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  • Gladiator Program & Benchmark System 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?
  • What are the allowable trading times and days?
  • How can I improve my trading skills? Are Courses Available?
  • Do you allow Algos or Fully Automated Strategies?
  • How do I add a coupon to my purchase?
  • Do you have an Inactivity Policy?
  • Market Data Fees, Professional Status & Level 2 Access – FAQ
  • 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?
  • Do you provide a Trading Platform & Market Data?
  • Where can I find the CME Holiday Schedule for FUTURES trading hours information?
  • What happens if I forget to close out positions by the 4:45 PM EST Deadline?
  • 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?
  • GLADIATOR & AFFILIATE PAYOUT TAX FAQ
  • FAQs on Tax Forms for Real Prop Traders
  • Registering as a Company/LLC (Single-Member & Multi-Member)
  • What are the commissions and fees in the Warrior and Gladiator accounts?
  • Are there other fees or hidden costs we need to be aware of?
  • Are there age restrictions for purchasing an account?

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

  • My internet connection went down, what can I do to close out trades?
  • Platform Compatibility & System Requirements FAQ
  • How to Reinstall the Tickblaze Platform?
  • How Do I Disable Pop Ups & Alerts In Rtrader Pro?
  • Why are my trades not showing in Rithmic, when I took them on the Trading platform?
  • Do I need to purchase market data or is it included?
  • When Rithmic throws an Error Message “Only Admins Can Place Trades” what does this mean?
  • 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 (Discontinued)

  • Warrior Program Discontinuation FAQ

Gladiator Phase

  • Gladiator Program & Benchmark System FAQs
  • Are Gladiator sim accounts live?
  • Can I trade using Trade copiers?
  • 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
  • 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?

Risk Management FAQ’s

  • MAE Flag/Warnings
  • How do trailing drawdowns/Thresholds work?
  • Do you have a consistency 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?

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?
  • 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?
  • 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)?

Policy Updates

  • PropShopTrader Policy Updates – Effective January 6, 2025
  • PropShopTrader Policy Updates – Effective December 5, 2025
  • PropShopTrader Policy Updates (Effective October 27, 2025)
  • PropShopTrader Policy Updates (Effective July 27, 3am EST 2025)
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What are the requirements to transition to REAL PROP trading?

To transition to REAL PROP trading, traders must demonstrate consistent performance, strong risk management, and sustainable account growth throughout the Gladiator Account. Our risk management team evaluates these factors to make the final decision on a trader’s readiness for REAL PROP.


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What is REAL PROP trading, and why is it different?What happens when I transition to REAL PROP trading?

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