check pickmytrade.io for current PMT pricing.
Does PickMyTrade support Trading Time settings for TTP?
Yes. PickMyTrade includes a Trading Time feature available on the Tradovate connection used for TTP Futures Prime. 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/
For Tradovate connections, PickMyTrade additionally integrates with ForexFactory to automatically pause trading before and after scheduled news events — it can close open positions and cancel pending limit/stop orders during news windows. Tradovate Trading Time guide: https://docs.pickmytrade.trade/docs/trading-time-settings/
For Tradovate connections, PickMyTrade additionally integrates with ForexFactory to automatically pause trading before and after scheduled news events — it can close open positions and cancel pending limit/stop orders during news windows. Tradovate Trading Time guide: https://docs.pickmytrade.trade/docs/trading-time-settings/
Does PickMyTrade support a Manual Trade Copier for TTP?
The Manual Trade Copier is available for TTP Futures Prime (Tradovate) connections only. PickMyTrade cannot connect to TTP CFD accounts (MT4/MT5/cTrader), so the Manual Trade Copier is not applicable for CFD accounts. If you connect TTP Futures Prime via Tradovate in PMT, you can use the Manual Trade Copier to replicate manual futures trades across multiple TTP Futures Prime accounts.
Trading Platforms
4 answersWhat forex platforms does TTP support?
For CFD/forex trading, TTP supports MT4, MT5, and cTrader — all three MetaQuotes/Spotware standards are in the current stack. None of these are PMT-compatible — PickMyTrade does not route to MT4, MT5, or cTrader. TTP CFD accounts cannot be automated via PMT. For TTP automation, use a Futures Prime account (Tradovate). The published 24-month roadmap targets 30 platforms and 20 brokers total.
What futures platforms does TTP support?
Futures Prime supports a full stack of futures platforms: Tradovate, NinjaTrader, TradingView, ATAS, Quantower, Volsys, and R-Trader (R Trader Pro). Data feeds come from Rithmic, Tradovate, and dxFeed depending on plan. Rithmic delivers direct 5-15ms CME/CBOT/NYMEX/COMEX feeds — TTP pays for live data on funded accounts. PickMyTrade routes TradingView alerts to TTP Futures Prime via the Tradovate connection.
Does TTP support MT4?
Yes — MT4 IS supported on TTP's CFD product alongside MT5 and cTrader. Traders using legacy MT4 indicators or EAs can run them on a TTP CFD challenge without porting code. Note that PickMyTrade does not route to MT4, MT5, or cTrader — TTP CFD accounts cannot be automated via PMT. For PMT automation, use a TTP Futures Prime account (Tradovate).
Does TTP support DXtrade?
Not as a primary platform. TTP's published CFD platform list centers on MT4, MT5, and cTrader; futures runs on Tradovate / NinjaTrader / TradingView / ATAS / Quantower / Volsys / R-Trader. The 30-platform / 20-broker expansion may add DXtrade or others over the 24-month roadmap — verify current availability before assuming.
Resets, Refunds & KYC
6 answersDoes TTP offer a free trial?
No free challenge — every evaluation requires the entry fee. However, TTP refunds the challenge fee on funded accounts after a qualifying number of payouts on certain plans (verify per-plan refund rules). Effectively this makes successful evaluations free in retrospect.
Does TTP offer a refund?
On certain plans, the original challenge fee is refunded after a milestone — typically returned alongside an early payout or after a defined number of profitable months. Failed challenges are not refundable. Verify the refund mechanic for each specific plan at checkout.
How do challenge resets work?
If you breach drawdown but don't want to buy a fresh challenge, TTP offers a paid reset (typically 30-50% of the original fee) that wipes the account and restarts the challenge from zero. Resets preserve discount-code pricing and avoid re-entering KYC. Check eligibility per plan.
Can I get a refund on a losing challenge?
No. Once a challenge is breached or failed, the entry fee is not refunded. Instead, use a paid reset to restart, or purchase a new challenge. This is standard across the prop industry — the entry fee compensates the firm for processing, data feeds, and the operational cost of running the simulated account.
What is the KYC verification process?
After passing the evaluation, submit a government ID (passport or national ID), a proof-of-address document under 3 months old (utility bill or bank statement), and a selfie verification. Approval typically takes 24-72 hours. KYC is mandatory before any payout is released — start the process early.
How long does KYC take?
Most KYC submissions clear in 1-3 business days. Backlog times around major promo events (Black Friday) can extend to 5-7 days. Clean documents (clear photos, recent dates, matching name on all forms) speed approval. Reapply quickly if rejected — usually a document quality issue, not eligibility.
Comparisons & Miscellaneous
15 answersThe Trading Pit vs FTMO — which is better?
FTMO is the oldest and largest prop with the deepest brand recognition (founded 2015, Czech Republic). TTP is Liechtenstein-domiciled and forms part of the Pinorena Capital group (sister to regulated broker Tickmill), with broader futures coverage via Tradovate/NinjaTrader/Rithmic. FTMO leads on scale and stability; TTP leads on jurisdiction transparency and futures integration.
The Trading Pit vs FundedNext — which is better?
FundedNext is the high-volume challenger with multiple plan variants and an aggressive marketing push. TTP runs fewer SKUs but stronger institutional backing (part of Pinorena Capital, sister company to regulated broker Tickmill). FundedNext wins on plan variety; TTP wins on jurisdiction credibility and futures depth.
The Trading Pit vs FundingPips — which is better?
FundingPips runs lean fees and rapid 1-step models. TTP runs a more comprehensive ecosystem (CFD + Futures + scaling to $5M). FundingPips suits traders chasing cheap entry and fast funding; TTP suits traders who want longer-term partnership and futures access alongside forex.
The Trading Pit vs The5%ers — which is better?
The5%ers offers an instant-funding-style high-stakes path plus traditional evaluations. TTP runs only evaluations but with broker-grade infrastructure and Liechtenstein domicile. The5%ers wins on no-eval funding options; TTP wins on regulated-broker pedigree and futures coverage.
Should I run TTP alongside other prop firms with PMT?
Yes — common multi-firm strategy. PickMyTrade broadcasts a single TradingView alert to TTP Futures Prime (via Tradovate) + Apex / Topstep / MyFundedFutures simultaneously. Multi-firm diversification reduces single-firm risk (rule changes, outages, payout disputes) and grows total funded capital without extra effort. Note: TTP CFD accounts cannot be connected to PMT.
Can I trade TTP on mobile?
Yes for CFD — MT5 mobile and cTrader mobile both have iOS/Android apps fully compatible with TTP CFD accounts. Futures Prime mobile depends on platform: NinjaTrader Mobile has limited features, TradingView mobile works well. PickMyTrade automation removes the need for active mobile screen time.
Does TTP have a Discord community?
Yes — TTP runs an official Discord server linked from thetradingpit.com. Active channels cover rule discussion, payout celebrations, plan questions, and platform support. Unofficial third-party trader-community Discords also discuss TTP performance frequently.
Is The Trading Pit good for beginners?
Acceptable but not ideal. TTP's rule set (consistency, news restrictions on $100K+ CFDs, daily drawdown reset mechanics) requires careful planning. Beginners should start at the smallest size ($10K-$25K), pick CFD Standard 2-step for the gentlest pace, and practice on a demo before evaluation.
What are common reasons TTP traders fail?
Breaching daily drawdown via overleveraged single trades, violating the 40% consistency rule (Futures and Stocks challenges) with one big win, trading high-impact news on a $100K+ CFD account, running prohibited commercial bots, and not respecting the minimum trading-day requirement (3 days for Futures, 5 days for CFD). Most failures are rule-mechanics issues, not strategy failures.
How big can my TTP funded account grow?
On the CFD side, up to 4 concurrent funded accounts totaling $400K combined. On the scaling hedge-fund track, allocated capital can reach $5,000,000 across the multi-level partnership progression. The $5M figure represents the firm's institutional capital backstop, not a guaranteed allocation.
Why is The Trading Pit different from other prop firms?
Three differentiators: Liechtenstein jurisdiction (EEA-adjacent, broker-grade transparency); group structure (TTP forms part of Pinorena Capital, the fintech group founded by Illimar Mattus, with regulated forex broker Tickmill as a sister company under the same Pinorena umbrella); and dual CFD + Futures coverage with scaling to $5M backed by Pinorena's institutional balance sheet.
Are crypto-CFDs available?
Yes — crypto-CFDs are part of TTP's CFD instrument list alongside forex pairs, indices, commodities, and stocks. Crypto leverage and weekend trading hours follow standard CFD broker conventions. The CFD challenge counts crypto trades toward the same profit target and consistency rule as forex trades.
Are stocks and indices CFDs allowed?
Yes. Stock CFDs and index CFDs are part of the CFD instrument coverage. Indices (US30, NAS100, SPX500, DAX, etc.) are popular instruments among TTP traders. Watch for stock-CFD news-trading restrictions around earnings releases on individual tickers.
Does TTP support Islamic / swap-free accounts?
Yes — Islamic (swap-free) accounts are available on CFD evaluations and funded accounts in jurisdictions where required. Apply through the trader portal after KYC. Swap-free conversion does not change drawdown rules, profit targets, or split percentages — just removes overnight swap fees on supported instruments.
How do I contact TTP support?
Support runs through support.thetradingpit.com (knowledge base + ticket system), live chat on the main website during EU business hours, and email. Discord community is unofficial but active. Response time for tickets is 24-48 hours; live chat is near-instant during EU hours.
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This FAQ is for informational and educational purposes only and is not financial, legal, or tax advice. The Trading Pit rule references are compiled from thetradingpit.com, support.thetradingpit.com, the official TTP trader agreement, Trustpilot reviews (approximately 737 verified reviews, 4.3/5 as of May 2026), independent reviews on ProTradingVibes, BestPropFirms, QuantVPS, MyPropGenius, JoinProp, FuturesPropTrading, TradersUnion, H2T Funding, TradingPilot, and our work helping traders automate TTP Futures Prime (via Tradovate) and cTrader CFD accounts via PickMyTrade. The Trading Pit updates rules — verify directly on the official help center before purchase.
The Trading Pit was co-founded by Illimar Mattus and Christoph Radecker; the company was established in 2021 with commercial operations commencing in 2022 (Radecker departed in May 2024). TTP forms part of Pinorena Capital, the fintech group founded by Mattus; Tickmill is a sister company under the same Pinorena umbrella, not TTP's parent. TTP is multi-asset: CFDs on MT4, MT5, and cTrader; futures on Tradovate / NinjaTrader / TradingView / ATAS / Quantower / Volsys / R-Trader with Rithmic, Tradovate, and dxFeed data. Rules differ between products — drawdown style (static maximum on CFD Prime; trailing-to-starting-balance on Futures Prime; trailing on Classic), daily-drawdown reset at 00:00 server time (Liechtenstein) for CFD, news rules (2-minute high-impact restriction on $100K+ CFDs), hedging permission (same-account only), and the 40% consistency rule which applies to Futures and Stocks challenges only (not CFD, not Earning Accounts). This page covers the current CFD Standard / Pro / Aggressive variants, Futures Prime ($50K $99 / $100K $189 / $150K $289), and the scaling path to $5,000,000 of allocated capital.
Recent 2025-2026 changes: first-payout requirement on Futures Prime moved to 5 profitable days at $200+ for accounts opened after July 7, 2025 (older accounts: 10 days); daily pause turned OFF on Futures Prime accounts created after March 6, 2026; static maximum drawdown on CFD Prime through Earning Phase; EUR 10 million growth funding round (Nov 2022 press release) targeting 30 platforms and 20 brokers over a 24-month roadmap; cumulative payouts crossing $4M+; Trustpilot rating 4.3/5 across approximately 737 reviews.
PickMyTrade is an automation bridge. PickMyTrade is not a broker, not a prop firm, and not affiliated with The Trading Pit. PMT does not hold customer funds, does not place trades without your alert, and does not guarantee trade outcomes. PMT supports TTP Futures Prime via Tradovate (PMT-native path). PMT does not route to MT4, MT5, cTrader, or DXtrade accounts — TTP CFD accounts cannot be connected to PMT.
Past performance does not predict future results. Prop firm trading carries a real risk of loss. The Trading Pit accounts are simulated assessment programs. Consult a licensed financial advisor and a tax professional before trading.
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Last updated: May 2026.