FTMO trading rules (2026): drawdown, time limits and restrictions
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Data refreshed 24 Sep 2026 · Compiled by David Ispiryan · FTMO facts verified by BrokerCatalogue research desk (from the firm's own site) on 2026-09-24
FTMO applies a daily drawdown limit of 5% (2-Step); 3% (1-Step), a maximum drawdown of 10% static (2-Step); trailing 10% end-of-day (1-Step), a time limit of none and a minimum of 4 (2-Step); none (1-Step) trading days (checked 2026-09-24).
FTMO — rules at a glance
| Daily drawdown limit | 5% (2-Step); 3% (1-Step) |
|---|---|
| Maximum drawdown | 10% static (2-Step); trailing 10% end-of-day (1-Step) |
| Time limit | none |
| Minimum trading days | 4 (2-Step); none (1-Step) |
| News trading | Restricted |
| Weekend holding | Restricted |
| EAs / algos allowed | Restricted |
| Evaluation models | One-step, Two-step |
Drawdown limits are measured against the starting balance unless the firm says otherwise; "trailing" limits move up with your equity high-water mark and are harder to trade around. Rules differ between evaluation models and change without notice: the firm's own rules page is the only binding version.
Sources: ftmo.com/en/trading-objectives/ · ftmo.com/en/comparison-table/ · ftmo.com/en/challenge/ · checked 2026-09-24
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FTMO trading rules (2026): drawdown, time limits and restrictions
FTMO applies a daily drawdown limit of 5% (2-Step); 3% (1-Step), a maximum drawdown of 10% static (2-Step); trailing 10% end-of-day (1-Step), a time limit of none and a minimum of 4 (2-Step); none (1-Step) trading days (checked 2026-09-24).
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