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2-Step Plus Overview

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2-Step Plus Overview

The 2-Step Plus is a flexible two phase evaluation model designed for traders who want clear objectives without restrictive trading conditions. It removes the consistency rule entirely and focuses on structured risk management, realistic profit targets, and scalable funding.

Below is a complete overview of the rules that apply to Phase 1, Phase 2, and the Funded stage.


2-Step Plus Ruleset Overview

Rule

Phase 1

Phase 2

Funded

Profit Target

10%

5%

None

Max Drawdown

8% standard, during launch promo 10%

8% standard, during launch promo 10%

8% standard, during launch promo 10%

Max Drawdown Type

Static

Static

Static

Daily Drawdown

4%

4%

4%

Daily Drawdown Type

Previous day high balance or equity

Previous day high balance or equity

Previous day high balance or equity

Profit Split

80% optional 90% add on

80% optional 90% add on

80% optional 90% add on

Minimum Trading Days

5 days with at least 0.5% net profit

5 days with at least 0.5% net profit

5 days with at least 0.5% net profit

Payout Frequency

Not applicable

Not applicable

Bi weekly, on demand add on available

Minimum payout

Not applicable

Not applicable

2% of the starting balance

Payout Buffer or LUP

Not applicable

Not applicable

Lock Upon Payout

Max Open Risk

1% Equity Shield

1% Equity Shield

1% Equity Shield

Soft Breach Limit

4

4

4

Consistency Rule

None

None

None

News Trading

Allowed

Allowed

Not allowed

Weekend Holding

Allowed

Allowed

Allowed

Commissions

$2.50 per side

$2.50 per side

$2.50 per side

Swap Fees

Yes

Yes

Yes

Maximum Capital allocation

Not applicable

Not applicable

$300,000 funded

Payout Cap

Not applicable

Not applicable

Yes, per payout cycle

Max profit / day

Not applicable

Not applicable

5% / day (soft breach)

Leverage

Same as current 2-Step

Same as current 2-Step

Same as current 2-Step

Expert Advisors

Allowed

Allowed

Not allowed

Inactivity Limit

30 days

30 days

30 days

Platforms

All platforms

All platforms

All platforms

Refund of challenge fee

Only on funded

Only on Funded

Added your 2nd payout


Key Rule Explanations

Profit Target

Traders must reach a 10% target in Phase 1 and a 5% target in Phase 2. There is no profit target once funded.

Max Drawdown

Accounts launch with an 8% max drawdown as standard. A 10% max drawdown is available as a limited launch promotion. The drawdown is static and does not trail.

Daily Drawdown

A fixed 4% daily drawdown calculated from the previous day’s highest balance or equity.

Minimum Profitable Trading Days

To complete any phase or request a payout, traders must log at least 5 separate days where the account closes with a minimum of 0.5% net profit.

Profit Split

The base profit split is 80%. A 90% profit split is available via an optional add on.

Risk Controls

A 1% Equity Shield limits maximum open risk. Soft breach thresholds apply before a hard breach is triggered.

No Consistency Rule

There is NO CONSISTENCY target on the 2-step PLUS accounts.

Payout Cap

Funded accounts have a maximum withdrawal amount per payout cycle. If profits exceed the cap, the remaining balance stays on the account and can be withdrawn in future payout cycles.

News and EAs

News trading is allowed during Phase 1 and Phase 2. It is restricted on funded accounts. Expert Advisors are allowed during evaluation phases but not on funded accounts.

Inactivity

If no trades are placed for 30 consecutive days, the account will be considered inactive and may be closed. Placing any trade resets the inactivity timer.

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