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Futures
Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
With FTMO Futures, you can access a simulated trading environment and trade futures contracts (including Micro and Mini contracts) on instruments from the major CME Group exchanges. The full list of available instruments is published in this FAQ and shown on your trading platform.
Your trading style is up to you. As long as your trading is legitimate and in line with proper risk management, conforms to the real market conditions, and does not constitute Forbidden Trading Practices, we have no reasons for limiting or restricting your trading strategy, whether it’s discretionary trading, algorithmic trading or EAs. When trading, keep in mind that your trading style should be replicable on live accounts to generate the same results as on your Evaluation or Sim-Funded Account. We do not require you to use a Stop-loss, although it’s generally advisable to always have certain safety measures in place.
If you intend to use trading robots (Expert Advisors – EAs), keep in mind that if you use a third-party EA, other traders may already be using the same EA and therefore the same strategy. By using a third-party EA, you risk being denied the Sim-Funded Account, since no copy trading across registrations is allowed and FTMO requires you to use a unique strategy. Also, please keep in mind that the platform’s servers have an API limit on the number of orders per predefined time period.
Please beware of practices that have nothing in common with serious trading. If we identify such practice, we reserve our right to take the necessary action to mitigate risk. This might vary from removing the conflicting positions, rebalancing the account, or terminating the account completely and ceasing our cooperation altogether. You may refer to the Forbidden Trading Practices page for more information on what constitutes Forbidden Trading Practices. Please use our services with genuine intentions and show us your edge in the markets and consistency that you can be proud of.
Why should I join FTMO?
Why is there a fee?
− How do I become an FTMO Trader?
+ Who is an FTMO Trader, and how do I become one?
Can I modify my platform or account type?
How to start?
Start Your Evaluation Today
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Trade with up to 3 Sim-Funded accounts
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Up to $450,000 in simulated capital
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Keep up to 90% of your simulated profits
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Futures
New with FTMO
What is FTMO?
− Where is your office? How do I contact you?
− How to Start?
+ Why should I join FTMO?
Who can join FTMO Futures?
Is FTMO a trustworthy company?
− Why should I join FTMO?
+ Where is your office? How do I contact you?
+ How to Start?
Can I trade FTMO Futures together with other FTMO products?
+ Orders & Billings
+ How does the payment for the Evaluation work? Is it one-time fee or a subscription?
+ What payment methods are available?
+ What happens if my card gets declined during the subscription?
+ I paid for my Evaluation, when will I get the account?
+ Can I cancel my subscription?
Evaluation
Who is an FTMO Trader, and how do I become one?
How long does it take to become an FTMO Trader?
How do the Growth and Pro products differ?
− When do I complete FTMO Identity?
+ What is FTMO Identity, and when do I complete it?
I have successfully passed the Evaluation, what to do now?
+ Sim-Funded Account
+ How do I withdraw my payout from a Sim-Funded Account?
+ How does a Sim-Funded Account work from the technical side?
+ What is the legal relationship between an FTMO Trader and FTMO after signing the FTMO Futures Sim-Funded Account Terms & Conditions?
+ Live Funded Account
+ Who is eligible for a Live Funded Account?
+ Trading Objectives
+ What are the Trading Objectives?
+ How does your Consistency Rule work?
+ What is the difference between Balance and Equity?
Rules
− How many accounts can I have?
Can I trade news?
+ Can I hold positions overnight or over the weekend?
Can I travel or use VPN/VPS?
Can I merge my trading accounts?
− Do I have to close my positions before the market close or before the weekend?
+ How many accounts can I have?
What is the rule about trading within 2% of a CME price limit?
What is 'Trading according to a real market'?
Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
Section: Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
− Trading Objectives
− What are the Trading Objectives, and what happens if I violate them?
− How does your Consistency Rule work?
− What is the difference between Balance and Equity?
− Sim-Funded Account
− What is the legal relationship between an FTMO Trader and FTMO after signing the FTMO Futures Sim-Funded Account Terms & Conditions?
− How do I withdraw my payout from a Sim-Funded Account?
− How does a Sim-Funded Account work from the technical side?
− Live Funded Account
− Who is eligible for a Live Funded Account?
− Orders & Billings
− How does the payment for the Evaluation work? Is it one-time fee or a subscription?
− What payment methods are available?
− Can I cancel my subscription?
− What happens if my card gets declined during the subscription?
− I paid for my Evaluation, when will I get the account?
− Platforms & Market Data
+ Platforms & Account Specifications
Which platforms can I use for trading?
+ What are the account specifications?
+ What is the CME Non-Professional Attestation?
+ How does the FTMO technical infrastructure work?
Can I modify my platform?
How do I log in to Tradovate?
How do I log in to NinjaTrader?
How do I log in to TradingView?
− How does the FTMO technical infrastructure work?
− What is the CME Non-Professional Attestation?
− Do you provide the market data? Is Depth of Market included?
− Instruments & Specifications
− What are the account specifications?
+ Instruments
What is the maximum number of contracts I can trade?
What happens during the contract expiry?
+ Do you provide the market data? Is Depth of Market included?
Which instruments can I trade with FTMO Futures?
Applications & other Services
Do you offer a Free Trial?
Can I use FTMO Points to subscribe to the FTMO Futures Evaluation?
Affiliate Programme
How does the FTMO Affiliate Programme work?
What is the application and approval process?
− Are there countries where I cannot refer clients or receive payouts?
+ Are there country restrictions for affiliates and referred clients?
How do I earn commissions as an affiliate?
How does the affiliate levels system work?
How do FTMO Futures commissions work?
What is my affiliate code and how do traders use it?
How does attribution work for FTMO Futures referrals?
Do traders I referred before the FTMO Futures launch earn me Futures commissions?
How does the commission approval process work?
In which currency are my commissions calculated and paid?
What are the requirements for an affiliate payout?
What are the key promotional rules I must follow?
How do the FTMO and FTMO US Affiliate Programmes differ?
All FAQ
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How do I log in to Tradovate?
How do I log in to NinjaTrader?
How do I log in to TradingView?
How does the FTMO technical infrastructure work?
What is the CME Non-Professional Attestation?
Do you provide the market data? Is Depth of Market included?
Instruments & Specifications
What are the account specifications?
What is the maximum number of contracts I can trade?
What happens during the contract expiry?
Which instruments can I trade with FTMO Futures?
Applications & other Services
Section: Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
− How about a Free Trial?
+ Do you offer a Free Trial?
Can I use FTMO Points to subscribe to the FTMO Futures Evaluation?
Affiliate Programme
How does the FTMO Affiliate Programme work?
What is the application and approval process?
Are there countries where I cannot refer clients or receive payouts?
How do I earn commissions as an affiliate?
How does the affiliate levels system work?
How do FTMO Futures commissions work?
What is my affiliate code and how do traders use it?
How does attribution work for FTMO Futures referrals?
Do traders I referred before the FTMO Futures launch earn me Futures commissions?
How does the commission approval process work?
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Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
With FTMO Futures, you can access a simulated trading environment and trade futures contracts (including Micro and Mini contracts) on instruments from the major CME Group exchanges. The full list of available instruments is published in this FAQ and shown on your trading platform.
Your trading style is up to you. As long as your trading is legitimate and in line with proper risk management, conforms to the real market conditions, and does not constitute Forbidden Trading Practices, we have no reasons for limiting or restricting your trading strategy, whether it’s discretionary trading, algorithmic trading or EAs. When trading, keep in mind that your trading style should be replicable on live accounts to generate the same results as on your Evaluation or Sim-Funded Account. We do not require you to use a Stop-loss, although it’s generally advisable to always have certain safety measures in place.
If you intend to use trading robots (Expert Advisors – EAs), keep in mind that if you use a third-party EA, other traders may already be using the same EA and therefore the same strategy. By using a third-party EA, you risk being denied the Sim-Funded Account, since no copy trading across registrations is allowed and FTMO requires you to use a unique strategy. Also, please keep in mind that the platform’s servers have an API limit on the number of orders per predefined time period.
Please beware of practices that have nothing in common with serious trading. If we identify such practice, we reserve our right to take the necessary action to mitigate risk. This might vary from removing the conflicting positions, rebalancing the account, or terminating the account completely and ceasing our cooperation altogether. You may refer to the Forbidden Trading Practices page for more information on what constitutes Forbidden Trading Practices. Please use our services with genuine intentions and show us your edge in the markets and consistency that you can be proud of.
Why should I join FTMO?
Why is there a fee?
How do I become an FTMO Trader?
Can I modify my platform or account type?
How to start?
Start Your Evaluation Today
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Section: Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
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+ Unlimited Evaluation Accounts
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+ Trade with up to 3 Sim-Funded accounts
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Up to $450,000 in simulated capital
-
Keep up to 90% of your simulated profits
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How do I log in to TradingView?
How does the FTMO technical infrastructure work?
What is the CME Non-Professional Attestation?
Do you provide the market data? Is Depth of Market included?
Instruments & Specifications
What are the account specifications?
What is the maximum number of contracts I can trade?
What happens during the contract expiry?
Which instruments can I trade with FTMO Futures?
Applications & other Services
How about a Free Trial?
Can I use FTMO Points to subscribe to the FTMO Futures Evaluation?
Section: Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
+ Affiliate Programme
+ How does the FTMO Affiliate Programme work?
+ What is the application and approval process?
+ Are there countries where I cannot refer clients or receive payouts?
+ How do I earn commissions as an affiliate?
+ How does the affiliate levels system work?
+ How do FTMO Futures commissions work?
+ What is my affiliate code and how do traders use it?
+ How does attribution work for FTMO Futures referrals?
+ Do traders I referred before the FTMO Futures launch earn me Futures commissions?
+ How does the commission approval process work?
+ In which currency are my commissions calculated and paid?
+ What are the requirements for an affiliate payout?
+ What are the key promotional rules I must follow?
+ How do the FTMO and FTMO US Affiliate Programmes differ?
All FAQ
Futures
Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
With FTMO Futures, you can access a simulated trading environment and trade futures contracts (including Micro and Mini contracts) on instruments from the major CME Group exchanges. The full list of available instruments is published in this FAQ and shown on your trading platform.
Your trading style is up to you. As long as your trading is legitimate and in line with proper risk management, conforms to the real market conditions, and does not constitute Forbidden Trading Practices, we have no reasons for limiting or restricting your trading strategy, whether it’s discretionary trading, algorithmic trading or EAs. When trading, keep in mind that your trading style should be replicable on live accounts to generate the same results as on your Evaluation or Sim-Funded Account. We do not require you to use a Stop-loss, although it’s generally advisable to always have certain safety measures in place.
If you intend to use trading robots (Expert Advisors – EAs), keep in mind that if you use a third-party EA, other traders may already be using the same EA and therefore the same strategy. By using a third-party EA, you risk being denied the Sim-Funded Account, since no copy trading across registrations is allowed and FTMO requires you to use a unique strategy. Also, please keep in mind that the platform’s servers have an API limit on the number of orders per predefined time period.
Please beware of practices that have nothing in common with serious trading. If we identify such practice, we reserve our right to take the necessary action to mitigate risk. This might vary from removing the conflicting positions, rebalancing the account, or terminating the account completely and ceasing our cooperation altogether. You may refer to the Forbidden Trading Practices page for more information on what constitutes Forbidden Trading Practices. Please use our services with genuine intentions and show us your edge in the markets and consistency that you can be proud of.
Why should I join FTMO?
Why is there a fee?
How do I become an FTMO Trader?
Can I modify my platform or account type?
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What are the account specifications?
What is the maximum number of contracts I can trade?
What happens during the contract expiry?
Which instruments can I trade with FTMO Futures?
Applications & other Services
How about a Free Trial?
Can I use FTMO Points to subscribe to the FTMO Futures Evaluation?
All FAQ
Futures
Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
With FTMO Futures, you can access a simulated trading environment and trade futures contracts (including Micro and Mini contracts) on instruments from the major CME Group exchanges. The full list of available instruments is published in this FAQ and shown on your trading platform.
Section: Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
− Your trading style is up to you. As long as your trading is legitimate and in line with proper risk management, conforms to the real market conditions, and does not constitute Forbidden Trading Practices, we have no reasons for limiting or restricting your trading strategy, whether it’s discretionary trading, algorithmic trading or EAs. When trading, keep in mind that your trading style should be replicable on live accounts to generate the same results as on your Evaluation or Sim-Funded Account. We do not require you to use a Stop-loss, although it’s generally advisable to always have certain safety measures in place. You can also view the available instruments via the attached link.
+ Your trading style is up to you. As long as your trading is legitimate and in line with proper risk management, conforms to the real market conditions, and does not constitute Forbidden Trading Practices, we have no reasons for limiting or restricting your trading strategy, whether it’s discretionary trading, algorithmic trading or EAs. When trading, keep in mind that your trading style should be replicable on live accounts to generate the same results as on your Evaluation or Sim-Funded Account. We do not require you to use a Stop-loss, although it’s generally advisable to always have certain safety measures in place.
If you intend to use trading robots (Expert Advisors – EAs), keep in mind that if you use a third-party EA, other traders may already be using the same EA and therefore the same strategy. By using a third-party EA, you risk being denied the Sim-Funded Account, since no copy trading across registrations is allowed and FTMO requires you to use a unique strategy. Also, please keep in mind that the platform’s servers have an API limit on the number of orders per predefined time period.
Please beware of practices that have nothing in common with serious trading. If we identify such practice, we reserve our right to take the necessary action to mitigate risk. This might vary from removing the conflicting positions, rebalancing the account, or terminating the account completely and ceasing our cooperation altogether. You may refer to the Forbidden Trading Practices page for more information on what constitutes Forbidden Trading Practices. Please use our services with genuine intentions and show us your edge in the markets and consistency that you can be proud of.
Why should I join FTMO?
Why is there a fee?
How do I become an FTMO Trader?
Can I modify my platform or account type?
How to start?
Start Your Evaluation Today
-
Trade with up to 3 funded accounts
-
Up to $450,000 in simulated capital
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Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
With FTMO Futures, you can access a simulated trading environment and trade futures contracts (including Micro and Mini contracts) on instruments from the major CME Group exchanges. The full list of available instruments is published in this FAQ and shown on your trading platform.
Your trading style is up to you. As long as your trading is legitimate and in line with proper risk management, conforms to the real market conditions, and does not constitute Forbidden Trading Practices, we have no reasons for limiting or restricting your trading strategy, whether it’s discretionary trading, algorithmic trading or EAs. When trading, keep in mind that your trading style should be replicable on live accounts to generate the same results as on your Evaluation or Sim-Funded Account. We do not require you to use a Stop-loss, although it’s generally advisable to always have certain safety measures in place. You can also view the available instruments via the attached link.
If you intend to use trading robots (Expert Advisors – EAs), keep in mind that if you use a third-party EA, other traders may already be using the same EA and therefore the same strategy. By using a third-party EA, you risk being denied the Sim-Funded Account, since no copy trading across registrations is allowed and FTMO requires you to use a unique strategy. Also, please keep in mind that the platform’s servers have an API limit on the number of orders per predefined time period.
Please beware of practices that have nothing in common with serious trading. If we identify such practice, we reserve our right to take the necessary action to mitigate risk. This might vary from removing the conflicting positions, rebalancing the account, or terminating the account completely and ceasing our cooperation altogether. You may refer to the Forbidden Trading Practices page for more information on what constitutes Forbidden Trading Practices. Please use our services with genuine intentions and show us your edge in the markets and consistency that you can be proud of.
Why should I join FTMO?
Why is there a fee?
How do I become an FTMO Trader?
Can I modify my platform or account type?
How to start?
Start Your Evaluation Today
-
Section: Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
− Start your path to your Sim-Funded Account
+ Trade with up to 3 funded accounts
-
Up to $450,000 in simulated capital
-
− Tight spreads, deep liquidity
+ Keep up to 90% of your simulated profits
Trade Futures
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CFDs
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Futures
New with FTMO
What is FTMO?
Where is your office? How do I contact you?
How to Start?
Who can join FTMO Futures?
Is FTMO a trustworthy company?
Why should I join FTMO?
Can I trade FTMO Futures together with other FTMO products?
Evaluation
Who is an FTMO Trader, and how do I become one?
How long does it take to become an FTMO Trader?
How do the Growth and Pro products differ?
When do I complete FTMO Identity?
I have successfully passed the Evaluation, what to do now?
Rules
How many accounts can I have?
Can I trade news?
Can I travel or use VPN/VPS?
Can I merge my trading accounts?
Do I have to close my positions before the market close or before the weekend?
What is the rule about trading within 2% of a CME price limit?
What is 'Trading according to a real market'?
Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
Trading Objectives
What are the Trading Objectives, and what happens if I violate them?
How does your Consistency Rule work?
What is the difference between Balance and Equity?
Sim-Funded Account
What is the legal relationship between an FTMO Trader and FTMO after signing the FTMO Futures Sim-Funded Account Terms & Conditions?
How do I withdraw my payout from a Sim-Funded Account?
How does a Sim-Funded Account work from the technical side?
Live Funded Account
Who is eligible for a Live Funded Account?
Orders & Billings
How does the payment for the Evaluation work? Is it one-time fee or a subscription?
What payment methods are available?
Can I cancel my subscription?
What happens if my card gets declined during the subscription?
I paid for my Evaluation, when will I get the account?
Platforms & Market Data
Which platforms can I use for trading?
Can I modify my platform?
How do I log in to Tradovate?
How do I log in to NinjaTrader?
How do I log in to TradingView?
How does the FTMO technical infrastructure work?
What is the CME Non-Professional Attestation?
Do you provide the market data? Is Depth of Market included?
Instruments & Specifications
What are the account specifications?
What is the maximum number of contracts I can trade?
What happens during the contract expiry?
Which instruments can I trade with FTMO Futures?
Applications & other Services
How about a Free Trial?
Can I use FTMO Points to subscribe to the FTMO Futures Evaluation?
All FAQ
Futures
Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
With FTMO Futures, you can access a simulated trading environment and trade futures contracts (including Micro and Mini contracts) on instruments from the major CME Group exchanges. The full list of available instruments is published in this FAQ and shown on your trading platform.
Your trading style is up to you. As long as your trading is legitimate and in line with proper risk management, conforms to the real market conditions, and does not constitute Forbidden Trading Practices, we have no reasons for limiting or restricting your trading strategy, whether it’s discretionary trading, algorithmic trading or EAs. When trading, keep in mind that your trading style should be replicable on live accounts to generate the same results as on your Evaluation or Sim-Funded Account. We do not require you to use a Stop-loss, although it’s generally advisable to always have certain safety measures in place. You can also view the available instruments via the attached link.
If you intend to use trading robots (Expert Advisors – EAs), keep in mind that if you use a third-party EA, other traders may already be using the same EA and therefore the same strategy. By using a third-party EA, you risk being denied the Sim-Funded Account, since no copy trading across registrations is allowed and FTMO requires you to use a unique strategy. Also, please keep in mind that the platform’s servers have an API limit on the number of orders per predefined time period.
Please beware of practices that have nothing in common with serious trading. If we identify such practice, we reserve our right to take the necessary action to mitigate risk. This might vary from removing the conflicting positions, rebalancing the account, or terminating the account completely and ceasing our cooperation altogether. You may refer to the Forbidden Trading Practices page for more information on what constitutes Forbidden Trading Practices. Please use our services with genuine intentions and show us your edge in the markets and consistency that you can be proud of.
Why should I join FTMO?
Why is there a fee?
How do I become an FTMO Trader?
Can I modify my platform or account type?
How to start?
Start Your Evaluation Today
-
Start your path to your Sim-Funded Account
-
Up to $450,000 in simulated capital
-
Tight spreads, deep liquidity
Trade Futures
Worldwide Reviews
Prove Your Skills with a Trusted Firm
We've been empowering traders since 2015. Join them now!
4.5M+
Customers worldwide
$650M+
Paid in rewards worldwide
4.8/5
Trustpilot
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