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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
  • 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)

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 12 week Gladiator program?
  • Are there monthly fees associated with the Gladiator accounts?
  • How many accounts Gladiator accounts can I have at one time?
  • 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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Where can I access the connection guides for supported platforms?

We have a dedicated page listing all supported platforms along with connection guides for Rithmic, training videos, and resource documents. Access the page here.

How do I connect to Rithmic Data inside of Tickblaze?

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