FTMO
Core Metrics
Executive Summary
FTMO offers an 80% profit split with a two-phase evaluation. Max drawdown is 10% with a 5% daily limit.
What is FTMO?
FTMO is one of the most established proprietary trading firms, founded in 2015 in Prague, Czech Republic. They offer traders the opportunity to trade with funded accounts up to $200,000.
Evaluation Process
The FTMO Challenge is a two-step evaluation: first a Challenge phase (30 days, 10% profit target), then a Verification phase (60 days, 5% profit target).
Profit Split & Payouts
Traders receive an 80% profit split, which can scale up to 90% through the Scaling Plan. Payouts are processed bi-weekly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FTMO a legitimate prop firm?
FTMO is a proprietary trading firm that provides funded accounts to traders who pass their evaluation challenge. PropMason tracks rule changes and community feedback to help traders make informed decisions. Always conduct your own due diligence before funding an account.
What is FTMO's profit split?
FTMO offers up to 90% profit split to funded traders. This means you keep 90% of all profits generated in your funded account. Check their current pricing page for the latest split terms, as firms occasionally update these figures.
How does FTMO's drawdown rule work?
FTMO uses a static drawdown — a fixed loss limit from your initial balance. Your account will be closed if losses exceed 10% of the applicable balance. Understanding your drawdown type is critical — trailing drawdown is generally stricter than static drawdown.
How much does FTMO's evaluation cost?
FTMO's evaluation challenge starts from $79. The evaluation fee is refundable upon passing and receiving your first payout. Prices vary by account size — larger funded accounts require higher evaluation fees.
When can I withdraw profits from FTMO?
At FTMO, first payout is available after 14 days, and payouts are processed bi-weekly. Always verify the latest payout terms directly with the firm, as conditions may change. PropMason tracks rule changes so you can see if payout terms have been modified recently.
What trading platforms does FTMO support?
FTMO supports MT4, MT5, CTRADER for trading. MetaTrader 4 (MT4) is widely used due to its robust EA (Expert Advisor) support and familiarity among prop firm traders.
How does PropMason track FTMO's rule changes?
PropMason automatically monitors FTMO's website and T&Cs for changes to key metrics including profit splits, drawdown limits, payout rules, and challenge pricing. When changes are detected — whether silently updated or officially announced — they are logged in our changelog so traders are never caught off-guard by unexpected rule changes.
Answers are auto-generated based on verified data. Always confirm current terms directly with FTMO.
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