About FTMO
FTMO, based in the Czech Republic and established in January 2015, is a CFD firm offering 2 Steps and 1 Step program types. Account sizes range from $10,000 to $200,000. Supported platforms include MT5, cTrader, DXTrade and MT4. Tradable instruments include Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks and Cryptocurrencies. Leverage options include a Normal setting with 1:100 on Forex and exotic pairs and 1:50 for Metals CFDs, Cash CFDs and Futures CFDs, and a Swing setting with 1:30 on Forex and exotic pairs and 1:15 for Metals, Cash and Futures CFDs.
FTMO Key Information
FTMO Quick Stats
FTMO Trading Rules
Consistency Rule: While not a hard rule, FTMO has a "Best Day" guideline for certain account types where your most profitable day should not exceed 50% of your total profit.
EA Details: Legitimate automated strategies are permitted, but High Frequency Trading and arbitrage are forbidden.
News Trading Details: For Standard accounts, no trading 2 minutes before and after high-impact news releases.
Drawdown Basis: Balance
Drawdown Measurement: Absolute
FTMO Funding and Account Options
FTMO Available Instruments
FTMO Payout Policy
FTMO Scaling Plan
FTMO Forex Details
FTMO Spreads and Commissions
| Asset Class | Avg. Spread | Commission |
|---|---|---|
| forex | 0.03 pips | $5 per lot |
| metals | 0.10 pips | 0.0014%/Volume |
| crypto | 0.0325% per side | 0.0650%/Volume |
| indices | 0 | — |
| commodities | 0.15% | — |
FTMO Banned Countries (77)
FTMO Challenge Types and Costs
FTMO offers 1-step and 2-step programs with account sizes from $10K to $200K, with evaluation fees ranging from $79 to $1080.
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2 step
Compare every FTMO challenge tier
Profit targets, drawdowns, fees and payouts side-by-side.
Evaluation fee is refunded after a successful payout.
FTMO Real Trader Results and Payouts
Verified trader feedback, payout cadence and the policies that determine how often you can withdraw profits at FTMO.
Payout policy at a glance
- First payout available after 14 days of trading.
- Payouts cycle on a Bi-weekly or On-Demand schedule.
- Withdrawals process in 1-2 business days.
- Minimum withdrawal amount: $52.
- Supported payout methods: Bank Transfer, Crypto, Mastercard, Skrill, Visa Direct.
FTMO Trading Rules Deep Dive
The fine print that decides whether traders pass or breach. Each rule below uses FTMO's specific values.
FTMO Scaling Plan and Long-Term Growth
How your account grows once you're funded with FTMO, and where the profit split ceiling sits.
How scaling works at FTMO
Conditions: 10% net profit (total) across 4-month period
Increment: 25%
How FTMO Compares
Where FTMO outperforms typical prop firms — and where its rules are stricter than the industry average.
FTMO strengths
- High profit split ceiling (90%) versus a typical 80% industry standard.
- Fast first payout — available after 14 days versus the typical 30-day minimum.
- Quick payout processing (1-2 business days).
- Wide platform choice: cTrader, DXTrade, MT4, MT5.
- Evaluation fee is refundable after a successful payout.
- Scaling plan grows accounts up to $2.0M.
- US traders are accepted.
Things to watch out for
- Consistency rule applies — best day capped as a percentage of total profit.
- 77 banned countries — verify your jurisdiction before purchasing.
- KYC verification is required before payouts.
FTMO pricing starts from $79 and goes up to $1080.
Use FTMO's active discounts to lower the entry cost.
FTMO Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions traders ask about FTMO.