Topstep Rule Changes

 - Unfair technology — using software, AI, ultra-high speed systems, or mass data entry to gain an unfair advantage
 - Trading inconsistent with real futures markets — or in a way that creates financial risk for Topstep
 - Exploiting platform deficiencies — using instruments or methods that misuse bugs, errors, or deficiencies in the platform
 - Circumventing geographical or technical restrictions
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 - Any other conduct that Topstep determines, at its sole discretion, is uncommercial, games the market, is not a viable strategy, or is not responsible trading
 - Do not use a VPN. VPNs, proxy services, TOR, geo-location obfuscation, and other identity-masking services are not permitted at Topstep. If you see an Error 403 Forbidden message, disable your VPN or proxy and try again.
 Trading with friends & family is part of the Ultimate Trading Experience
 Just keep it by the book — no coordinated group trading, no account-sharing, no single-account rule workarounds.
 Who is the Trust Team?
 The Trust Team protects the integrity of the program. If your conduct is called into question, they're who you'll hear from.

 - Unfair technology — using software, AI, ultra-high speed systems, or mass data entry to gain an unfair advantage
 - Trading inconsistent with real futures markets — or in a way that creates financial risk for Topstep
 - Unjustified chargebacks — filing a dispute against a payment to Topstep. Learn more here.
 - Exploiting platform deficiencies — using instruments or methods that misuse bugs, errors, or deficiencies in the platform
 - Circumventing geographical or technical restrictions
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 - Any other conduct that Topstep determines, at its sole discretion, is uncommercial, games the market, is not a viable strategy, or is not responsible trading
 - Do not use a VPN. VPNs, proxy services, TOR, geo-location obfuscation, and other identity-masking services are not permitted at Topstep. If you see an Error 403 Forbidden message, disable your VPN or proxy and try again.
 Prohibited Conduct regarding Trader Profiles:
 - Harmful, offensive, illegal, or sexual content
 - Personal Data or misleading claims
 - Unauthorized names, trademarks, or third-party content
 - Advertising, scams, or attempts to evade moderation
 - Notice that Profile Content may undergo automated screening and moderation, which may result in profile suspension or deactivation
 🤝 Trading with friends & family is part of the Ultimate Trading Experience. Just keep it by the book — no coordinated group trading, no account-sharing, no single-account rule workarounds.
 Who is the Trust Team?
 The Trust Team protects the integrity of the program. If your conduct is called into question, they're who you'll hear from.

 Close background programs & refresh your browser
 Close anything not needed while trading. Try refreshing your browser.
 Recommended browser: Google Chrome. DuckDuckGo is not supported.
 Note: Topstep does not offer courtesy adjustments for connectivity issues. Internet instability is outside Topstep’s control and responsibility.
 💻 Login Issues

 Close background programs & refresh your browser
 Close anything not needed while trading. Try refreshing your browser.
 Supported Browsers
 Desktop Browser | Fully supported
 Chrome | 149 or newer
 Edge | 149 or newer
 Firefox | 152 or newer
 Safari (on a Mac) | 17, 18, or 26
 Mobile Browser | Fully supported
 iPhone or iPad — any browser (Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge) | iOS 17, 18, or 26
 Chrome on Android | 149 or newer
 👉 Recommended browser: Google Chrome.
 Note: Topstep does not offer courtesy adjustments for connectivity issues. Internet instability is outside Topstep’s control and responsibility.
 💻 Login Issues

 - Trades impacted by economic releases are not eligible for exceptions or Reset credits
 - Results are your responsibility — full stop
 - To reduce slippage risk: cut your position size, use limit orders, or avoid trading the event entirely
 ⚠️ You own the outcome. Trade accordingly.
 FAQs
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 Rapid price movement and low liquidity make it hard to fill orders at your expected price. The bigger the release, the more pronounced the slippage risk.
 How can I minimize slippage?
 Monitor economic calendars so you know what's coming. Reduce position sizes during volatile events. Use limit orders instead of market orders. Or sit it out — sometimes that's the best trade.
 Does Topstep adjust accounts for slippage losses?
 No. Slippage is a normal market condition. Topstep doesn't make account adjustments for losses attributable to it.

 - Trades impacted by economic releases are not eligible for exceptions or Reset credits
 - Results are your responsibility — full stop
 - To reduce slippage risk: cut your position size, use limit orders, or avoid trading the event entirely.
 ⚠️ You own the outcome. Trade accordingly.
 FAQs
· · ·
 Rapid price movement and low liquidity make it hard to fill orders at your expected price. The bigger the release, the more pronounced the slippage risk.
 How can I minimize slippage?
 Monitor economic calendars so you know what's coming. Reduce position sizes during volatile events. Use limit orders instead of market orders. Or sit it out — sometimes that's the best trade. Check out the Risk Adjustments: High Risk/High Volatility article to learn more.
 Does Topstep adjust accounts for slippage losses?
 No. Slippage is a normal market condition. Topstep doesn't make account adjustments for losses attributable to it.

 Max Loss Limit | $1,000 (static, non-trailing 🔥)
 Max Contracts | 2 mini / 20 micro
 Consistency Target | 50%
 Daily Loss Limit (DLL) | Mandatory $500
 Funded Activation Fee | Free
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 Max Loss Limit | $10,000 Trailing End of Day
 Max Contracts | 25 mini / 250 micro
 Consistency Target | 50%
 Daily Loss Limit (DLL) | Mandatory $5,000
 Price | $499 one-time — no subscription. 90 Day expiration.

 Max Loss Limit | $1,000 (static, non-trailing 🔥)
 Max Contracts | 2 mini / 20 micro
 Consistency Target | 55%
 Daily Loss Limit (DLL) | Mandatory $500
 Funded Activation Fee | Free
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 Max Loss Limit | $10,000 Trailing End of Day
 Max Contracts | 25 mini / 250 micro
 Consistency Target | 55%
 Daily Loss Limit (DLL) | Mandatory $5,000
 Price | $499 one-time — no subscription. 90 Day expiration.

 Consistency rules exist because big spike days don't build funded traders. Sustainable habits do. Here's how the Consistency rules work in the Trading Combine® and the Express Funded Account®.
 Trading Combine — Consistency Target (50%)
 Your single best day of profit must stay at or below 50% of your Profit Target. If it exceeds that, your Profit Target increases. You'll need to earn more to pass.
 Formula: Best Day Profit ÷ Total Profit = Best Day %
 Best Day Recommendations (stay below these to avoid a Profit Target increase):
 Account Size | Profit Target | Best Day Recommendation
 $50K | $3,000 | Less than $1,500
 $100K | $6,000 | Less than $3,000
 $150K | $9,000 | Less than $4,500
 Example: $1,200 best day ÷ $2,800 total profit = 43% ✅ — Consistency Target met.
 There's a small backend buffer for market fluctuations — you don't need to hit numbers to the penny. You can pass in as few as 2 days, as long as no single day exceeds 50% of your total profit and your Profit Target is met.
 ⚠️ Losses do not reset your best day. The Consistency Target applies regardless of your current account balance.
 How does the Best Day lock in?
 Your best day updates throughout the session as your P&L moves. At 3:10 PM CT, that day's value locks into your trading history and cannot be changed. A future day becomes your new best day if it exceeds the previous one and locks at 3:10 PM CT on its own day.
 What happens if I have a losing day?
 Losses don't reset your best day. If your best day is $1,500 but a losing day brings your total profit down to $1,000, your best day is still $1,500.
 To find your new Profit Target: Best Day ÷ 0.50 = Total Profit Needed.
 Example: $1,500 best day ÷ 0.50 = $3,000 Profit Target. You need to recover losses and reach $3,000 without letting any single day exceed $1,500. If your next day earns $2,000, your best day becomes $2,000 and your new Profit Target becomes $4,000.
 Can I fix a Consistency violation by trading more on the same day?
 No. If your best day was set during the current trading session (before 3:10 PM CT), any additional profit you earn today adds directly to that best day total — which raises your adjusted Profit Target even further.
 To resolve a Consistency Target violation, the remaining profit must be earned on a separate trading day, after the market close of the session in which your best day was set.
 Example: Your best day is $1,800 (set today, session still open). Your adjusted Profit Target is $3,600. Trading more today to earn the remaining $1,800 will not work — every dollar you earn today increases your best day total, which keeps raising the target.
 Can I keep trading after hitting my Best Day Recommendation?
 Yes, but exceeding it increases your Profit Target and makes the Trading Combine harder to pass.
 💡 Tip: On TopstepX™, you can set a Personal Daily Profit Target to lock in your gains before exceeding the Consistency Target. Go to Settings, then Risk Settings, set your dollar amount and action (Do Nothing, Liquidate, or Liquidate and Block), then save. Read more or watch the video.
 Express Funded Account Consistency — Consistency Objective (40%)

 Consistency rules exist because big spike days don't build funded traders. Sustainable habits do. Here's how the Consistency rules work in the Trading Combine® and the Express Funded Account®.
 Trading Combine — Consistency Target (55%)
 Your single best day of profit must stay at or below 55% of your Profit Target. If it exceeds that, your Profit Target increases. You'll need to earn more to pass.
 Formula: Best Day Profit ÷ Total Profit = Best Day %
 Best Day Recommendations (stay below these to avoid a Profit Target increase):
 Account Size | Profit Target | Best Day Recommendation
 $50K | $3,000 | Less than $1,650
 $100K | $6,000 | Less than $3,300
 $150K | $9,000 | Less than $4,950
 Example: $50K account: $1,600 best day ÷ $3,000 total profit = 53% ✅ — Consistency Target met.
 55% is a hard line. It is not rounded, and there is no buffer. You can pass in as few as 2 days, as long as no single day exceeds 55% of your total profit and your Profit Target is met.
 ⚠️ Losses do not reset your best day. The Consistency Target applies regardless of your current account balance.
 How does the Best Day lock in?
 Your best day updates throughout the session as your P&L moves. At 3:10 PM CT, that day's value locks into your trading history and cannot be changed. A future day becomes your new best day if it exceeds the previous one and locks at 3:10 PM CT on its own day.
 What happens if I have a losing day?
 Losses don't reset your best day. If your best day is $1,650 but a losing day brings your total profit down to $1,000, your best day is still $1,650.
 To find your new Profit Target: Best Day ÷ 0.55 = Total Profit Needed.
 Example: On a $50K account, a $1,650 best day ÷ 0.55 = a $3,000 Profit Target. You need to recover losses and reach $3,000 without letting any single day exceed $1,650. If your next day earns $2,200, your best day becomes $2,200 and your new Profit Target becomes $4,000.
 Can I fix a Consistency violation by trading more on the same day?
 No. If your best day was set during the current trading session (before 3:10 PM CT), any additional profit you earn today adds directly to that best day total — which raises your adjusted Profit Target even further.
 To resolve a Consistency Target violation, the remaining profit must be earned on a separate trading day, after the market close of the session in which your best day was set.
 Example: You're in a $50K Trading Combine with a $3,000 Profit Target. Your best day is $2,200 (set today, session still open), so your adjusted Profit Target is $4,000. Trading more today to earn the remaining $1,800 will not work. Every dollar you earn today increases your best day total, which keeps raising the target.
 Can I keep trading after hitting my Best Day Recommendation?
 Yes, but exceeding it increases your Profit Target and makes the Trading Combine harder to pass.
 What happened to the buffer?
 There is no buffer. 55% is the hard limit. The old buffer was quiet padding on top of a 50% target. Now the number you see is the number that counts, so there's nothing hidden to account for.
 💡 Tip: On TopstepX™, you can set a Personal Daily Profit Target to lock in your gains before exceeding the Consistency Target. Go to Settings, then Risk Settings, set your dollar amount and action (Do Nothing, Liquidate, or Liquidate and Block), then save. Read more or watch the video.
 Express Funded Account Consistency — Consistency Objective (40%)

 Objectives
 - Reach and maintain your Profit Target
 - Meet the Consistency Target — your best single day should stay below 50% of your Profit Target to avoid increasing your Consistency Target.
 Maximum Position Size
 The maximum number of contracts you can hold open at one time, per account. Micros and minis count at a 10:1 ratio.
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 No. Level 1 (Top of Book) live data is included in your Topstep membership at no extra cost. Level 2 (Depth of Market) is available as an upgrade for DOM or Ladder traders. See Level 1 and Level 2 Market Data for details.
 Can I pass the Trading Combine in one day?
 No. Big spike days don't build funded traders, consistency does. You can pass in as few as two days, but keep your best day below 50% of your Profit Target.
 What happens after I pass?
 What happens after I pass?

 Objectives
 - Reach and maintain your Profit Target
 - Meet the Consistency Target — your best single day should stay below 55% of your Profit Target to avoid increasing your Consistency Target.
 Maximum Position Size
 The maximum number of contracts you can hold open at one time, per account. Micros and minis count at a 10:1 ratio.
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 No. Level 1 (Top of Book) live data is included in your Topstep membership at no extra cost. Level 2 (Depth of Market) is available as an upgrade for DOM or Ladder traders. See Level 1 and Level 2 Market Data for details.
 Can I pass the Trading Combine in one day?
 No. Big spike days don't build funded traders, consistency does. You can pass in as few as two days, but keep your best day below 55% of your Profit Target.
 What happens after I pass?
 What happens after I pass?

 Objectives:
 - Reach and maintain the Profit Target
 - Consistency Target: best trading day must stay below 50% of total profits
 Rule:
 - Do not let your Account Balance hit or exceed the Maximum Loss Limit (MLL)

 Objectives:
 - Reach and maintain the Profit Target
 - Consistency Target: best trading day must stay below 55% of total profits
 Rule:
 - Do not let your Account Balance hit or exceed the Maximum Loss Limit (MLL)

 - Micros (MES, M2K, MYM, MNQ, MGC, SIL, MHG): Opening transactions limited to 1, 3, 6, 9, and 15 contracts for the $25K, $50K, $100K, $150K, and $250K account sizes, respectively, during the window (see table below)
 - Non-equity or metal products (energies, rates, FX, etc.) are unaffected.
 - Existing positions: You may continue to hold and manage existing positions opened before the window started; the restriction only applies to new opening transactions during the 10-minute window.
 - Pending orders: Pending orders are not open positions. They will not fill during the 10-minute window, and new pending orders intended to execute during this timeframe cannot be placed.
 - How you'll be alerted: we'll email you and you'll see a banner at the top of the platform, so you're always prepared.

 - Micros (MES, M2K, MYM, MNQ, MGC, SIL, MHG): Opening transactions limited to 1, 3, 6, 9, and 15 contracts for the $25K, $50K, $100K, $150K, and $250K account sizes, respectively, during the window (see table below)
 - Non-equity or metal products (energies, rates, FX, etc.) are unaffected.
 - Existing Positions: Traders holding existing positions in Metals (GC, SI, HG, PL) prior to 7:25 AM CT may keep them open and manage them through the CPI window. TopstepX™ automatically enforces these limits, so no manual adjustment is required for existing trades.
 - Pending orders: Pending orders are not open positions. They will not fill during the 10-minute window, and new pending orders intended to execute during this timeframe cannot be placed.
 - How you'll be alerted: we'll email you and you'll see a banner at the top of the platform, so you're always prepared.

 After the Payout | — | Account closes out. One and done.
 Purchase Limit | 5 per Trader | —
 *See more information regarding contract limits here.
 👉 For all Labs offerings, be sure to check the Risk Adjustments article to see how high-risk products and CPI restrictions may affect your account.

 After the Payout | — | Account closes out. One and done.
 Purchase Limit | 5 per Trader | —
 You can have up to 5 active Challenges in the Payout Round at one time. That’s separate from the 5 Express Funded Account (XFA) limit. There is no limit on how many Challenges you can have in the Challenge Round.
 *See more information regarding contract limits here.
 👉 For all Labs offerings, be sure to check the Risk Adjustments article to see how high-risk products and CPI restrictions may affect your account.

 Overview
 Eligibility is based on both citizenship and residency. OFAC sanctions and partner restrictions apply. Some countries can access Express Funded Accounts® (XFA) but not Live Funded Accounts® (LFA).
 Requirements
 - No US citizenship required

 Overview
 Eligibility is based on both citizenship and permanent residency. OFAC sanctions and partner restrictions apply. Some countries can access Express Funded Accounts® (XFA) but not Live Funded Accounts® (LFA).
 Requirements
 - No US citizenship required

 Your account becomes ineligible for funding until it's reset. The subscription does not cancel — it keeps rebilling, and you can still trade for practice. You'll get a Reset Credit when your Rebill processes.
 What happens if my subscription renewal payment fails?
 If a renewal payment fails, your subscription enters a retry period. The system will automatically attempt to process the charge two more times before the subscription is canceled.
 During this retry period, account Resets are temporarily disabled for that subscription. Resets will become available again as soon as your subscription payment successfully processes.
 Important: Subscription renewals process early on your rebill date. To avoid unexpected charges or losing the ability to Reset before your next billing cycle, we recommend completing any account Resets the day before your billing date.

 Your account becomes ineligible for funding until it's reset. The subscription does not cancel — it keeps rebilling, and you can still trade for practice. You'll get a Reset Credit when your Rebill processes.
 What happens if my subscription renewal payment fails?
 If a renewal payment fails, your subscription enters a retry period. The system will automatically attempt to process the charge two more times before the subscription is canceled. If you add a new card due to a failed renewal, please remember to update the affected subscription with your new card under the Subscriptions section of your Billing tab.
 During this retry period, account Resets are temporarily disabled for that subscription. Resets will become available again as soon as your subscription payment successfully processes.
 Important: Subscription renewals process early on your rebill date. To avoid unexpected charges or losing the ability to Reset before your next billing cycle, we recommend completing any account Resets the day before your billing date.

 🧪 Labs: Restricted Products
 - In the $25K Static Trading Combine, restricted products are set to a max contract size of 1 mini/10 micros.
 - In the $250K Trading Combine, restricted energies are set to a max contract size of 15 minis/150 micros. For SIL/MGH, 10 minis/100 micros. SI, HG, and PL are still 0.
 - In the $3K Challenge, you cannot trade MHG, MET, MBT, or SIL. Trading during CPI is also restricted to 0. Additionally, MGC and MCL is limited to 6 micros.
 - In the $1.5K Challenge, you cannot trade MHG, MET, MBT, or SIL. MGC/MCL are limited to 1. Trading during CPI is also restricted to 0.
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 CPI Release Restrictions
 Ahead of Consumer Price Index (CPI) releases, Topstep temporarily restricts new opening transactions on equity index products (ES, RTY, YM, NQ, NKD) in SIM to protect Traders from extreme volatility.
 - Minis (ES, RTY, YM, NQ, NKD): No new opening transactions permitted during the 10-minute window surrounding the release (5 minutes before, 5 minutes after).
 - Micros (MES, M2K, MYM, MNQ): Opening transactions limited to 1, 3, 6, 9, and 15 contracts for the $25K, $50K, $100K, $150K, and $250K account sizes, respectively, during the window (see table below)
 - Non-equity products (metals, energies, rates, FX, etc.) are unaffected.
 - Existing positions: You may continue to hold and manage existing positions opened before the window started; the restriction only applies to new opening transactions during the 10-minute window.
 - Pending orders: Pending orders are not open positions. They will not fill during the 10-minute window, and new pending orders intended to execute during this timeframe cannot be placed.

 🧪 Labs: Restricted Products
 - In the $25K Static Trading Combine, restricted products are set to a max contract size of 1 mini/10 micros.
 - In the $250K Trading Combine, restricted energies are set to a max contract size of 15 minis/150 micros. For SIL/MHG, 10 minis/100 micros. SI, HG, and PL are still 0.
 - In the $3K Challenge, you cannot trade MHG, MET, MBT, or SIL. Trading during CPI is also restricted to 0. Additionally, MGC and MCL is limited to 6 micros.
 - In the $1.5K Challenge, you cannot trade MHG, MET, MBT, or SIL. MGC/MCL are limited to 1. Trading during CPI is also restricted to 0.
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 CPI Release Restrictions
 Ahead of Consumer Price Index (CPI) releases, Topstep temporarily restricts new opening transactions on equity index products (ES, RTY, YM, NQ, NKD) in SIM to protect Traders from extreme volatility.
 - Minis (ES, RTY, YM, NQ, NKD, GC, SI, HG, PL): No new opening transactions permitted during the 10-minute window surrounding the release (5 minutes before, 5 minutes after).
 - Micros (MES, M2K, MYM, MNQ, MGC, SIL, MHG): Opening transactions limited to 1, 3, 6, 9, and 15 contracts for the $25K, $50K, $100K, $150K, and $250K account sizes, respectively, during the window (see table below)
 - Non-equity or metal products (energies, rates, FX, etc.) are unaffected.
 - Existing positions: You may continue to hold and manage existing positions opened before the window started; the restriction only applies to new opening transactions during the 10-minute window.
 - Pending orders: Pending orders are not open positions. They will not fill during the 10-minute window, and new pending orders intended to execute during this timeframe cannot be placed.

 Max Loss Limit | $500 (static, non-trailing 🔥) | $500 (static, non-trailing 🔥)
 Daily Loss Limit (DLL) | None | None
 Max Contracts | 2 micro (no minis) | 2 micro (no minis)
 Consistency Target | None | None
 Activation Fee | — | Free
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 After the Payout | — | Account closes out. One and done.
 Purchase Limit | 5 per Trader | —
 👉 For all Labs offerings, be sure to check the Risk Adjustments article to see how high-risk products and CPI restrictions may affect your account.
 Frequently Asked Questions
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 Can I buy more than one?
 Yes, you can purchase up to 5 $1.5K Challenges per Trader. Once you reach that limit, you cannot buy additional $1.5K Challenges, even if some of your accounts have closed.
 How does the account move from Challenge Round to Payout Round, and how do you earn a Payout?
 In the Challenge Round, you trade freely until you hit the $1,500 Profit Target. Once hit, trading is locked for that account and the account status is "passed". In the dashboard, you will then be able to activate the Payout Round, which will display as a new and separate account. Trade the Payout Round the same way, with the same rules. Upon hitting the $1,500 Profit Target, the Payout Round account will be locked for trading, and you'll see an option to request the $1,500 Payout in your dashboard. That's it!
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 Is there an expiration date?
 The account will expire and close after 90 days.
 Are there restricted products for the $1.5K Challenge?
 Yes. In the $1.5K Challenge, you cannot trade MHG, MET, MBT, or SIL. MGC/MCL are limited to 1. Trading during CPI is also restricted to 0. Learn more here.

 Max Loss Limit | $500 (static, non-trailing 🔥) | $500 (static, non-trailing 🔥)
 Daily Loss Limit (DLL) | None | None
 Max Contracts | 2 micro (no minis)* | 2 micro (no minis)*
 Consistency Target | None | None
 Activation Fee | — | Free
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 After the Payout | — | Account closes out. One and done.
 Purchase Limit | 5 per Trader | —
 *See more information regarding contract limits here.
 👉 For all Labs offerings, be sure to check the Risk Adjustments article to see how high-risk products and CPI restrictions may affect your account.
 Frequently Asked Questions
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 Can I buy more than one?
 Yes, you can purchase up to 5 $1.5K Challenges per Trader. Once you reach that limit, you cannot buy additional $1.5K Challenges, even if some of your accounts have closed.
 Are there restricted products for the $1.5K Challenge?
 Yes. In the $1.5K Challenge, you cannot trade MHG, MET, MBT, or SIL. MGC/MCL are limited to 1. Trading during CPI is also restricted to 0. Learn more here.
 How does the account move from Challenge Round to Payout Round, and how do you earn a Payout?
 In the Challenge Round, you trade freely until you hit the $1,500 Profit Target. Once hit, trading is locked for that account and the account status is "passed". In the dashboard, you will then be able to activate the Payout Round, which will display as a new and separate account. Trade the Payout Round the same way, with the same rules. Upon hitting the $1,500 Profit Target, the Payout Round account will be locked for trading, and you'll see an option to request the $1,500 Payout in your dashboard. That's it!
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 Is there an expiration date?
 The account will expire and close after 90 days.

 Request 50% of the account balance up to $5000* | Request 50% of the account balance up to $6,000*
 90/10 split | 90/10 split
 ⚠️ Note for traders who joined the new Topstep dashboard before January 12, 2026: You receive 100% of your first $10,000 in lifetime profits. After that, the 90/10 split applies.
 Payout caps by account size
 Max Payout per request: 50% of your account balance up to the cap below.

 Request 50% of the account balance up to $5000* | Request 50% of the account balance up to $6,000*
 90/10 split | 90/10 split
 ⚠️ Note for traders who joined the new Topstep dashboard before January 12, 2026: You receive 100% of your first $10,000 in lifetime profits. After that, the 90/10 split applies. Payouts from the Legacy dashboard do not contribute to the first $10K.
 Payout caps by account size
 Max Payout per request: 50% of your account balance up to the cap below.

 Metals Restriction | Gold (GC) = 3/6/9Micro Gold (MGC) = 30/60/90Silver (SI) = 0Micro Silver (SIL) = 2/4/6Copper (HG) = 0Micro Copper (MHG) = 2/4/6Platinum (PL) = 0 | Gold (GC) = 3/6/9Micro Gold (MGC) = 5/10/15Silver (SI) = 0Micro Silver (SIL) = 2/4/6Copper (HG) = 0Micro Copper (MHG) = 2/4/6Platinum (PL) = 0
 🧪 Labs: Restricted Products
 - For the $25K Static Trading Combine, restricted products are set to a max contract size of 1 mini/10 micros.
 - For the $250K Trading Combine, restricted energies are set to a max contract size of 15 minis/150 micros. For SIL/MGH, 10 minis/100 micros. SI, HG, and PL are still 0.
 - For the $3K Challenge, you cannot trade MHG, MET, MBT, or SIL. Trading during CPI is also restricted to 0. Additionally, MGC and MCL is limited to 6 micros.
 ⚠️ Please note: For Express Funded Accounts, position limits for restricted products have a ceiling of the contracts listed above (CL = 3/6/9, for example).
 However, a trader's actual limit may be lower depending on their current account balance, as the Scaling Plan applies independently. Learn more below. 👇

 Metals Restriction | Gold (GC) = 3/6/9Micro Gold (MGC) = 30/60/90Silver (SI) = 0Micro Silver (SIL) = 2/4/6Copper (HG) = 0Micro Copper (MHG) = 2/4/6Platinum (PL) = 0 | Gold (GC) = 3/6/9Micro Gold (MGC) = 5/10/15Silver (SI) = 0Micro Silver (SIL) = 2/4/6Copper (HG) = 0Micro Copper (MHG) = 2/4/6Platinum (PL) = 0
 🧪 Labs: Restricted Products
 - In the $25K Static Trading Combine, restricted products are set to a max contract size of 1 mini/10 micros.
 - In the $250K Trading Combine, restricted energies are set to a max contract size of 15 minis/150 micros. For SIL/MGH, 10 minis/100 micros. SI, HG, and PL are still 0.
 - In the $3K Challenge, you cannot trade MHG, MET, MBT, or SIL. Trading during CPI is also restricted to 0. Additionally, MGC and MCL is limited to 6 micros.
 - In the $1.5K Challenge, you cannot trade MHG, MET, MBT, or SIL. MGC/MCL are limited to 1. Trading during CPI is also restricted to 0.
 ⚠️ Please note: For Express Funded Accounts, position limits for restricted products have a ceiling of the contracts listed above (CL = 3/6/9, for example).
 However, a trader's actual limit may be lower depending on their current account balance, as the Scaling Plan applies independently. Learn more below. 👇

 - Sentiment shifts quickly; always factor in current market context like news and volatility
 Confirm Account Switching
 Ensure you’re trading the right account be turning on Confirm Account Switching.
 Settings —> Charts & Data —> Confirm Account Switching

 - Sentiment shifts quickly; always factor in current market context like news and volatility
 Confirm Account Switching
 Confirm Account Switching
 Ensure you’re trading the right account be turning on Confirm Account Switching.
 Settings —> Charts & Data —> Confirm Account Switching

 Topstep Labs Drops
 Check here for Topstep Labs offering details. Once something drops, we'll list it here.
 Initiative | Launch Date
 #001 - $25K Static Drawdown Trading Combine® | June 2026
 #002 - $250K Freedom Funded Trading Combine® | July 2026
 #003 - $3K Challenge | August 2026
 $25K Static Trading Combine Parameters
 The first program under Topstep Labs. A one-time-fee evaluation with $25,000 in buying power and a static Maximum Loss Limit — your drawdown floor never moves, so your effective room grows as your account does.
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 Price | $75 one-time — no subscription. 90 Day expiration.
 Resets | Not Available
 Accounts Available for Purchase | Quantities Limited
 Phase 2: Express Funded Account® (XFA)
 Parameter | Value
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 After the Payout | — | Account closes out. One and done.
 You can have up to 5 active Challenges in the Payout Round at one time. That’s separate from the 5 Express Funded Account (XFA) limit. There is no limit on how many Challenges you can have in the Challenge Round.
 👉 For all Labs offerings, be sure to check the Risk Adjustments article to see how high-risk products and CPI restrictions may affect your account.
 Frequently Asked Questions
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 Are there restricted products for the $3K Challenge?
 Yes. You cannot trade MHG, MET, MBT, or SIL. Trading during CPI is also restricted to 0. MGC and MCL is limited to 6 micros Learn more here.

 Topstep Labs Drops
 Check here for Topstep Labs offering details. Once something drops, we'll list it here.
 Labs Drop | Initiative | Launch Date
 #001 | $25K Static Drawdown Trading Combine® | June 2026
 #002 | $250K Freedom Funded Trading Combine® | July 2026
 #003 | $3K Challenge | August 2026
 #004 | $1.5K Challenge | September 2026
 $25K Static Trading Combine Parameters
 The first program under Topstep Labs. A one-time-fee evaluation with $25,000 in buying power and a static Maximum Loss Limit — your drawdown floor never moves, so your effective room grows as your account does.
· · ·
 Price | $75 one-time — no subscription. 90 Day expiration.
 Resets | Not Available
 Phase 2: Express Funded Account® (XFA)
 Parameter | Value
· · ·
 After the Payout | — | Account closes out. One and done.
 You can have up to 5 active Challenges in the Payout Round at one time. That’s separate from the 5 Express Funded Account (XFA) limit. There is no limit on how many Challenges you can have in the Challenge Round.
 $1.5K Challenge Parameters
 Make $1,500. Do it again. Keep $1,500. $39, one time. The $1.5K Challenge is a 2-round challenge with no Consistency Target and no Daily Loss Limit — just a static drawdown and a target. Clear the Challenge Round, advance to the Payout Round. Passing the Payout Round earns a fixed $1,500 Payout. Paid once. Then the account closes out.
 The $1,500 is a set Payout for finishing the Challenge. It isn't tied to your account balance, and there's no 90/10 split — you keep all $1,500.
 $1.5K Challenge Parameters
 Parameter | Challenge Round | Payout Round
 Starting Balance | $0 | $0
 Profit Target | $1,500 | $1,500
 Max Loss Limit | $500 (static, non-trailing 🔥) | $500 (static, non-trailing 🔥)
 Daily Loss Limit (DLL) | None | None
 Max Contracts | 2 micro (no minis) | 2 micro (no minis)
 Consistency Target | None | None
 Activation Fee | — | Free
 Path | — | Standard only
 Scaling Plan | — | None
 Resets | None | None
 Payout | None — passing advances you to the Payout Round | Fixed $1,500, paid one time. No 90/10 split.
 After the Payout | — | Account closes out. One and done.
 Purchase Limit | 5 per Trader | —
 👉 For all Labs offerings, be sure to check the Risk Adjustments article to see how high-risk products and CPI restrictions may affect your account.
 Frequently Asked Questions
· · ·
 Are there restricted products for the $3K Challenge?
 Yes. You cannot trade MHG, MET, MBT, or SIL. Trading during CPI is also restricted to 0. MGC and MCL is limited to 6 micros Learn more here.
 $1.5K Challenge
 How much does it cost?
 $39, one time. No Rebills, no Resets.
 Can I buy more than one?
 Yes, you can purchase up to 5 $1.5K Challenges per Trader. Once you reach that limit, you cannot buy additional $1.5K Challenges, even if some of your accounts have closed.
 How does the account move from Challenge Round to Payout Round, and how do you earn a Payout?
 In the Challenge Round, you trade freely until you hit the $1,500 Profit Target. Once hit, trading is locked for that account and the account status is "passed". In the dashboard, you will then be able to activate the Payout Round, which will display as a new and separate account. Trade the Payout Round the same way, with the same rules. Upon hitting the $1,500 Profit Target, the Payout Round account will be locked for trading, and you'll see an option to request the $1,500 Payout in your dashboard. That's it!
 Is there a Payout cap on the $1.5K Challenge account?
 There is no Payout cap in this experiment, the Challenge is for a fixed $1,500 Payout, no 90/10 split, paid one time. There will not be a remaining account balance, and the account will be closed upon completion.
 What happens if I'm called up to Live?
 You can't be called up to Live solely as a result of trading Challenges. If you are called up to Live as a result of your performance in Express Funded Accounts, your Challenges and Payout Round stay open and eligible.
 If I'm already in an LFA, can I still trade the $1.5K Challenge?
 Yes! You can still trade, pass, and activate the Payout Round, even if you're in a Live Funded Account.
 If I'm already in a Pro Account, can I still trade the $1.5K Challenge?
 If you're already in a Pro Account, you can still purchase and trade the $1.5K Challenge in the Challenge Round phase. Passing the Challenge Round doesn't require you to give up your Pro Account, and the new account follows the standard five account Payout Round limit once it's eligible.
 What happens if I want a refund?
 Our standard Topstep Refund Policies apply.
 What are the rules on inactivity?
 If there are no trades placed for 30 days, the account will close.
 Is there an expiration date?
 The account will expire and close after 90 days.
 Are there restricted products for the $1.5K Challenge?
 Yes. In the $1.5K Challenge, you cannot trade MHG, MET, MBT, or SIL. MGC/MCL are limited to 1. Trading during CPI is also restricted to 0. Learn more here.

 The Trading Combine® gives you instant access to live data and a trading account. Because of that, refunds are generally not available once a purchase is made.
 Refunds are issued to the original payment method only. Processing takes 7–10 business days. If it's been longer, check with your bank first, then contact Trader Support.
 14-Day Satisfaction Guarantee
 New to Topstep? If within your first 14 calendar days you decide it's not for you, we'll refund up to 1 monthly renewal payment for your Trading Combine® — as long as you haven't passed the evaluation.

 The Trading Combine® gives you instant access to live data and a trading account. Because of that, refunds are generally not available once a purchase is made.
 Refunds are issued to the original payment method only. Processing takes 7–10 business days. If it's been longer, check with your bank first, then contact Trader Support. When contacting Trader Support for a refund, provide your Trading Combine or Express Funded Account Number, the last four digits of the charged card, the charge date, and any relevant screenshots or recordings.
 14-Day Satisfaction Guarantee
 New to Topstep? If within your first 14 calendar days you decide it's not for you, we'll refund up to 1 monthly renewal payment for your Trading Combine® — as long as you haven't passed the evaluation.

 Christmas Day | Fri Dec 25, 2026 | Markets closed | 17:00 CT Sun Dec 27
 New Year's Day | Fri Jan 1, 2027 | Markets closed | 17:00 CT Sun Jan 3
 *July 4 falls on Saturday; early close observed on Friday July 3.
 👉 Please note: Payouts are not available during holiday hours.
 CME Protocol

 Christmas Day | Fri Dec 25, 2026 | Markets closed | 17:00 CT Sun Dec 27
 New Year's Day | Fri Jan 1, 2027 | Markets closed | 17:00 CT Sun Jan 3
 👉 Please note: Payouts are not available during holiday hours.
 CME Protocol

 Check here for Topstep Labs offering details. Once something drops, we'll list it here.
 Initiative | Launch Date
 $25K Static Drawdown Trading Combine® | June 2026
 $250K Freedom Funded Trading Combine® | July 2026
 $3K Challenge | August 2026
 $25K Static Trading Combine Parameters
 The first program under Topstep Labs. A one-time-fee evaluation with $25,000 in buying power and a static Maximum Loss Limit — your drawdown floor never moves, so your effective room grows as your account does.

 Check here for Topstep Labs offering details. Once something drops, we'll list it here.
 Initiative | Launch Date
 #001 - $25K Static Drawdown Trading Combine® | June 2026
 #002 - $250K Freedom Funded Trading Combine® | July 2026
 #003 - $3K Challenge | August 2026
 $25K Static Trading Combine Parameters
 The first program under Topstep Labs. A one-time-fee evaluation with $25,000 in buying power and a static Maximum Loss Limit — your drawdown floor never moves, so your effective room grows as your account does.

 Prop-to-Brokerage Payouts | US only | Same day* | No Fee
 Aeropay | US banks only | Instant after approval | No Topstep fee**
 Wise | International and domestic | 1-3 business days | No Topstep fee**
 ACH | US banks only | 1-3 business days | $30
 Wire/SWIFT | International | 5-10 business days | $30
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 **Please note: No Topstep fee for Aeropay or Wise, but your bank or those services may charge their own fees. Processing times are estimates and exclude weekends and holidays. Internal approval can take 1-3 business days.
 Example (ACH, $500 request): $500 minus $50 (10% split) minus $30 (processing fee) = $420 received
 Prop-to-Brokerage Payouts
 Earned a prop Payout? U.S. Topstep Prop Traders can direct eligible Payouts to their Topstep Brokerage account – same day, if requested by 12 PM CT.

 Prop-to-Brokerage Payouts | US only | Same day* | No Fee
 Aeropay | US banks only | Instant after approval | No Topstep fee**
 Wise | China, Canada, UK | 1-3 business days | No Topstep fee**
 ACH | US banks only | 1-3 business days | $30
 Wire/SWIFT | International | 5-10 business days | $30
· · ·
 **Please note: No Topstep fee for Aeropay or Wise, but your bank or those services may charge their own fees. Processing times are estimates and exclude weekends and holidays. Internal approval can take 1-3 business days.
 Example (ACH, $500 request): $500 minus $50 (10% split) minus $30 (processing fee) = $420 received
 August 2026: Wise Payout Option Restored for Select Regions
 - Wise is available again as a payout method for traders in China, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
 - If you're in one of these regions, you can submit new payout requests using Wise as usual.
 - Wise remains unavailable everywhere else. Keep using another available payout method — we'll update all traders if that changes.
 Prop-to-Brokerage Payouts
 Earned a prop Payout? U.S. Topstep Prop Traders can direct eligible Payouts to their Topstep Brokerage account – same day, if requested by 12 PM CT.

 - Micros (MES, M2K, MYM, MNQ): Opening transactions limited to 1, 3, 6, 9, and 15 contracts for the $25K, $50K, $100K, $150K, and $250K account sizes, respectively, during the window (see table below)
 - Non-equity products (metals, energies, rates, FX, etc.) are unaffected.
 - Existing positions can continue to be held through the window; the restriction only applies to new opening transactions.
 - How you'll be alerted: we'll email you and you'll see a banner at the top of the platform, so you're always prepared.
 Account | Margin | Max micros | Equity Minis | Effect during window

 - Micros (MES, M2K, MYM, MNQ): Opening transactions limited to 1, 3, 6, 9, and 15 contracts for the $25K, $50K, $100K, $150K, and $250K account sizes, respectively, during the window (see table below)
 - Non-equity products (metals, energies, rates, FX, etc.) are unaffected.
 - Existing positions: You may continue to hold and manage existing positions opened before the window started; the restriction only applies to new opening transactions during the 10-minute window.
 - Pending orders: Pending orders are not open positions. They will not fill during the 10-minute window, and new pending orders intended to execute during this timeframe cannot be placed.
 - How you'll be alerted: we'll email you and you'll see a banner at the top of the platform, so you're always prepared.
 Account | Margin | Max micros | Equity Minis | Effect during window

 There is no Payout cap in this experiment, the Challenge is for a fixed $3,000 Payout, no 90/10 split, paid one time. There will not be a remaining account balance, and the account will be closed upon completion.
 What happens if I'm called up to Live?
 You can’t be called up to Live solely as a result of trading Challenges. If you are called up to Live as a result of your performance in Express Funded Accounts, any Challenges in the Payout Round will be closed as Live Funded Account (LFA) traders won’t be eligible for those payouts.
 If I’m already in an LFA, can I still trade the $3K Challenge?
 If you’re already in an LFA, you can still purchase and trade the $3K Challenge in the Challenge Round phase. Upon passing the Challenge Round, the account will be eligible for activating as a Payout Round account, but you won’t be able to activate the Payout Round while in an LFA. Once you're no longer in an LFA, you can activate the Payout Round if the account hasn't expired and you're under the five-account Payout Round limit.
 If I'm already in a Pro Account, can I still trade the $3K Challenge?
 If you're already in a Pro Account, you can still purchase and trade the $3K Challenge in the Challenge Round phase. Passing the Challenge Round doesn't require you to give up your Pro Account, and the new account follows the standard five account Payout Round limit once it's eligible.

 There is no Payout cap in this experiment, the Challenge is for a fixed $3,000 Payout, no 90/10 split, paid one time. There will not be a remaining account balance, and the account will be closed upon completion.
 What happens if I'm called up to Live?
 You can’t be called up to Live solely as a result of trading Challenges. If you are called up to Live as a result of your performance in Express Funded Accounts, your Challenges and Payout Round stay open and eligible.
 If I’m already in an LFA, can I still trade the $3K Challenge?
 Yes! You can still trade, pass, and activate the Payout round, even if you're in an Live Funded Account.
 If I'm already in a Pro Account, can I still trade the $3K Challenge?
 If you're already in a Pro Account, you can still purchase and trade the $3K Challenge in the Challenge Round phase. Passing the Challenge Round doesn't require you to give up your Pro Account, and the new account follows the standard five account Payout Round limit once it's eligible.

 Traders and developers comfortable coding in Python, Java, .NET, JavaScript, or similar languages who want to work with REST and WebSocket APIs. If you use third-party tools built by others, no coding required — just plug in your credentials.
 Getting Started
 - Inside TopstepX, click the Settings icon ⚙️
 - Click the API tab
 - Click Link under ProjectX Linking
 - Verify your email on the dashboard.projectx.com landing page
 - Click Log in/Register → Don't have an account?
 - Create your username and password → Create Account
 - In your ProjectX dashboard, select Subscriptions → ProjectX API Access
 - Enter your credit card info and promo code (if applicable) to unlock API Access
 - Back in TopstepX: Settings ⚙️ → API tab → Add API Key to generate your key
 Where do I find my API Key?
 - Login to your TopstepX Platform.
 - Select the Settings Icon wheel.
 - Click the API Tab from the top bar.
 - You will generate an API key inside your ProjectX settings. Use this key to authenticate your requests through OAuth.
 - To authenticate your requests, you must use the API key generated within your TopstepX platform settings. This key must be used in conjunction with your TopstepX username.
 Cost
 API Access is $29/month. Topstep Traders get 50% off with code topstep — that's $14.50/month, valid every month with no end date.
 🧾 Please note: Billing appears as Sim2Funded Solutions on your bank statement. Billing is managed separately from your Topstep subscription.
 VPNs, VPS, and Remote Servers
 All trading activity must originate from your personal device. The use of VPS, VPNs, and remote servers is prohibited by Topstep's Terms of Use. Running automation on a VPS can result in account suspension or removal from the program.
 Important Disclaimers
 - Orders executed via the API are final. No review, adjustment, or reversal.
 - Topstep is not responsible for the performance of any tool, algo, or system built using API Access.
 - Topstep does not provide technical support for API implementation, coding, or troubleshooting.
 - Use of the API Access and any connected tools is entirely at your own risk. Please ensure your systems are tested, stable, and compliant with Topstep's Terms of Use.
 - Please read more about how API access can affect the potential for hedging here.
 👥 Getting Help
 Topstep does not provide technical support for coding or API implementation. For help:
 - ProjectX Developer Docs
 - #api-trading channel in the Topstep Discord
 - ProjectX directly: 
 For billing or subscription questions, contact ProjectX Support.
 FAQ
 Is there a sandbox environment for testing?
 No. There is currently no sandbox environment available.
 Can I use 1 subscription across multiple accounts?
 Yes. A single subscription applies to all TopstepX accounts linked via your ProjectX Dashboard profile.
 What programming languages are supported?
 The REST API works with most modern languages including Python, Java, .NET, and JavaScript — anything that supports REST or WebSocket connections.
 Do I need to know how to code?
 Only if you're building your own tools. If you're using third-party tools, just plug in your credentials.

 Traders and developers comfortable coding in Python, Java, .NET, JavaScript, or similar languages who want to work with REST and WebSocket APIs. If you use third-party tools built by others, no coding required — just plug in your credentials.
 Getting Started
 Setup has four parts. Complete them in order — Part 4 will fail if you skip Part 3.
 Part | Where | What you'll do
 1 | ProjectX Dashboard | Create your ProjectX account
 2 | ProjectX Dashboard | Subscribe to API Access
 3 | TopstepX | Link your subscription to your TopstepX profile
 4 | TopstepX | Generate your API key
 Part 1: Create your ProjectX account
 Start here, in the ProjectX Dashboard. You don't need to do anything in TopstepX yet.
 Already have a ProjectX Dashboard account? Log in and skip to Part 2.
 - Go to dashboard.projectx.com and click Register
 - Enter your email address, then create your username and password
 - Click Create Account
 Part 2: Subscribe to API Access
 - Log into your ProjectX Dashboard.
 - In your ProjectX Dashboard, go to Subscriptions → ProjectX API Access
 - Enter your payment details
 - Enter promo code topstep to apply the 50% Topstep Trader discount
 - Confirm your subscription
 See Cost and Billing for pricing details.
 Part 3: Link your subscription to your TopstepX profile
 Subscribing is not the same as linking. This part connects the subscription you just bought to your TopstepX profile — without it, Part 4 will fail with the error User lacks subscription.
 - In TopstepX, click the Settings icon ⚙️
 - Open the API tab
 - Under ProjectX Linking, click Add Link
 - In the confirmation pop-up, confirm that you want to link your TopstepX profile to the ProjectX Dashboard
 - Open your ProjectX Dashboard and confirm your account now appears there
 If the account doesn't appear, try turning off the browser pop-up blockers or use an Incognito Chrome window. Refresh the Dashboard before retrying. Still missing? See Troubleshooting.
 Part 4: Generate your API key
 - In TopstepX, go to Settings ⚙️ → API tab
 - Click Add API Key
 - Copy your key and store it somewhere secure — treat it like a password
 ⚠️ Your API key grants full trading access to every eligible account under your profile. Never share it, never commit it to a public repository, and never paste it into a tool you don't trust. If you think it's been exposed, generate a new key immediately and update your tools
 Cost and Billing
 API Access is $29/month. Topstep Traders get 50% off with code topstep — that's $14.50/month, valid every month with no end date.
 🧾 Please note: Billing appears as Sim2Funded Solutions on your bank statement. Billing is managed separately from your Topstep subscription.
 VPNs, VPS, and Remote Servers
 All trading activity must originate from your personal device. The use of VPS, VPNs, and remote servers is prohibited by Topstep's Terms of Use. Running automation on a VPS can result in account suspension or removal from the program.
 You may still use your own private server for supporting work that doesn't touch order flow:
 Allowed on a private server | Not allowed on a private server
 Historical data storage | Placing, modifying, or cancelling orders
 Research and backtesting | Any automated trigger that can reach the order endpoints
 Logging and analytics | Routing or relaying orders on your behalf
 A read-only dashboard |
 Receiving copies of your own fills, positions, and P&L |
 The line is order transmission: your server can watch and record, but it cannot trade.
 Important Disclaimers
 - Orders executed via the API are final — no review, adjustment, or reversal.
 - Topstep does not support or take responsibility for any tool, algo, or system built on API Access, including implementation, coding, and troubleshooting.
 - Some traders connect third-party applications to the ProjectX API. If you do, it's at your own risk — Topstep and ProjectX don't affiliate with, endorse, or support any external vendor or platform offering API integrations.
 - Your API access remains governed by the ProjectX Terms of Use, including fair-use limits.
 - All trading activity remains subject to Topstep's Trading Guidelines regardless of which platform executes the trades. A rule violation is treated the same whether it originates from manual trading or third-party automation.
 - Ensure your systems are tested, stable, and compliant before connecting.
 - API access can affect the potential for hedging — more here.
 👥 Getting Help
 Topstep does not provide technical support for coding or API implementation.
 What you need | Where to go
 Endpoints, authentication, code samples | ProjectX Gateway API Docs
 Full endpoint reference | Swagger Documentation
 Community help and troubleshooting | #api-trading in the Topstep Discord
 Linking, subscription, billing, cancellation | 
 FAQ
 Is there a sandbox environment for testing?
 No. There is currently no sandbox environment available.To test your strategy, use a Practice account instead — same endpoints and real-time hubs, no risk to an Evaluation account.
 Can I use 1 subscription across multiple accounts?
 Yes. One subscription and one API key cover every eligible account under your ProjectX Dashboard profile. A single authenticated session can manage all of them; you specify the target account Id on each order.
 What programming languages are supported?
 The REST API works with most modern languages including Python, Java, .NET, and JavaScript — anything that supports REST or WebSocket connections.
 Do I need to know how to code?
 Only if you're building your own tools. If you're using third-party tools, just plug in your credentials.
 Do I need a Topstep Account in order to use the API service?
 Yes, you need an active Topstep account in order to use the service.
 Can I build and use my own custom trading bot with the TopstepX / ProjectX API?
 Yes. Custom automated strategies and bots are allowed via the TopstepX / ProjectX API, subject to standard platform rules and our prohibition on highfrequency trading (HFT). You're free to develop your own system without additional restrictions beyond those standard rules. You remain the owner of your bot and are solely responsible for its design, performance, and behavior — including making sure it operates within all applicable rules.
 Troubleshooting
 Error creating key: User lacks subscription
 Your subscription isn't linked to your TopstepX profile. Go back and complete Part 3, then try generating your key again. If your subscription is active and linked and you still see this, email .
 My account doesn't appear in the ProjectX Dashboard after linking
 Refresh the Dashboard and confirm you completed the linking pop-up in Part 3. If it's still missing, email .
 Where do I find my API Key
 Generate a new one from Settings ⚙️ → API tab → Add API Key, then update every tool using the old key.
 My requests are being rejected after they worked earlier
 Session tokens expire. Confirm your client refreshes its token rather than reusing an old one. If you're being rate limited, back off and retry.

 Starting Balance | $10,000 minimum
 Daily Loss Limit | Mandatory $5,000
 Max Contracts | 15 mini / 150 micro
 Please note: once moved to a Live Funded Account, the Live Funded Account will follow our standard Live Funded Account Parameters and be treated as a $150K.
 $3K Challenge Parameters

 Starting Balance | $10,000 minimum
 Daily Loss Limit | Mandatory $5,000
 Max Contracts | 15 mini
 Please note: once moved to a Live Funded Account, the Live Funded Account will follow our standard Live Funded Account Parameters and be treated as a $150K.
 $3K Challenge Parameters

 What happens if I break a rule (hit the Maximum Loss Limit)?
 Your account becomes ineligible for funding until it's reset. The subscription does not cancel — it keeps rebilling, and you can still trade for practice. You'll get a Reset Credit when your Rebill processes.
 Can I pause my Trading Combine?
 No. Subscriptions can't be paused or put on hold. It will Rebill monthly until you pass or cancel.

 What happens if I break a rule (hit the Maximum Loss Limit)?
 Your account becomes ineligible for funding until it's reset. The subscription does not cancel — it keeps rebilling, and you can still trade for practice. You'll get a Reset Credit when your Rebill processes.
 What happens if my subscription renewal payment fails?
 If a renewal payment fails, your subscription enters a retry period. The system will automatically attempt to process the charge two more times before the subscription is canceled.
 During this retry period, account Resets are temporarily disabled for that subscription. Resets will become available again as soon as your subscription payment successfully processes.
 Important: Subscription renewals process early on your rebill date. To avoid unexpected charges or losing the ability to Reset before your next billing cycle, we recommend completing any account Resets the day before your billing date.
 Can I pause my Trading Combine?
 No. Subscriptions can't be paused or put on hold. It will Rebill monthly until you pass or cancel.

 Buying Power | $250,000
 Profit Target | $15,000
 Max Loss Limit | $10,000 Trailing
 Max Contracts | 25 mini / 250 micro
 Consistency Target | 50%

 Buying Power | $250,000
 Profit Target | $15,000
 Max Loss Limit | $10,000 Trailing End of Day
 Max Contracts | 25 mini / 250 micro
 Consistency Target | 50%

 Community
 Topstep's community spans Reddit, Discord, Facebook, Twitch, Kick, YouTube, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Show up wherever you already hang out. Share wins, debrief losses, ask questions, and watch live trading.
 All Topstep Channels
 Platform | Link

 Community
 Topstep's community spans Reddit, Discord, Facebook, Twitch, Kick, YouTube, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Show up wherever you already hang out. Share wins, debrief losses, ask questions, and watch live trading.
 Platform Status
 For real-time updates on platform outages, maintenance windows, and service disruptions, check the official Topstep Status Page. This is the authoritative source for TopstepX service status — not social media.
 All Topstep Channels
 Platform | Link

 If I’m already in an LFA, can I still trade the $3K Challenge?
 If you’re already in an LFA, you can still purchase and trade the $3K Challenge in the Challenge Round phase. Upon passing the Challenge Round, the account will be eligible for activating as a Payout Round account, but you won’t be able to activate the Payout Round while in an LFA. Once you're no longer in an LFA, you can activate the Payout Round if the account hasn't expired and you're under the five-account Payout Round limit.
 What happens if I want a refund?
 Our standard Topstep Refund Policies apply.

 If I’m already in an LFA, can I still trade the $3K Challenge?
 If you’re already in an LFA, you can still purchase and trade the $3K Challenge in the Challenge Round phase. Upon passing the Challenge Round, the account will be eligible for activating as a Payout Round account, but you won’t be able to activate the Payout Round while in an LFA. Once you're no longer in an LFA, you can activate the Payout Round if the account hasn't expired and you're under the five-account Payout Round limit.
 If I'm already in a Pro Account, can I still trade the $3K Challenge?
 If you're already in a Pro Account, you can still purchase and trade the $3K Challenge in the Challenge Round phase. Passing the Challenge Round doesn't require you to give up your Pro Account, and the new account follows the standard five account Payout Round limit once it's eligible.
 What happens if I want a refund?
 Our standard Topstep Refund Policies apply.

 - For the $25K Static Trading Combine, restricted products are set to a max contract size of 1 mini/10 micros.
 - For the $250K Trading Combine, restricted energies are set to a max contract size of 15 minis/150 micros. For SIL/MGH, 10 minis/100 micros. SI, HG, and PL are still 0.
 - For the $3K Challenge, you cannot trade MHG, MET, MBT, or SIL. Trading during CPI is also restricted to 0. Additionally, MGC and MCL is limited to 1 micro.
 ⚠️ Please note: For Express Funded Accounts, position limits for restricted products have a ceiling of the contracts listed above (CL = 3/6/9, for example).
 However, a trader's actual limit may be lower depending on their current account balance, as the Scaling Plan applies independently. Learn more below. 👇

 - For the $25K Static Trading Combine, restricted products are set to a max contract size of 1 mini/10 micros.
 - For the $250K Trading Combine, restricted energies are set to a max contract size of 15 minis/150 micros. For SIL/MGH, 10 minis/100 micros. SI, HG, and PL are still 0.
 - For the $3K Challenge, you cannot trade MHG, MET, MBT, or SIL. Trading during CPI is also restricted to 0. Additionally, MGC and MCL is limited to 6 micros.
 ⚠️ Please note: For Express Funded Accounts, position limits for restricted products have a ceiling of the contracts listed above (CL = 3/6/9, for example).
 However, a trader's actual limit may be lower depending on their current account balance, as the Scaling Plan applies independently. Learn more below. 👇

 Setup: Settings → Risk Settings → Switch to Auto-OCO → set values → Save.
 Enable Auto-OCO brackets directly on the specific interface(s) you trade from, whether that is the Chart, Order Panel, DOM, or a combination of them.
 👉 Important: If you use ticks, TopstepX requiresenter a value greater than 5 ticks. If you use a dollar value, TopstepX will reject your orders if the dollar value entered does not place your brackets at least 4 ticks away from the entry price.
 Charting
 Charting

 Setup: Settings → Risk Settings → Switch to Auto-OCO → set values → Save.
 Enable Auto-OCO brackets directly on the specific interface(s) you trade from, whether that is the Chart, Order Panel, DOM, or a combination of them.
 👉 Important: If you use ticks, TopstepX requires you to enter a value greater than 5 ticks. If you use a dollar value, TopstepX will reject your orders if the dollar value entered does not place your brackets at least 4 ticks away from the entry price.
 Charting
 Charting

 $25K Static Drawdown Trading Combine® | June 2026
 $250K Freedom Funded Trading Combine® | July 2026
 $25K Static Trading Combine Parameters
 The first program under Topstep Labs. A one-time-fee evaluation with $25,000 in buying power and a static Maximum Loss Limit — your drawdown floor never moves, so your effective room grows as your account does.
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 Max Contracts | 15 mini / 150 micro
 Please note: once moved to a Live Funded Account, the Live Funded Account will follow our standard Live Funded Account Parameters and be treated as a $150K.
 Frequently Asked Questions
 $25K Static Trading Combine
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 What is the starting balance and Daily Loss Limit (DLL) in the Live Funded Account?
 The Live Funded Account will follow our standard Live Funded Account Parameters with a minimum starting balance of $10,000. Your account size will be based on the average of all active, eligible XFAs including any activated from the $250K Freedom Trading Combine(s). Based on the account size, your starting DLL will be set as per. the Dynamic Live Risk Expansion guidelines.

 $25K Static Drawdown Trading Combine® | June 2026
 $250K Freedom Funded Trading Combine® | July 2026
 $3K Challenge | August 2026
 $25K Static Trading Combine Parameters
 The first program under Topstep Labs. A one-time-fee evaluation with $25,000 in buying power and a static Maximum Loss Limit — your drawdown floor never moves, so your effective room grows as your account does.
· · ·
 Max Contracts | 15 mini / 150 micro
 Please note: once moved to a Live Funded Account, the Live Funded Account will follow our standard Live Funded Account Parameters and be treated as a $150K.
 $3K Challenge Parameters
 Our third Labs drop! Make $3,000. Do it again. Keep $3,000. The $3K Challenge is a 2 round challenge for $49, one time. Clear the Challenge Round to advance to the Payout Round, pass the Payout Round and earn a fixed $3,000 Payout, paid one time. Then the account closes out.
 The $3,000 is a set Payout for finishing the Challenge. It isn't tied to your account balance, and there's no 90/10 split — you keep all $3,000.
 $3K Challenge Parameters
 Parameter | Challenge Round | Payout Round
 Starting Balance | $0 | $0
 Profit Target | $3,000 | $3,000
 Max Loss Limit | $1,000 (static, non-trailing 🔥) | $1,000 (static, non-trailing 🔥)
 Daily Loss Limit (DLL) | None | None
 Max Contracts | 10 micros / 1 mini | 10 micros / 1 mini
 Consistency Target | None | None
 Activation Fee | — | Free
 Path | — | Standard only
 Scaling Plan | — | None
 Resets | None | None
 Payout | None — passing advances you to the Payout Round | Fixed $3,000, paid one time. No 90/10 split.
 After the Payout | — | Account closes out. One and done.
 You can have up to 5 active Challenges in the Payout Round at one time. That’s separate from the 5 Express Funded Account (XFA) limit. There is no limit on how many Challenges you can have in the Challenge Round.
 👉 For all Labs offerings, be sure to check the Risk Adjustments article to see how high-risk products and CPI restrictions may affect your account.
 Frequently Asked Questions
 $25K Static Trading Combine
· · ·
 What is the starting balance and Daily Loss Limit (DLL) in the Live Funded Account?
 The Live Funded Account will follow our standard Live Funded Account Parameters with a minimum starting balance of $10,000. Your account size will be based on the average of all active, eligible XFAs including any activated from the $250K Freedom Trading Combine(s). Based on the account size, your starting DLL will be set as per. the Dynamic Live Risk Expansion guidelines.
 $3K Challenge
 Can I buy more than one?
 Yes. There's no cap on how many you can buy, and the Challenge is repeatable — you can buy and run another one. One limit to know: you can only have 5 Challenges in the Payout Round at one time. That's separate from the 5 Express Funded Account® (XFA) limit.
 Example: if you hold 5 XFAs and 10 Challenges, up to 5 of those Challenges can advance to the Payout Round at once.
 Is this a limited time offering?
 Yes, this release is limited availability; first come, first serve. There is no limit on how many a single Trader can purchase. Once all spots are sold, it's no longer available for purchase.
 Is this a subscription?
 No. One-time purchase. No Rebills, no Resets.
 How does the account move from Challenge Round to Payout Round, and how do you earn a payout?
 In the Challenge Round, you trade freely until you hit the $3,000 Profit Target. Once hit, trading is locked for that account and the account status is “passed”. In the dashboard, you will then be able to activate the Payout Round, which will display as a new and separate account. Trade the Payout round the same way, with the same rules. Upon hitting the $3,000 Profit Target, the Payout Round account will be locked for trading, and you’ll see an option to request the $3,000 payout in your dashboard. That’s it!
 There may be up to a 15 minute delay from the moment you pass a Challenge Round before the Payout Round account is ready to be activated.
 Is there a Payout cap on this account?
 There is no Payout cap in this experiment, the Challenge is for a fixed $3,000 Payout, no 90/10 split, paid one time. There will not be a remaining account balance, and the account will be closed upon completion.
 What happens if I'm called up to Live?
 You can’t be called up to Live solely as a result of trading Challenges. If you are called up to Live as a result of your performance in Express Funded Accounts, any Challenges in the Payout Round will be closed as Live Funded Account (LFA) traders won’t be eligible for those payouts.
 If I’m already in an LFA, can I still trade the $3K Challenge?
 If you’re already in an LFA, you can still purchase and trade the $3K Challenge in the Challenge Round phase. Upon passing the Challenge Round, the account will be eligible for activating as a Payout Round account, but you won’t be able to activate the Payout Round while in an LFA. Once you're no longer in an LFA, you can activate the Payout Round if the account hasn't expired and you're under the five-account Payout Round limit.
 What happens if I want a refund?
 Our standard Topstep Refund Policies apply.
 What are the rules on inactivity?
 If there are no trades placed for 30 days, the account will close.
 Is there an expiration date?
 The account will expire and close after 90 days.
 Are there restricted products for the $3K Challenge?
 Yes. You cannot trade MHG, MET, MBT, or SIL. Trading during CPI is also restricted to 0. MGC and MCL is limited to 6 micros Learn more here.

 | Trading Combine, Express Funded Account,Pro Account | Live Funded Account
 Energies Restriction | RBOB Gasoline (RB) = 3/6/9Heating Oil (HO) = 3/6/9Crude Oil (CL) = 3/6/9Micro Crude Oil (MCL) = 30/60/90E-Mini Crude Oil (QM) = 3/6/9 | RBOB Gasoline (RB) = 3/6/9Heating Oil (HO) = 3/6/9Crude Oil (CL) = 3/6/9Micro Crude Oil (MCL) = 3/6/9E-Mini Crude Oil (QM) = 3/6/9
 Metals Restriction | Gold (GC) = 3/6/9Micro Gold (MGC) = 30/60/90Silver (SI) = 0Micro Silver (SIL) = 2/4/6Copper (HG) = 0Micro Copper (MHG) = 2/4/6⚠️ Note: The $250K Freedom Trading Combine has different GC limits. See the Labs callout below.Platinum (PL) = 0 | Gold (GC) = 3/6/9Micro Gold (MGC) = 5/10/15Silver (SI) = 0Micro Silver (SIL) = 2/4/6Copper (HG) = 0Micro Copper (MHG) = 2/4/6Platinum (PL) = 0
 🧪 Labs: Restricted Products
 - For the $25K Static Trading Combine, restricted products are set to a max contract size of 1 mini/10 micros.
 - For the $250K Trading Combine, restricted energies are set to a max contract size of 15 minis/150 micros. For SIL/MGH, 10 minis/100 micros. SI, HG, and PL are still 0.
 ⚠️ Please note: For Express Funded Accounts, position limits for restricted products have a ceiling of the contracts listed above (CL = 3/6/9, for example).
 However, a trader's actual limit may be lower depending on their current account balance, as the Scaling Plan applies independently. Learn more below. 👇
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 - Gold (GC)
 - Micro Gold (MGC)
 50K Express Funded Account
 - Below $1500 balance = 1 contract
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 - How you'll be alerted: we'll email you and you'll see a banner at the top of the platform, so you're always prepared.
 Account | Margin | Max micros | Equity Minis | Effect during window
 25K | $20,000 | 1 | Blocked | Capped at 1 micro
 50K XFA | $20,000 | 1 | Blocked | Capped at 1 micro

 | Trading Combine, Express Funded Account,Pro Account | Live Funded Account
 Energies Restriction | RBOB Gasoline (RB) = 3/6/9Heating Oil (HO) = 3/6/9Crude Oil (CL) = 3/6/9Micro Crude Oil (MCL) = 30/60/90E-Mini Crude Oil (QM) = 3/6/9 | RBOB Gasoline (RB) = 3/6/9Heating Oil (HO) = 3/6/9Crude Oil (CL) = 3/6/9Micro Crude Oil (MCL) = 3/6/9E-Mini Crude Oil (QM) = 3/6/9
 Metals Restriction | Gold (GC) = 3/6/9Micro Gold (MGC) = 30/60/90Silver (SI) = 0Micro Silver (SIL) = 2/4/6Copper (HG) = 0Micro Copper (MHG) = 2/4/6Platinum (PL) = 0 | Gold (GC) = 3/6/9Micro Gold (MGC) = 5/10/15Silver (SI) = 0Micro Silver (SIL) = 2/4/6Copper (HG) = 0Micro Copper (MHG) = 2/4/6Platinum (PL) = 0
 🧪 Labs: Restricted Products
 - For the $25K Static Trading Combine, restricted products are set to a max contract size of 1 mini/10 micros.
 - For the $250K Trading Combine, restricted energies are set to a max contract size of 15 minis/150 micros. For SIL/MGH, 10 minis/100 micros. SI, HG, and PL are still 0.
 - For the $3K Challenge, you cannot trade MHG, MET, MBT, or SIL. Trading during CPI is also restricted to 0. Additionally, MGC and MCL is limited to 1 micro.
 ⚠️ Please note: For Express Funded Accounts, position limits for restricted products have a ceiling of the contracts listed above (CL = 3/6/9, for example).
 However, a trader's actual limit may be lower depending on their current account balance, as the Scaling Plan applies independently. Learn more below. 👇
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 - Gold (GC)
 - Micro Gold (MGC)
 - Micro Silver (SIL)
 50K Express Funded Account
 - Below $1500 balance = 1 contract
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 - How you'll be alerted: we'll email you and you'll see a banner at the top of the platform, so you're always prepared.
 Account | Margin | Max micros | Equity Minis | Effect during window
 3K Challenge | $3,000 | 0 | Blocked | No Trading available
 25K | $20,000 | 1 | Blocked | Capped at 1 micro
 50K XFA | $20,000 | 1 | Blocked | Capped at 1 micro

 Setup: Settings → Risk Settings → Trade Limits → enter max daily/weekly → Save.
 Trade Limits allow you to set a maximum number of trades you can take per day and/or week.
 Daily Risk Lock
 Daily Risk Lock

 Setup: Settings → Risk Settings → Trade Limits → enter max daily/weekly → Save.
 Trade Limits allow you to set a maximum number of trades you can take per day and/or week.
 ⚠️ Important: Any pending orders placed prior to hitting the limit must be manually cancelled. TopstepX will not automatically remove pre-existing pending orders upon a trade limit lockout.
 Daily Risk Lock
 Daily Risk Lock

 For the best experience, use a smartphone, and tablets may perform better in desktop mode. Please note there is currently no mobile app. If the mobile version is not loading correctly, ensure that “Desktop Mode” is disabled in your browser settings.
 Mobile Navigation
 Account Info—View a snapshot of your account balance, UP&L, RP&L, and parameters. Switch between accounts via the dropdown or trigger a Manual Lockout right from this panel — once enabled, it can't be reversed.
 All Accounts—Overview of every account tied to your login, including status (Active, Temp. Liquidation, Goal Achieved, or Ineligible), Created On date, Account Name, Win Rate, Total Lots Traded, Day P&L, Open P&L, and Account Balance.
 Positions—Monitor open positions in with details on Time, Symbol, Position size, Entry Price, Risk (Stop Loss), To Make (Take Profit), P&L, and a 1-tap Close button.

 For the best experience, use a smartphone, and tablets may perform better in desktop mode. Please note there is currently no mobile app. If the mobile version is not loading correctly, ensure that “Desktop Mode” is disabled in your browser settings.
 Mobile Navigation
 Account Info—View a snapshot of your account balance, UP&L, RP&L, and parameters. Switch between accounts via the dropdown or trigger a Lockout right from this panel — once enabled, it can't be reversed.
 All Accounts—Overview of every account tied to your login, including status (Active, Temp. Liquidation, Goal Achieved, or Ineligible), Created On date, Account Name, Win Rate, Total Lots Traded, Day P&L, Open P&L, and Account Balance.
 Positions—Monitor open positions in with details on Time, Symbol, Position size, Entry Price, Risk (Stop Loss), To Make (Take Profit), P&L, and a 1-tap Close button.

 CEO, Futures Desk — Topstep Labs Head Scientist
 Topstep Labs Drops
 Check here for Topstep Labs offering details. Once something drops, we'll list it here. All Labs offerings are available in limited quantities. Visit the Topstep Labs webpage to see what's available.
 Initiative | Launch Date
 $25K Static Drawdown Trading Combine® | June 2026
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 Price | $75 one-time — no subscription. 90 Day expiration.
 Resets | Not Available
 Phase 2: Express Funded Account® (XFA)
 Parameter | Value
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 Starting Balance | $10,000 minimum
 Daily Loss Limit | Mandatory $5,000
 Max Contracts | 25 mini / 250 micro
 Please note: once moved to a Live Funded Account, the Live Funded Account will follow our standard Live Funded Account Parameters and be treated as a $150K.
 Frequently Asked Questions

 CEO, Futures Desk — Topstep Labs Head Scientist
 Topstep Labs Drops
 Check here for Topstep Labs offering details. Once something drops, we'll list it here.
 Initiative | Launch Date
 $25K Static Drawdown Trading Combine® | June 2026
· · ·
 Price | $75 one-time — no subscription. 90 Day expiration.
 Resets | Not Available
 Accounts Available for Purchase | Quantities Limited
 Phase 2: Express Funded Account® (XFA)
 Parameter | Value
· · ·
 Starting Balance | $10,000 minimum
 Daily Loss Limit | Mandatory $5,000
 Max Contracts | 15 mini / 150 micro
 Please note: once moved to a Live Funded Account, the Live Funded Account will follow our standard Live Funded Account Parameters and be treated as a $150K.
 Frequently Asked Questions

 - Any other conduct that Topstep determines, at its sole discretion, is uncommercial, games the market, is not a viable strategy, or is not responsible trading
 - Do not use a VPN. VPNs, proxy services, TOR, geo-location obfuscation, and other identity-masking services are not permitted at Topstep. If you see an Error 403 Forbidden message, disable your VPN or proxy and try again.
 Who is the Trust Team?
 The Trust Team protects the integrity of the program. If your conduct is called into question, they're who you'll hear from.

 - Any other conduct that Topstep determines, at its sole discretion, is uncommercial, games the market, is not a viable strategy, or is not responsible trading
 - Do not use a VPN. VPNs, proxy services, TOR, geo-location obfuscation, and other identity-masking services are not permitted at Topstep. If you see an Error 403 Forbidden message, disable your VPN or proxy and try again.
 Trading with friends & family is part of the Ultimate Trading Experience
 Just keep it by the book — no coordinated group trading, no account-sharing, no single-account rule workarounds.
 Who is the Trust Team?
 The Trust Team protects the integrity of the program. If your conduct is called into question, they're who you'll hear from.

 Trader Communities
 Topstep's community spans Reddit, Discord, Facebook, Twitch, Kick, YouTube, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Show up wherever you already hang out. Share wins, debrief losses, ask questions, and watch live trading. Learn more here: Topstep Community
 Trader Resources
 - Topstep Blog

 Trader Communities
 Topstep's community spans Reddit, Discord, Facebook, Twitch, Kick, YouTube, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Show up wherever you already hang out. Share wins, debrief losses, ask questions, and watch live trading. Learn more here: Topstep Community
 Trading with friends & family is part of the Ultimate Trading Experience
 Just keep it by the book — no coordinated group trading, no account-sharing, no single-account rule workarounds.
 Trader Resources
 - Topstep Blog

 - How you'll be alerted: we'll email you and you'll see a banner at the top of the platform, so you're always prepared.
 Account | Margin | Max micros | Equity Minis | Effect during window
 25K | $20,000 | 1 | Blocked | Fully blocked from trading
 50K XFA | $20,000 | 1 | Blocked | Capped at 1 micro
 50K | $50,000 | 3 | Blocked | Capped at 3 micros

 - How you'll be alerted: we'll email you and you'll see a banner at the top of the platform, so you're always prepared.
 Account | Margin | Max micros | Equity Minis | Effect during window
 25K | $20,000 | 1 | Blocked | Capped at 1 micro
 50K XFA | $20,000 | 1 | Blocked | Capped at 1 micro
 50K | $50,000 | 3 | Blocked | Capped at 3 micros

 - If you've already used the Reset credit from that Rebill, we cannot process a refund.
 - Processing a refund will result in the immediate cancellation of your subscription, closure of the associated Trading Combine, and removal of the associated Reset credit.
 ☝️ To request a refund, share the following details with our support team in this chat: transaction amount, date, last 4 digits of payment card, and a brief explanation. A team member will review and follow up — a refund request isn't started until the team confirms it with you.
 Promotional Codes and Discounts
 No refunds for:

 - If you've already used the Reset credit from that Rebill, we cannot process a refund.
 - Processing a refund will result in the immediate cancellation of your subscription, closure of the associated Trading Combine, and removal of the associated Reset credit.
 ☝️ Rebill refund requests are handled in chat. Windy will ask for your payment reference ID (found on your Billing page at dashboard.topstep.com) and check eligibility against our policy automatically. Eligible requests are processed immediately. If your request doesn’t qualify, you’ll be routed to the Trader Support team.
 Promotional Codes and Discounts
 No refunds for:

 To find your new Profit Target: Best Day ÷ 0.50 = Total Profit Needed.
 Example: $1,500 best day ÷ 0.50 = $3,000 Profit Target. You need to recover losses and reach $3,000 without letting any single day exceed $1,500. If your next day earns $2,000, your best day becomes $2,000 and your new Profit Target becomes $4,000.
 Can I keep trading after hitting my Best Day Recommendation?
 Yes, but exceeding it increases your Profit Target and makes the Trading Combine harder to pass.

 To find your new Profit Target: Best Day ÷ 0.50 = Total Profit Needed.
 Example: $1,500 best day ÷ 0.50 = $3,000 Profit Target. You need to recover losses and reach $3,000 without letting any single day exceed $1,500. If your next day earns $2,000, your best day becomes $2,000 and your new Profit Target becomes $4,000.
 Can I fix a Consistency violation by trading more on the same day?
 No. If your best day was set during the current trading session (before 3:10 PM CT), any additional profit you earn today adds directly to that best day total — which raises your adjusted Profit Target even further.
 To resolve a Consistency Target violation, the remaining profit must be earned on a separate trading day, after the market close of the session in which your best day was set.
 Example: Your best day is $1,800 (set today, session still open). Your adjusted Profit Target is $3,600. Trading more today to earn the remaining $1,800 will not work — every dollar you earn today increases your best day total, which keeps raising the target.
 Can I keep trading after hitting my Best Day Recommendation?
 Yes, but exceeding it increases your Profit Target and makes the Trading Combine harder to pass.

 - Trading on mini-sized contracts or larger may be temporarily halted for affected products
 Current Restrictions
 👉 Restrictions below are organized by account size: 50K/100K/150K
 | Trading Combine, Express Funded Account,Pro Account | Live Funded Account
 Energies Restriction | RBOB Gasoline (RB) = 3/6/9Heating Oil (HO) = 3/6/9Crude Oil (CL) = 3/6/9Micro Crude Oil (MCL) = 30/60/90E-Mini Crude Oil (QM) = 3/6/9 | RBOB Gasoline (RB) = 3/6/9Heating Oil (HO) = 3/6/9Crude Oil (CL) = 3/6/9Micro Crude Oil (MCL) = 3/6/9E-Mini Crude Oil (QM) = 3/6/9
 Metals Restriction | Gold (GC) = 3/6/9Micro Gold (MGC) = 30/60/90Silver (SI) = 0Micro Silver (SIL) = 2/4/6Copper (HG) = 0Micro Copper (MHG) = 2/4/6Platinum (PL) = 0 | Gold (GC) = 3/6/9Micro Gold (MGC) = 5/10/15Silver (SI) = 0Micro Silver (SIL) = 2/4/6Copper (HG) = 0Micro Copper (MHG) = 2/4/6Platinum (PL) = 0
 🧪 Labs: Restricted Products
 - For the $25K Static Trading Combine, restricted products are set to a max contract size of 1 mini/10 micros.

 - Trading on mini-sized contracts or larger may be temporarily halted for affected products
 Current Restrictions
 👉 Restrictions below are organized by account size. The numbers shown use a 3-tier format: $50K / $100K / $150K. For example, "GC = 3/6/9" means 3 minis for $50K accounts, 6 minis for $100K accounts, and 9 minis for $150K accounts.
 | Trading Combine, Express Funded Account,Pro Account | Live Funded Account
 Energies Restriction | RBOB Gasoline (RB) = 3/6/9Heating Oil (HO) = 3/6/9Crude Oil (CL) = 3/6/9Micro Crude Oil (MCL) = 30/60/90E-Mini Crude Oil (QM) = 3/6/9 | RBOB Gasoline (RB) = 3/6/9Heating Oil (HO) = 3/6/9Crude Oil (CL) = 3/6/9Micro Crude Oil (MCL) = 3/6/9E-Mini Crude Oil (QM) = 3/6/9
 Metals Restriction | Gold (GC) = 3/6/9Micro Gold (MGC) = 30/60/90Silver (SI) = 0Micro Silver (SIL) = 2/4/6Copper (HG) = 0Micro Copper (MHG) = 2/4/6⚠️ Note: The $250K Freedom Trading Combine has different GC limits. See the Labs callout below.Platinum (PL) = 0 | Gold (GC) = 3/6/9Micro Gold (MGC) = 5/10/15Silver (SI) = 0Micro Silver (SIL) = 2/4/6Copper (HG) = 0Micro Copper (MHG) = 2/4/6Platinum (PL) = 0
 🧪 Labs: Restricted Products
 - For the $25K Static Trading Combine, restricted products are set to a max contract size of 1 mini/10 micros.

 Real capital. Real markets. The Live Funded Account® (LFA) is the big leagues — Topstep's money behind you, no Payout caps, and unlimited growth potential. When the call-up comes, all Express Funded Accounts (XFA) close. This is what you've been working toward.
 Live Account Size
 Your LFA size is based on the average of all active, eligible XFAs with at least 1 Payout. If you haven't requested any Payouts yet, all XFAs are averaged together. The average is rounded up to the nearest tier ($50K, $100K, or $150K).
 Example: Four 50K XFAs + one 150K XFA = 70K average → rounds up to $100K LFA.
 Starting Balance and Reserve
 At Live activation:
 - 20% of combined XFA balances is available for trading immediately
 - Minimum starting balance: $10,000 (Topstep supplements from Reserve if needed)
 - 80% held in Reserve — unlocked in 4 increments as you hit profit thresholds
 - Each threshold = 25% of Reserve released
 Example: $75K combined profit → $15K to trade, $60K in Reserve.
 Starting balance is capped at your account size. Can't transfer more than $100K into a $100K LFA. The excess is forfeited.
 👉 Heads up: all Express Funded Accounts are averaged together, so new Topstep Labs accounts may affect your account size.
 Capital Expansion — Unlocking Your Reserve

 Real capital. Real markets. The Live Funded Account® (LFA) is the big leagues — Topstep's money behind you, no Payout caps, and unlimited growth potential. When the call-up comes, all Express Funded Accounts (XFA) close. This is what you've been working toward.
 Live Account Size
 Your LFA size is based on the average account size (the funded tier of each XFA — $50K, $100K, or $150K — not the current balance) of all active, eligible XFAs with at least 1 Payout. If you haven't requested any Payouts yet, all XFAs are averaged together. The average is rounded up to the nearest tier ($50K, $100K, or $150K).
 Example: Four 50K XFAs + one 150K XFA = 70K average → rounds up to $100K LFA.
 Starting Balance and Reserve
 Two numbers set your Live starting balance:
 - Account Size — the average of your eligible XFAs, rounded up to the nearest tier. This is a hard cap ($50K, $100K, or $150K)
 - Cumulative balance — the actual balances in those XFAs, added together. Remember: what transfers is capped at the account size.
 What transfers then splits:
 - 20% available to trade immediately — minimum $10,000
 - 80% held in Reserve — released in 4 increments of 25% as you hit profit thresholds
 Example: Four $50K XFAs holding $25K each. Account Size = $50K. Cumulative balance was $100K, so $50K is forfeited. → $10K to trade, $40K in Reserve.
 👉 Heads up: all Express Funded Accounts are averaged together, so new Topstep Labs accounts may affect your account size.
 Capital Expansion — Unlocking Your Reserve

 Details of the Focused Trader Program:
 | Corrective Path | Slowdown Path
 Account limit | 1 active $50K account at a time (Trading Combine, XFA, or LFA) | No restriction
 Time requirement | 6 months | None
 To request a review from the Risk Team | 6 months of consistent trading + $10K net LFA profits, or good trading behavior | $10K net LFA profits or good trading behavior

 Details of the Focused Trader Program:
 | Corrective Path | Slowdown Path
 Account limit | 1 active $50K account at a time (Trading Combine, XFA, or LFA) | Current active accounts can remain open but limited to 1 active $50K account at a time (Trading Combine, XFA, or LFA) once closed.
 Time requirement | 6 months | None
 To request a review from the Risk Team | 6 months of consistent trading + $10K net LFA profits, or good trading behavior | $10K net LFA profits or good trading behavior

 CPI Release Restrictions
 Ahead of Consumer Price Index (CPI) releases, Topstep temporarily restricts new opening transactions on equity index products (ES, RTY, YM, NQ, NKD) in SIM to protect Traders from extreme volatility.
 - Minis (ES, RTY, YM, NQ): No new opening transactions permitted during the 10-minute window surrounding the release (5 minutes before, 5 minutes after).
 - Micros (MES, M2K, MYM, MNQ, MNKD): Opening transactions limited to 1, 3, 6, 9, and 15 contracts for the $25K, $50K, $100K, $150K, and $250K account sizes, respectively, during the window (see table below)
 - Non-equity products (metals, energies, rates, FX, etc.) are unaffected.
 - Existing positions can continue to be held through the window; the restriction only applies to new opening transactions.

 CPI Release Restrictions
 Ahead of Consumer Price Index (CPI) releases, Topstep temporarily restricts new opening transactions on equity index products (ES, RTY, YM, NQ, NKD) in SIM to protect Traders from extreme volatility.
 - Minis (ES, RTY, YM, NQ, NKD): No new opening transactions permitted during the 10-minute window surrounding the release (5 minutes before, 5 minutes after).
 - Micros (MES, M2K, MYM, MNQ): Opening transactions limited to 1, 3, 6, 9, and 15 contracts for the $25K, $50K, $100K, $150K, and $250K account sizes, respectively, during the window (see table below)
 - Non-equity products (metals, energies, rates, FX, etc.) are unaffected.
 - Existing positions can continue to be held through the window; the restriction only applies to new opening transactions.

 Trade Limits
 Cap total trades per day and/or week.
 - Every entry and exit counts as a trade
 - Once the limit is hit, no new trades
 - Open positions can still be managed
 - Trade limits do NOT auto-close open positions
 Setup: Settings → Risk Settings → Trade Limits → enter max daily/weekly → Save.

 Trade Limits
 Cap total trades per day and/or week.
 - Open positions can still be managed
 - Every entry and exit counts as a trade
 - Once the limit is hit, no new trades
 - Trade limits do NOT auto-close open positions
 Setup: Settings → Risk Settings → Trade Limits → enter max daily/weekly → Save.

 Energies Restriction | RBOB Gasoline (RB) = 3/6/9Heating Oil (HO) = 3/6/9Crude Oil (CL) = 3/6/9Micro Crude Oil (MCL) = 30/60/90E-Mini Crude Oil (QM) = 3/6/9 | RBOB Gasoline (RB) = 3/6/9Heating Oil (HO) = 3/6/9Crude Oil (CL) = 3/6/9Micro Crude Oil (MCL) = 3/6/9E-Mini Crude Oil (QM) = 3/6/9
 Metals Restriction | Gold (GC) = 3/6/9Micro Gold (MGC) = 30/60/90Silver (SI) = 0Micro Silver (SIL) = 2/4/6Copper (HG) = 0Micro Copper (MHG) = 2/4/6Platinum (PL) = 0 | Gold (GC) = 3/6/9Micro Gold (MGC) = 5/10/15Silver (SI) = 0Micro Silver (SIL) = 2/4/6Copper (HG) = 0Micro Copper (MHG) = 2/4/6Platinum (PL) = 0
 ⚠️ Please note: For Express Funded Accounts, position limits for restricted products have a ceiling of the contracts listed above (CL = 3/6/9, for example).
 However, a trader's actual limit may be lower depending on their current account balance, as the Scaling Plan applies independently. Learn more below. 👇
· · ·
 - Gold (GC)
 - Micro Gold (MGC)
 150K Express Funded Account
 - Below $1500 balance = 1 contract
 - $1,500 balance = 2 contracts
 - $2,000 balance = 3 contracts
 - $3,000 balance = 6 contracts
 - $4,500 balance = 9 contracts
 100K Express Funded Account
 - Below $1500 balance = 1 contract
 - $1,500 balance = 2 contracts
 - $2,000 balance = 3 contracts
 - $3,000 balance = 6 contracts
 50K Express Funded Account
 - Below $1500 balance = 1 contract
 - $1,500 balance = 1 contract
 - $2,000 balance = 3 contracts
 When Do These Restrictions Apply?
 Position limit adjustments are:
· · ·
 - Social media updates (@AskTopstep on X)
 We'll also notify you when restrictions are lifted and normal position limits are reinstated.
 Have Questions?
 Our Trader Support Team is here to help. If you have questions about current position limits or how these adjustments affect your trading, please contact support.

 Energies Restriction | RBOB Gasoline (RB) = 3/6/9Heating Oil (HO) = 3/6/9Crude Oil (CL) = 3/6/9Micro Crude Oil (MCL) = 30/60/90E-Mini Crude Oil (QM) = 3/6/9 | RBOB Gasoline (RB) = 3/6/9Heating Oil (HO) = 3/6/9Crude Oil (CL) = 3/6/9Micro Crude Oil (MCL) = 3/6/9E-Mini Crude Oil (QM) = 3/6/9
 Metals Restriction | Gold (GC) = 3/6/9Micro Gold (MGC) = 30/60/90Silver (SI) = 0Micro Silver (SIL) = 2/4/6Copper (HG) = 0Micro Copper (MHG) = 2/4/6Platinum (PL) = 0 | Gold (GC) = 3/6/9Micro Gold (MGC) = 5/10/15Silver (SI) = 0Micro Silver (SIL) = 2/4/6Copper (HG) = 0Micro Copper (MHG) = 2/4/6Platinum (PL) = 0
 🧪 Labs: Restricted Products
 - For the $25K Static Trading Combine, restricted products are set to a max contract size of 1 mini/10 micros.
 - For the $250K Trading Combine, restricted energies are set to a max contract size of 15 minis/150 micros. For SIL/MGH, 10 minis/100 micros. SI, HG, and PL are still 0.
 ⚠️ Please note: For Express Funded Accounts, position limits for restricted products have a ceiling of the contracts listed above (CL = 3/6/9, for example).
 However, a trader's actual limit may be lower depending on their current account balance, as the Scaling Plan applies independently. Learn more below. 👇
· · ·
 - Gold (GC)
 - Micro Gold (MGC)
 50K Express Funded Account
 - Below $1500 balance = 1 contract
 - $1,500 balance = 1 contract
 - $2,000 balance = 3 contracts
 100K Express Funded Account
 - Below $1500 balance = 1 contract
 - $1,500 balance = 2 contracts
 - $2,000 balance = 3 contracts
 - $3,000 balance = 6 contracts
 150K Express Funded Account
 - Below $1500 balance = 1 contract
 - $1,500 balance = 2 contracts
 - $2,000 balance = 3 contracts
 - $3,000 balance = 6 contracts
 - $4,500 balance = 9 contracts
 250K Express Funded Account
 - Below $1500 balance = 1 contract
 - $1,500 balance = 2 contracts
 - $2,000 balance = 3 contracts
 - $3,000 balance = 6 contracts
 - $4,500 balance = 9 contracts
 - $6,000 balance = 12 contracts
 - $8,000+ balance = 15 contracts
 When Do These Restrictions Apply?
 Position limit adjustments are:
· · ·
 - Social media updates (@AskTopstep on X)
 We'll also notify you when restrictions are lifted and normal position limits are reinstated.
 CPI Release Restrictions
 Ahead of Consumer Price Index (CPI) releases, Topstep temporarily restricts new opening transactions on equity index products (ES, RTY, YM, NQ, NKD) in SIM to protect Traders from extreme volatility.
 - Minis (ES, RTY, YM, NQ): No new opening transactions permitted during the 10-minute window surrounding the release (5 minutes before, 5 minutes after).
 - Micros (MES, M2K, MYM, MNQ, MNKD): Opening transactions limited to 1, 3, 6, 9, and 15 contracts for the $25K, $50K, $100K, $150K, and $250K account sizes, respectively, during the window (see table below)
 - Non-equity products (metals, energies, rates, FX, etc.) are unaffected.
 - Existing positions can continue to be held through the window; the restriction only applies to new opening transactions.
 - How you'll be alerted: we'll email you and you'll see a banner at the top of the platform, so you're always prepared.
 Account | Margin | Max micros | Equity Minis | Effect during window
 25K | $20,000 | 1 | Blocked | Fully blocked from trading
 50K XFA | $20,000 | 1 | Blocked | Capped at 1 micro
 50K | $50,000 | 3 | Blocked | Capped at 3 micros
 100K | $100,000 | 6 | Blocked | Capped at 6 micros
 150K | $150,000 | 9 | Blocked | Capped at 9 micros
 250K | $250,000 | 15 | Blocked | Capped at 15 micros
 Have Questions?
 Our Trader Support Team is here to help. If you have questions about current position limits or how these adjustments affect your trading, please contact support.

 If your Live Funded Account balance drops below $1,000, the account will be liquidated immediately and closed at the end of the trading day. The remaining balance will be sent to you as a final payout before the account is closed.
 Example: Account drops to $800 = auto liquidation and account closure at the end of that day. The remaining $800 is sent as a final Payout. Unlocked reserve is forfeited.
 Can I have Trading Combines while I have a Live Funded Account?
 Yes. You can have Trading Combines while actively trading a Live Funded Account. The restriction is only on activation — a passed Trading Combine cannot be activated into an Express Funded Account while your Live Funded Account is active. That option becomes available again if the Live Funded Account is lost.

 If your Live Funded Account balance drops below $1,000, the account will be liquidated immediately and closed at the end of the trading day. The remaining balance will be sent to you as a final payout before the account is closed.
 Example: Account drops to $800 = auto liquidation and account closure at the end of that day. The remaining $800 is sent as a final Payout. Unlocked reserve is forfeited.
 What happens if I go inactive?
 Live Funded Accounts with no trading activity for more than 30 days may be closed. Live Funded Accounts can't be put on hold.
 Can I have Trading Combines while I have a Live Funded Account?
 Yes. You can have Trading Combines while actively trading a Live Funded Account. The restriction is only on activation — a passed Trading Combine cannot be activated into an Express Funded Account while your Live Funded Account is active. That option becomes available again if the Live Funded Account is lost.

 - Hide Economic Events — hides economic news plots from your charts
 - Hide Chart Plots / Chart Plot Alignment — additional display controls under Settings → Charts & Data
 Order Management Overview
 Types of Orders

 - Hide Economic Events — hides economic news plots from your charts
 - Hide Chart Plots / Chart Plot Alignment — additional display controls under Settings → Charts & Data
 NEW: Range Bars
 Range Bars
 👉 Let price — not the clock — decide when a bar prints, so trends, consolidation, and breakouts stand out without the noise of time-based charts.
 What it shows
 Each Range Bar represents a fixed price move instead of a fixed slice of time. A new bar prints only when price travels your chosen range (say, 10 ticks) — no move, no new bar, no matter how much time passes. Quiet stretches compress into a few bars; strong moves stretch into a long run of them.
 How do I add Range Bars? Range Bars live inside the Advanced Charts (Beta) component. Press the plus sign to add a component, then drag Advanced Charts (Beta) into your layout.
 What you'll see
 - Long run of same-color bars — a real trend, completing bars quickly.
 - Alternating bars in a tight zone — consolidation. Price isn't committing to a direction.
 - Bars printing faster — volatility is rising, common around news or the session open.
 - Bars slowing down — price has stalled.
 - A clean break from a tight cluster — a shift from balance to directional bars.
 - Trendlines, channels, and support/resistance tend to line up more consistently than on a time chart.
 Where it fits
 Range Bars work on any futures contract, on intraday charts. Range size is adjustable per instrument, since a fixed tick count behaves differently across contracts.
 👉 Please note: Range Bars have been launched in Beta as a real-time chart type. Bars build forward from when you open the chart — you can't scroll back to bars that printed before, and reloading or switching symbols starts the build fresh. Historical data (rebuilding past bars from tick history) is planned for a future release.
 Range Bars FAQs
 Why does my data reset?
 Beta data resets daily, on top of any reload, symbol switch, or connection drop.
 Can I customize my settings?
 Yes. At launch you can choose from 4 chart types and 7 ranges (plus a custom range), and you can change bar color, line color, and timezone.
 Can I link my chart?
 Yes, using the link control in the top-left corner of the component.
 Can I add indicators to Advanced Charts?
 Not at this time. Because it's a custom chart, a number of things aren't available yet, including indicators, drawing tools, and right-click to place chart orders.
 How do I sync the crosshairs from my main chart?
 You can't. Crosshair syncing between your main chart and Advanced Charts isn't supported.
 Order Management Overview
 Types of Orders

 Limit | Buy below market or sell above. Price guaranteed. Fill is not.
 Stop / Stop Market | Becomes a market order when stop price is hit. Buy Stop = above market. Sell Stop = below.
 Stop-Limit | Becomes a limit order at the stop price. Desktop only — use Stop Market on mobile.
 Trailing Stop | Trails the market in set increments. Good for locking in breakeven exits.
 OCO (One Cancels Other) | 2 orders linked. When 1 fills, the other cancels. Used as a bracket.
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 Sell Stop | Below current market price | Enter short on breakdown, or protect a long (stop-loss)
 On TopstepX: Left-click Bid or Ask column = Limit order. Right-click = Stop order. On mobile, tap the order type selector at the top of the Order Ticket to switch between Market, Limit, and Stop Market.
 Stop Limit
 Two prices. 1 order. When your stop price triggers, a limit order goes out — so you control the worst fill you'll accept.
 Trade-off: if price blows through your limit, you don't get filled. You could miss the market entirely. Desktop only — use Stop Market on mobile.
 Trailing Stop
 Locks in a stop at a set distance, then automatically moves it as price moves in your favor. Downside stays protected. Upside stays open.

 Limit | Buy below market or sell above. Price guaranteed. Fill is not.
 Stop / Stop Market | Becomes a market order when stop price is hit. Buy Stop = above market. Sell Stop = below.
 Trailing Stop | Trails the market in set increments. Good for locking in breakeven exits.
 OCO (One Cancels Other) | 2 orders linked. When 1 fills, the other cancels. Used as a bracket.
· · ·
 Sell Stop | Below current market price | Enter short on breakdown, or protect a long (stop-loss)
 On TopstepX: Left-click Bid or Ask column = Limit order. Right-click = Stop order. On mobile, tap the order type selector at the top of the Order Ticket to switch between Market, Limit, and Stop Market.
 Trailing Stop
 Locks in a stop at a set distance, then automatically moves it as price moves in your favor. Downside stays protected. Upside stays open.

 - Desktop audio settings carry over to mobile if mobile audio is enabled
 - Some notifications are new and not included in Hoag's audio pack — only a default sound is available until you upload a custom file
 - TopstepX does not offer chart price alerts, but sound alerts are available for orders placed, canceled, or filled
 TopstepX Order Management
 TopstepX Order Management: Select each feature drop-down below to learn more!

 - Desktop audio settings carry over to mobile if mobile audio is enabled
 - Some notifications are new and not included in Hoag's audio pack — only a default sound is available until you upload a custom file
 TopstepX Order Management
 TopstepX Order Management: Select each feature drop-down below to learn more!

 - Executions are mirrored — but exact fill price and timing may vary slightly due to slippage, liquidity, and market conditions.
 - Turning off the Trade Copier mid-trade will immediately flatten all Follower accounts.
 - If the Lead account hits its Maximum Loss Limit, Daily Loss Limit, or gets auto-liquidated, the Trade Copier shuts off and must be manually re-enabled.
 - When a Payout request is submitted, Follower accounts are automatically unlinked. Check your settings at the start of every session.
 ⚠️ Important: Please read more about how copy trading can affect potential for hedging here.

 - Executions are mirrored — but exact fill price and timing may vary slightly due to slippage, liquidity, and market conditions.
 - Turning off the Trade Copier mid-trade will immediately flatten all Follower accounts.
 Linking / Unlinking
 - If the Lead hits its Daily Loss Limit or is auto-liquidated, all Follower accounts are flattened with it and no further trades copy while the Lead is locked out. The accounts stay linked — copying resumes when the Lead can trade again. You may unlink the accounts manually to trade the followers separately.
 - If the Lead hits its Maximum Loss Limit, the account is permanently violated; unlink the Followers in Settings to trade them independently.
 - If you select Liquidate Only when setting your PDLL/PDPT, when of these violations fires on a follower, that account does get dropped from the copier before it's flattened.
 - If you select Liquidate and Block when setting your PDLL/PDPT, when one of these violations fires on a follower, the account is locked out. It auto-resumes the next trading and does not get removed from Trade Copier.
 - If the Scaling plan does not match between the Leader and followers - follower account will be automatically removed at the start of the trading day
 - When a Payout request is submitted, Follower accounts are automatically unlinked. Check your settings at the start of every session.
 ⚠️ Important: Please read more about how copy trading can affect potential for hedging here.

 TopstepX Order Management
 TopstepX Order Management: Select each feature drop-down below to learn more!
 Auto Profit / Risk Brackets
 Adding Auto Profit / Risk Brackets to your TopstepX Orders & Positions
 Designed to help Traders stay disciplined. Attach predefined stop-loss and take-profit levels to every position automatically. Set at the account level — different accounts can run different strategies.
 👉 Important: The minimum distance Position Brackets can be placed is 4 ticks from the entry price. If you enter a dollar value for your risk and profit amounts that would make your Position Brackets less than 4 ticks from the entry price, TopstepX will default your Position Brackets 4 ticks away automatically.
 Setup:
 - Settings → left sidebar
 - Positions module → Risk and Profit fields
 - Click pencil → enter dollar amounts → Save
 Adjust an active trade by dragging the P&L bar directly.
 Auto-OCO Brackets

 TopstepX Order Management
 TopstepX Order Management: Select each feature drop-down below to learn more!
 Position Risk / Profit Brackets
 Adding Position Risk / Profit Brackets to your TopstepX Orders & Positions
 Designed to help Traders stay disciplined. Attach predefined stop-loss and take-profit levels to every position automatically. Set at the account level — different accounts can run different strategies.
 👉 Important: The minimum distance Position Brackets can be placed is 4 ticks from the entry price. If you enter a dollar value for your risk and profit amounts that would make your Position Brackets less than 4 ticks from the entry price, TopstepX will default your Position Brackets 4 ticks away automatically.
 Setup:
 - Settings → Risk Settings tab
 - Account Settings → Brackets
 - Toggle Position Risk / Profit Brackets ON → enter Risk and Profit dollar amounts
 - Save
 Adjust an active trade by dragging the P&L bar directly.
 Auto-OCO Brackets

 Additionally, an incomplete IDV verification may be the cause. Check your email for the IDV form, complete it, then return to the Add-ons page and try again. IDV is also required for new Trading Combine purchases.
 My Practice Account shows as Ineligible and I can't Unsubscribe — what do I do?
 Any issue with me adding this to the Practice Account article as an FAQ?
 My Practice Account shows as Ineligible and I can't Unsubscribe — what do I do?
 If your Trading Combine subscription is already canceled and your Practice Account shows as Ineligible, the Unsubscribe button may not be available. In this case, please contact our Support Team and we'll close the account for you.

 Additionally, an incomplete IDV verification may be the cause. Check your email for the IDV form, complete it, then return to the Add-ons page and try again. IDV is also required for new Trading Combine purchases.
 My Practice Account shows as Ineligible and I can't Unsubscribe — what do I do?
 My Practice Account shows as Ineligible and I can't Unsubscribe — what do I do?
 If your Trading Combine subscription is already canceled and your Practice Account shows as Ineligible, the Unsubscribe button may not be available. In this case, please contact our Support Team and we'll close the account for you.

 Nikkei (NKD) | $5.32
 Micro E-mini Bitcoin (MBT) | $2.82
 Micro E-mini Ether (MET) | $0.82
 CME NYMEX Futures |
 Crude Oil (CL) | $4.02
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 RBOB Gasoline (RB) | $4.02
 Heating Oil (HO) | $4.02
 Natural Gas (NG) | $4.18
 Micro Henry Hub Natural Gas (MNG) | $1.72
 CME CBOT Equity Futures |
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 Japanese Yen (6J) | $4.22
 Swiss Franc (6S) | $4.22
 E-mini Euro FX (E7) | $2.22
 Mexican Peso (6M) | $4.22
 New Zealand $ (6N) | $4.22
· · ·
 2-Year Note (ZT) | $2.32
 5-Year Note (ZF) | $2.32
 10-Year Note (ZN) | $2.58
 30-Year Bond (ZB) | $2.76
 Ultra-Bond (UB) | $2.92

 Nikkei (NKD) | $5.32
 Micro E-mini Bitcoin (MBT) | $2.82
 Micro E-mini Ether (MET) | $0.72
 CME NYMEX Futures |
 Crude Oil (CL) | $4.02
· · ·
 RBOB Gasoline (RB) | $4.02
 Heating Oil (HO) | $4.02
 Natural Gas (NG) | $4.22
 Micro Henry Hub Natural Gas (MNG) | $1.72
 CME CBOT Equity Futures |
· · ·
 Japanese Yen (6J) | $4.22
 Swiss Franc (6S) | $4.22
 E-mini Euro FX (E7) | $2.72
 Mexican Peso (6M) | $4.22
 New Zealand $ (6N) | $4.22
· · ·
 2-Year Note (ZT) | $2.32
 5-Year Note (ZF) | $2.32
 10-Year Note (ZN) | $2.62
 30-Year Bond (ZB) | $2.76
 Ultra-Bond (UB) | $2.92

 If your Live Funded Account balance drops below $1,000, the account will be liquidated immediately and closed at the end of the trading day. The remaining balance will be sent to you as a final payout before the account is closed.
 Example: Account drops to $800 = auto liquidation and account closure at the end of that day. The remaining $800 is sent as a final Payout. Unlocked reserve is forfeited.
 Tip: You can duplicate trades across multiple accounts using a trade copier. Learn more here.

 If your Live Funded Account balance drops below $1,000, the account will be liquidated immediately and closed at the end of the trading day. The remaining balance will be sent to you as a final payout before the account is closed.
 Example: Account drops to $800 = auto liquidation and account closure at the end of that day. The remaining $800 is sent as a final Payout. Unlocked reserve is forfeited.
 Can I have Trading Combines while I have a Live Funded Account?
 Yes. You can have Trading Combines while actively trading a Live Funded Account. The restriction is only on activation — a passed Trading Combine cannot be activated into an Express Funded Account while your Live Funded Account is active. That option becomes available again if the Live Funded Account is lost.
 Tip: You can duplicate trades across multiple accounts using a trade copier. Learn more here.

 - A Temporary Hedging Violation will be issued and you will be prohibited from trading for the remainder of the trading day.
 - The violation will apply across the hedged accounts
 Please note: after numerous warnings, your account may be permanently closed without further notice if you continue to hedge your positions. This action is irreversible. For this reason, it's very important that you review our Hedging Policy and trade responsibly.
 Important Notes
 - Monitoring applies in real-time
· · ·
 Yes! You can trade the same markets across different accounts. What's prohibited is holding opposite positions simultaneously in a way that eliminates market risk.
 What if I disagree with an enforcement decision?
 All audit decisions are final. We encourage you to review our trading policies to ensure full compliance moving forward. If you have general questions about the policy itself, we are happy to clarify.
 Are hedging attempts tracked at the account level or trader level?
 Hedging attempts are tracked at the Trader level. If a Trader received a first-time warning and acknowledged the hedging policy, subsequent hedging activity in any newly purchased account is treated as a post-acknowledgment violation.
· · ·
 Will a hedging warning affect my payout request?
 No, warnings alone do not impact your payouts.
 Additional Resources
 - Topstep Terms of Use

 - A Temporary Hedging Violation will be issued and you will be prohibited from trading for the remainder of the trading day.
 - The violation will apply across the hedged accounts
 Please note: after numerous warnings, your account may be permanently closed without further notice if you continue to hedge your positions. This action is irreversible. For this reason, it's very important that you review our Hedging Policy and trade responsibly.Additionally, accounts closed for hedging violations are not eligible for payouts, and any associated profits cannot be withdrawn.
 Important Notes
 - Monitoring applies in real-time
· · ·
 Yes! You can trade the same markets across different accounts. What's prohibited is holding opposite positions simultaneously in a way that eliminates market risk.
 What if I disagree with an enforcement decision?
 Confirmed hedging violations are final and cannot be appealed. Accounts closed due to these violations cannot be reopened or reinstated. We encourage you to review our trading policies to ensure full compliance moving forward. If you have general questions about the policy itself, we are happy to clarify.
 Are hedging attempts tracked at the account level or trader level?
 Hedging attempts are tracked at the Trader level. If a Trader received a first-time warning and acknowledged the hedging policy, subsequent hedging activity in any newly purchased account is treated as a post-acknowledgment violation.
· · ·
 Will a hedging warning affect my payout request?
 No, warnings alone do not impact your payouts.
 Are hedging violations appealable?
 No. Confirmed hedging violations are final and not eligible for appeal.
 Can accounts closed for hedging violations be reopened?
 No. Accounts closed due to hedging violations cannot be reopened or reinstated.
 What happens to profits/payouts if my account is closed for hedging?
 Accounts closed for hedging violations are not eligible for payouts, and any associated profits cannot be withdrawn.
 Additional Resources
 - Topstep Terms of Use

 👉 This applies to your first-ever Trading Combine® purchase only. We just ask for feedback on why it wasn't a fit.
 Accidentally Left Subscription On / Forgot to Cancel
 Your Trading Combine® is a monthly subscription that Rebills approximately every 30 days until you pass or cancel. Managing your subscription is your responsibility.
 - Manage your subscription at dashboard.topstep.com.
 - Accounts must have no trading activity
 - Contact us within 28 days of the charge.

 👉 This applies to your first-ever Trading Combine® purchase only. We just ask for feedback on why it wasn't a fit.
 Accidentally Left Subscription On / Forgot to Cancel
 Your Trading Combine® is a monthly subscription that Rebills approximately every 30 days until you pass or cancel. Managing your subscription is your responsibility. You will receive a reminder email 3 days before your Rebill processes. Manage your subscription at dashboard.topstep.com.
 - Accounts must have no trading activity
 - Contact us within 28 days of the charge.