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Main/General FAQs

  • What is PropShopTrader, and why should I join?
  • What is my journey in PropShopTrader?
  • What is Simulation Trading and What’s Not Allowed?
  • What are the key expectations for trading at PropShopTrader?
  • How long do I have to pass my evaluation?
  • How can I improve my trading skills? Are Courses Available?
  • How does PropShopTrader handle trader payouts?
  • Do you allow Algos or Fully Automated Strategies?
  • How to Reinstall the Tickblaze Platform?
  • How Do I Disable Pop Ups & Alerts In Rtrader Pro?
  • How do I add a coupon to my purchase?
  • Platform Compatibility & System Requirements FAQ
  • Do you have an Inactivity Policy?
  • Market Data Fees, Professional Status & Level 2 Access – FAQ
  • What are the commissions and fees in the Warrior and Gladiator accounts?
  • What Should I Do if I Can’t Close Positions Through My Chosen Platform?
  • Why Can’t I Log Into My Platform (Tickblaze) with my Credentials?
  • Can I open up an account as a business or as a solo person or both?
  • Where can I read user testimonials or join your community?
  • How do you compete with other Firms?
  • Do you provide a Trading Platform & Market Data?
  • Where can I find the CME Holiday Schedule for FUTURES trading hours information?
  • Can I trade using Trade copiers?
  • Do you provide indicators, software and tools to assist in trading on the platforms?
  • Account Failures, Resets & Access FAQ
  • Do you have a consistency rule?
  • WARRIOR & GLADIATOR & AFFILIATE PAYOUT TAX FAQ
  • FAQs on Tax Forms for Real Prop Traders
  • Registering as a Company/LLC (Single-Member & Multi-Member)
  • PropShopTrader Policy Updates (Effective July 27, 3am EST 2025)

Billing & Payment

  • Everything About Billing & Payment
  • What are the fees of each account?

Affiliate Program

  • What is the Affiliate Program and How Do I Join?
  • How Does the Affiliate Program Work? (Commissions, Tracking, Payouts & Rules)

Platform Connection Guides, Training & FAQ’s

  • Where can I access the connection guides for supported platforms?
  • How do I connect to Rithmic Data inside of Tickblaze?
  • What is Plugin Mode, and how does it work with Tickblaze and Rithmic?
  • If I already have an active license of Tickblaze, do I need to use yours?
  • What should I do if I notice there are lags in the market data, or if the clock on the computer is different from that of the charts in trading?
  • How can I be proactive in fixing Data Lags on my PC with Tickblaze?
  • Market Data Fees, Professional Status & Level 2 Access – FAQ
  • Where can I get training resources for Tickblaze?

Warrior Phase (Evaluation)

  • What is the Warrior Phase of the program?
  • How much time do I have to pass my Warrior evaluation? Do I need to trade every day?
  • Am I able to trade different asset classes with the same Evaluation account?
  • Can I trade using Trade copiers?
  • Does PropShopTrader offer refunds on Warrior Evaluation programs?
  • Where can I check how many days I have left remaining in my current evaluation?
  • How does Drawdown Protection work?
  • What happens when I hit my profit target in the Warrior Phase?
  • Is Swing Trading Available for the Evaluation Accounts?
  • What happens if I forget to close out positions by the 4:45 PM EST Deadline?
  • How do I connect my Evaluation account to my preferred Trading Platform?
  • Are there age restrictions for taking an Evaluation or having a PTSA account?
  • What are the allowable trading times and days?
  • What if I sign up today, and then start several days later, Is this allowed?
  • When Rithmic throws an Error Message “Only Admins Can Place Trades” what does this mean?
  • Do I need to purchase market data or is it included?
  • I passed my Warrior evaluation, Now what do I do?
  • Where can I find all the rules and details of the Warrior Evaluations?
  • Are there other fees or hidden costs we need to be aware of?
  • What is the maximum position size I am allowed to trade for each market?
  • Is the evaluation process in a SIM account or a LIVE real money account?
  • Can I trade both my evaluation account and my personal Live Real Money Account?
  • Why are my trades not showing in Rithmic, when I took them on the Trading platform?
  • How many evaluation accounts can I trade at one time, and why are there limits?

Gladiator Phase (Payout Accounts)

  • What’s the difference between the Warrior and Gladiator phases?
  • What is the Carry-Forward Rule?
  • How does PropShopTrader handle trader payouts?
  • Are Gladiator PTSA sim accounts live?
  • Can I trade using Trade copiers?
  • I didn’t purchase Drawdown Protection in the Warrior Phase, can I purchase it in the Gladiator phase?
  • Is there a trailing drawdown for Gladiator accounts?
  • What happens at the end of the Gladiator program?
  • Are there monthly fees associated with the Gladiator accounts?
  • How many accounts Gladiator accounts can I have at one time?
  • Gladiator Account Resets – FAQ
  • My internet connection went down, what can I do to close out trades?
  • Once I pass my Warrior evaluation, how much time do I have to purchase my Gladiator Payout Sim Account?
  • Is there any background checks, criminal record checks, or other requirements to have an account with PropShopTrader?
  • Do you require an NDA or Non-Compete to work with PropShopTrader?
  • What is the best way to monitor my account balance, my trailing drawdown thresholds, and my current status on the accounts?
  • Once I’m in a Gladiator Account, am I required to trade every day?
  • Will I have to log in with different credentials once I get promoted to the next phase of the program?
  • Is there a profit split for Gladiator Payout sim accounts?

Risk Management & Payout Rules FAQ’s

  • How do trailing drawdowns/Thresholds work?
  • Are there any rules or restrictions that can prevent me from getting my payouts?
  • Do you have a consistency rule?
  • What is the Carry-Forward Rule?
  • Hedging Policy – Compliance & Regulatory Guidelines
  • Do you allow NEWS Trading?
  • Do you allow Algos or Fully Automated Strategies?
  • Do you have restrictions on Flipping?
  • Can payout caps be modified?

KYC & Compliance Review

  • KYC Verification: What It Is, Why It’s Needed, and How to Complete It
  • What is the Compliance Review Process at PropShopTrader?

Futures FAQs

  • What are Futures and how do they work?
  • What is the difference between E-mini and micro contracts?
  • Why must Futures positions be closed near the End of Day (EOD)?
  • How do I gain exposure to different markets through Futures?
  • How can I become a better Futures trader?

Prohibited Trading Practices

  • Hedging Policy – Compliance & Regulatory Guidelines
  • What is the purpose of PropShopTrader’s Prohibited Trading Practices and Gambling Policy?
  • What constitutes a prohibited trading practice or behavior?
  • Why is fluctuating trade size considered a gambling practice?
  • What is the Carry-Forward Rule?
  • How important is risk management at PropShopTrader?
  • Is continuous education important for traders?
  • What happens if a trader violates the Prohibited Trading Practices?
  • Can a trader be disqualified from the program?
  • Are automated trading strategies allowed?
  • Are the Prohibited Trading Practices and Gambling Policy subject to change?
  • What is the Non-Disparagement Clause?

Path 2 Prop

  • What is the Path 2 Prop journey?
  • What is REAL PROP trading, and why is it different?
  • What are the requirements to transition to REAL PROP trading?
  • What happens when I transition to REAL PROP trading?
  • How is compensation structured for REAL PROP traders?
  • What are the rules and risk management protocols for REAL PROP traders?
  • What is the scaling plan for REAL PROP traders?
  • How does the quarterly evaluation system work?
  • Can I leave the REAL PROP program and trade independently?
  • What happens if my REAL PROP account is terminated?

Miscellaneous FAQ’s

  • Limit Up/Limit Down – Circuit Breaker Halts – What to Do?
  • Where can I access past, present, or future webinars, promotions, or online events?
  • Am I allowed to transfer my accounts to another person such as my wife, partner, family member, or friend?
  • How can I get help from your support team?
  • Where can I access your legal documents such as (Terms of Service, Refund Policy, Disclaimers, & Privacy Policy)?
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PropShopTrader Policy Updates (Effective July 27, 3am EST 2025)

⚠️ Important Update: This FAQ reflects the policy changes introduced on July 27, 2025. Since then, payout caps have been updated (effective September 6, 2025) and End-of-Day accounts are now offered. Please refer to the main program pages and current FAQs for the latest information. Disregard the payout caps listed below.

Why this matters: These updates are designed to improve trader success, protect payouts, and speed the path from SIM to Real Prop. We’re building a real prop firm—these refinements keep the system fair, sustainable, and transparent.


Do my existing accounts keep the original payout caps? #

Yes—your current accounts are honored at the caps you purchased.
If your account was bought before July 27, 2025, 3:00 a.m. EST, you keep the legacy maximum caps: $1,250 (50K), $1,500 (100K), $1,750 (250K), $2,000 (500K).

Why this is good for you: we’re protecting the value you originally bought, so you receive the same payout opportunity you signed up for—no surprises and no take‑backs.


What payout caps apply to new purchases? #

For accounts purchased on/after July 27, 2025, 3:00 a.m. EST, caps are $1,000 (50K), $1,200 (100K), $1,500 (250K), $2,000 (500K).


What is the new max‑accounts policy? #

There is a 10 active‑account cap per trader (Warrior + Gladiator combined), effective July 27, 2025, 3:00 a.m. EST.

  • Grandfathering: If you already have >10 active accounts, you may keep trading them. If any fail, they won’t be reinstated, and the 10‑cap applies going forward.
  • Transitions: Existing active Warrior → Gladiator transitions are allowed beyond the new cap when passed on/after the effective time (subject to the current rules and caps).

What’s required for my first payout? #

Your first payout requires 6 total trading days, with at least 3 of those days in the week you request the payout.


What’s required after the first payout? #

You move to weekly payouts. Each week you want a payout, trade at least 3 days in that week (and meet all other rules).


Why do I need to keep the Payout Eligibility Balance (TDD buffer) intact? #

Because it protects you and the profits on the account.
We introduced this rule after reviewing real trading data: drawing into the buffer led to higher failure rates right after payouts. Keeping the full buffer intact means:

  • You’re operating above your safety line, not on it.
  • Your account starts each week with stability, reducing “post‑payout” blow‑ups.
  • It strengthens payout reliability and supports your path to Real Prop.

What this means in practice:
At payout time, you only withdraw the amount above your Payout Eligibility Balance (the TDD buffer) and never into it. This isn’t a penalty—it’s protection that helps serious traders keep earning weekly, and progress toward Real Prop Phase.

When this applies: beginning with the August 2 payout cycle, for all accounts, regardless of purchase date.


What is the new consistency rule? #

The consistency threshold is now 30% (down from 40%).

  • No single day’s net realized profit may exceed 30% of total realized profit since your last approved payout (or since activation if none).
  • Applied at payout review starting August 2, 2025.
  • Applies to all Gladiator/Instant Gladiator accounts, including Warrior → Gladiator transitions (no grandfathering).

The Core Misunderstanding:

Many traders wrongly assume: “If I need to trade only 3 days in a week to request a payout, then I must also hit the 30% consistency target within just those 3 days but that comes out to be 33%.”

But that’s not how the consistency rule works.

The 30% consistency rule is calculated based on all trading days since your last payout (or account start). The minimum 3 days per week rule is only a requirement to request a payout that week.

So, the trading-day rule sets the minimum activity to request a payout. The 30% rule checks your profit distribution over time — it can span many days and even weeks.


I’ve already been getting weekly payouts. Does that change? #

No. If an account has already received a payout, it stays on weekly cadence—just complete 3 trading days in the request week and meet the other rules (buffer intact, 30% consistency, etc.).


How do I move to Real Prop? What happens to SIM? #

You may be considered for Real Prop after 3 successful max payouts on any one Sim Payout Account, or 30 total max SIM payouts across your accounts (user‑level), or sooner for exceptional performance.
Once selected, you can receive a split up to 90/10 and payout caps are removed in Real Prop. You also keep earning in SIM (dual income) within program limits.


Need help? #

If anything on the site looks different from this FAQ (we are actively updating pages), don’t be alarmed—just let us know and we’ll fix it. Our team is here to help you apply these rules to your specific accounts.

Note: We’re actively updating FAQs, web pages, dashboards, and internal systems to reflect these policies. If you see any conflicts, please notify support so we can correct them promptly.

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Table of Contents
  • Do my existing accounts keep the original payout caps?
  • What payout caps apply to new purchases?
  • What is the new max‑accounts policy?
  • What’s required for my first payout?
  • What’s required after the first payout?
  • Why do I need to keep the Payout Eligibility Balance (TDD buffer) intact?
  • What is the new consistency rule?
  • I’ve already been getting weekly payouts. Does that change?
  • How do I move to Real Prop? What happens to SIM?
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