FTMO review
FTMO's 1-Step and 2-Step routes have decisive differences: the first uses end-of-day trailing loss and a Best Day rule; the second uses a static maximum loss and offers a Swing account variant.
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FTMO states that its services and accounts are simulated, it is not a broker and it does not accept client deposits.
Rules by route.
Percentages alone are incomplete. Confirm the calculation base, reset time and whether loss trails balance or equity.
End-of-day trailing50% Best Day rule · unlimited time · no formal minimum days
StaticFour minimum trading days per phase · Swing variant available
What may fit
- Clear official distinction between 1-Step and 2-Step objectives
- MT5, MT4 and cTrader availability
- Official legal disclosure describes the simulated service
- Withdrawal request eligibility is documented from day 14
What needs scrutiny
- 1-Step includes a 50% Best Day rule
- 1-Step maximum loss trails on an end-of-day basis
- Standard funded accounts have news and weekend restrictions
- Swing conditions are limited to the 2-Step route
Rules that can change strategy fit
- Standard FTMO Accounts restrict selected news-event trading
- Standard accounts normally close before weekends
- Swing accounts allow weekend/news flexibility but are tied to 2-Step
Eligibility before headline split
FTMO states 90% for 1-Step and 80%, potentially 90%, for 2-Step. Reward requests can begin on day 14 after the first trade; FTMO states no additional withdrawal commission.
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These links support the profile as checked on 27 July 2026. Provider terms control if a summary differs or a rule changes.