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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about trading with CoinFunded.

Getting Started

What is CoinFunded?
Coinfunded is a proprietary trading firm that provides traders with access to our capital through our evaluation challenges. We specialize in cryptocurrency trading and offer traders the opportunity to prove their skills and earn 90% of profits you make.
What Trading platforms do you support?
We support multiple trading platforms including Platform 5, Bybit and Crypto.com
Which Cryptocurrencies can I trade?
You can trade up to 700+ crypto currencies on bybit and crypto.com
Can I trade FX/Indices/Commodities?
Yes, on Platform 5 you can trade all major FX, Indices and Commodity asset classes.

Bybit

Where do I sign up to get my Bybit API credentials?

Visit bybitglobal.com and create your account to get started.

Where can I find my Bybit API keys?

After signing up, follow these steps to access your API management:


  1. Click on "Demo Trading" in the top navigation bar
  2. This will take you to the demo trading page
  3. Click on your profile icon in the top navigation bar
  4. Select "API" from the dropdown menu

This will bring you to the API management section where you can create and manage your API keys.

How do I create my API keys?

Once you're on this page https://www.bybitglobal.com/app/user/api-management, follow these steps:


  1. Click on "Create New Key"
  2. Select "System generated API Keys"
  3. Add a name for the API key (it can be any name you choose)
  4. Important: Set the API Key permissions to READ-WRITE (By default it is set to Read-Only)
  5. Ensure "Unified Trading" and "Assets" are checked
  6. Double-check that Read-Write, Unified Trading, and Assets are all selected
  7. Click submit to create your API key

Final Step: Make sure to copy both your API key and API secret immediately after creation. You'll need to upload these credentials to your CoinFunded dashboard.

Do I need to do KYC on Bybit?
Although KYC (Know Your Customer) verification is recommended for accessing all features and higher withdrawal limits on Bybit, it is not a requirement for creating an account or generating API keys for CoinFunded trading.
Can I use Bybit EU or bybit.com?
No, CoinFunded integration only works with bybitglobal.com. You must create your account and generate API keys on the global Bybit platform.
Can I use an existing Bybit account?
Yes, you can use an existing bybitglobal.com account. Simply log in and follow the steps above to create new API keys specifically for CoinFunded trading.
What if I already have API keys?
If you already have API keys from bybitglobal.com, you can use them for CoinFunded. However, we recommend creating new API keys specifically for trading activities to maintain better security and organization.
What happens if I lose my API keys?
If you lose your API keys, you can generate new ones at any time through the API management section on bybitglobal.com. You'll need to update your CoinFunded dashboard with the new credentials. However this will mean that you will have to purchase a new challenge to get funded again.
ByBit platform rules

With Bybit, you can only trade USDT Perpetual contracts. Trading any other market or currency (USDC, spot, etc.) will lead to immediate breach of your account.


The following actions are prohibited and will result in immediate account breach:


  1. Trading USDC instead of USDT Perpetual contracts
  2. Trading spot, futures, options, or margin markets
  3. Borrowing USDT balance to trade with other markets
  4. Requesting demo funds from Bybit after connecting your API (this action cannot be reversed)

Important: Any violation of these rules will result in immediate account breach and termination.

How do subaccounts and challenges work?

Our infrastructure allows only one Bybit subaccount per challenge. Each challenge must be connected to a unique Bybit subaccount.


If you'd like to purchase an additional challenge, you'll need to:


  1. Create a new Bybit subaccount
  2. Generate API credentials for the new subaccount
  3. Connect the new subaccount API credentials to your CoinFunded dashboard for the new challenge

This ensures proper account isolation and allows you to manage multiple challenges simultaneously.

Evaluation Challenges

What is the Challenge?
The Challenge is the first step to becoming a funded trader with our firm. It's a simulated evaluation phase where you demonstrate your trading skills by meeting specific profit targets and following our risk management rules. Once you pass the challenge, you become a funded trader and can earn up to 90% profit split on real capital.
How many Challenge phases are there?
We offer a 1-Phase and 2-phase Challenge (depending on your chosen plan). In the two-phase model, you must pass both the Challenge and Verification stages before receiving a funded account. In the one-phase model, you can get funded after a single successful stage.
Are there any time limits to the challenges?
There are no time limits to challenges, take as long as you need to complete your challenge.
What happens if I violate a rule?
If you breach any major rule (such as daily or overall drawdown limits), your Challenge account will be automatically failed. However, you can purchase a new Challenge and try again.
How long after passing do I get my funded account?
Once your Challenge is passed, your funded account is typically issued within minutes
Can I take multiple Challenges at once?
Yes, you can run multiple Challenges simultaneously as long as the total account balance doesn't exceed our maximum allocation limit (e.g., $400,000 per trader).
What happens after I pass the Challenge?
You'll move to the Verification stage (if two-phase) or receive your funded account (if one-phase). You'll then start earning a profit split on your funded trades.

Funded Stage

Do I need to hit a profit target to get paid?
No. There's no minimum profit target in the funded stage. You can request a payout and haven't violated any rules.
What happens if I violate a rule on the funded account?
Violating a major rule such as exceeding drawdown limits will result in the loss of your funded account. You can, however, start a new Challenge and qualify for funding.
Can I lose my funded account if I'm not profitable?
No, as long as you follow all risk management rules and don't violate drawdown limits, your account remains active — even if you're in a small loss or break-even period.
Can I trade multiple funded accounts?
Yes, you can manage multiple funded accounts simultaneously, provided your total combined capital doesn't exceed our maximum allocation limit (e.g., $400,000 per trader).
What if I want to withdraw all my profits and stop trading?
That's completely up to you. You can withdraw your profits at any time (based on your payout schedule) and choose whether to continue trading or close your account.
Max 2% Risk Per Trade Rule

On all funded accounts, traders are required to limit the risk on any individual trade to no more than 2% of the account balance — including all positions linked to the same idea (such as partials, scaling in, or multiple entries on a single setup).


The 2% maximum is calculated based on the stop-loss distance and position size of the trade. The total loss if the stop-loss is hit — including spread or slippage — must not exceed 2% of the current account balance.


Example:
• Funded account balance: $50,000
• Max risk per trade (2%): $1000


Any open position must be sized such that, if the stop-loss is triggered, the total loss does not exceed $1000.


Is a stop-loss required?
Yes — every trade must have a stop-loss in place when it is opened.
Trades without a stop-loss, or those that exceed 2% risk after being reviewed, may result in warnings or account breaches.


Does this apply to multiple positions?
Yes. If you place multiple trades as part of the same setup or idea, their combined risk must stay under 2%.


For example:
• You open two positions risking $400 and $350 respectively. Combined risk = $750 ✅
• You open four positions risking $300 each. Combined risk = $1200 ❌ (exceeds 2%)

Profit Split & Withdrawals

How does the profit split work?
When you trade a funded account, you receive a percentage of the profits you generate. Our 2-step profit split is 90% [e.g., 90% to the trader / 10% to the firm]. Our 1-step Algo profit split is 50% [e.g., 50% to the trader / 50% to the firm].
How much is the profit split?
Funded traders earn up to 90% profit split on their trading profits. This means if you make $1,000 in profits, you keep $900 and we receive $100. However for 1-step algo traders, the profit split starts at 50% for first payout, 70% for second payout and finally 80% for third payout and thereafter.
When can I request my first payout?
You can request your first payout on demand for 2-step (if you qualify for the conditions.) Otherwise it is 30 days after placing your first trade on the funded account.. For 1-step algo it is 21 days for first payout, and then 14 days for second payout
How do I request a payout?
You can request a payout directly from your Trader Dashboard. Simply click the 'Request Payout' button, confirm your profit balance, and select your preferred payment method.
What payout methods are available?
We currently offer payouts via [bank transfer, crypto, Wise, Deel, PayPal, or USDT/USDC]. Payment methods vary depending on your country and plan. You'll be able to choose your preferred option when you request a withdrawal.
How long does it take to receive my payout?
Once your payout is approved, funds are typically processed and sent within 3-24 hours on business days. Payouts requested on weekends will be processed on Monday. Processing times may vary slightly based on your payment method or bank.
Do I lose my account balance after payout?
No. After your payout, your account balance resets to the starting balance, and you continue trading with the same capital allocation. Your trading performance history remains intact.
Are there any fees for withdrawals?
We do not charge internal fees for withdrawals. However, third-party transaction fees (from banks, crypto networks, or payment providers) may apply.
Can I reinvest my profits instead of withdrawing them?
Yes. You may choose to leave profits in your account to compound your growth or request only part of your payout. Any remaining balance stays in your account for continued trading.
What if I have open trades during payout processing?
You must close all trades before submitting a payout request. Withdrawals cannot be processed while you have active positions on your funded account.
Are payouts taxed?
We do not withhold taxes on payouts. Traders are considered independent contractors and are responsible for reporting and paying any taxes in their own country. We provide payout statements for your records.
What if my payout is delayed or I don't receive it?
If your payout is delayed, contact our support team through your dashboard. We'll verify the transaction and ensure you receive your funds as quickly as possible.

Payouts on Demand

What is payout on demand?
We are offering payouts on demand for all our 2-step challenges. On-Demand Payouts let you withdraw profits whenever you choose—no need to wait for scheduled payout dates. On average, traders receive their withdrawals in about half the time compared to the previous payout system. This feature offers flexibility while promoting responsible risk management. Note: Payout on demand only applies to the first payout.
How do I qualify for payout on demand?

To qualify for payout on demand, traders must meet the following: The best trading day's net profit must not exceed 25% of total profit earned during the payout period. For instance, if you earn 5% of your total profit on day one, 7% on day two, and 8% on day three, you're eligible to withdraw in just 3 days. The total net profit must be at least 1.5% of the starting balance. Example: On a $10,000 account, you need just $150 in profit to qualify. This policy ensures that payouts are based on sustained trading performance, not single-day spikes. However trades may wish to opt for normal payouts period without this criteria. In which case it would be 30 days.


Another requirement is that traders must demonstrate profitability on at least three separate trading days within the payout cycle, with each qualifying day showing a minimum 0.5% gain in equity. Days do not need to be consecutive. Example: A $100,000 account must show an increase of at least $500 on three separate days. If only one or two days meet the 0.5% threshold, payout eligibility is not achieved.

What happens if I don't meet the consistency rule (25% max best day)?
If your trading doesn't meet the consistency requirement, you can still receive your payout on the standard 30-day schedule. The on-demand feature simply gives you an extra option for faster withdrawals if your trading performance is balanced.
How often can I use payout on demand?
You can request payouts as often as you like, provided you meet the qualification criteria each time. There are no limits to the number of on-demand withdrawals, giving you full flexibility over your profits.
Can I switch between On-Demand and 30-Day payouts?
No. You must choose one payout structure only. Whichever option you select for your first payout—On-Demand or 30-Day—will become your fixed payout structure for the entire duration of the account, until the account is breached. You cannot switch payout types after your first payout.
Can I use payout on demand immediately after funding?
Yes. Once you have your funded account and meet the minimum profit and consistency criteria, you can request your first on-demand payout — no waiting period required.

2-Step Challenge

What is the 2-Step Challenge?
The 2-Step Challenge is our signature evaluation process designed to assess your trading skills and risk management before granting access to a funded account. You'll complete two phases — Phase 1 (Challenge) and Phase 2 (Verification) — each with specific targets and rules. Once both are passed, you'll receive a funded account and start earning profit splits.
What are the objectives for each phase?
While the exact numbers depend on your chosen account size, the typical objectives are: Phase 1 Profit Target: 8%, Phase 2 Profit Target: 5%, Maximum Daily Drawdown: 5%, Maximum Overall Drawdown: 8%. You must achieve the profit targets while staying within these risk limits.
Are the drawdowns static or trailing?
All drawdowns are static.
What is the Static Daily Drawdown?
Daily static means each day you calculate the max loss limit using 5% of the original account balance. This percentage is applied against yesterday’s account balance to determine how much you can lose for the day. Given Original account balance: $100,000 Daily static limit: 5% So drawdown limit = $5,000 each day
How does Static overall drawdown work?
Overall static uses 8% of the original account balance, but instead of checking daily, it checks your lowest balance relative to your highest (peak) balance. This is a form of static drawdown, but the reference point is the peak balance. For example. Original balance: $100,000 Overall static limit: 8% The limit amount: 8% of $100,000 = $8,000 Your minimum allowable balance = peak balance – $8,000
When does the daily drawdown reset?
The daily drawdown counter resets every day at 00:05 UTC (5 minutes after midnight UTC). That means your account's loss limit refreshes at that time, giving you a new trading day with your full allowed drawdown buffer again.
Is there a minimum trading day requirement?
There are no minimum trading days for 2-step challenges.
What makes the 2-Step Challenge different from the 1-Step Challenge?
The 2-Step Challenge has two phases (Challenge + Verification), offering a lower overall target per phase and a more flexible evaluation period, making it ideal for traders who prefer a gradual, professional approach. The 1-Step Challenge has a single stage with a higher target but faster path to funding.

1-Step Algo Challenge

What is the 1-Step Algo Challenge?
The 1-Step Algo Challenge is a simplified, single-phase evaluation designed for algorithmic traders and EA users who want a faster path to funding. You only need to complete one challenge stage — once you meet the objectives and follow the rules, you'll receive your funded account right away.
Who is the 1-Step Algo Challenge for?
It's built for traders who rely on Expert Advisors (EAs), automated strategies, or signal-based systems. Unlike traditional challenges, this account type is fully optimized for algorithmic trading — no manual trading requirement, no phase 2, and faster funding.
What are the trading objectives?
To pass phase 1: • Profit Target: 10% • Maximum Daily Drawdown: 5% (trailing) • Maximum Overall Drawdown: 10% You must reach the profit target while staying within all risk parameters.
How does the 4% Daily Trailing Drawdown work?
Your account can never lose more than 4% of its highest equity in a single trading day. Example: • Starting balance: $100,000 • 4% daily drawdown = $4,000 If your equity reaches $105,000, your new maximum daily loss is 4% of $105,000 = $4,200. That means your equity cannot fall below $100,800 (105,000 – 4,200) within that trading day. If your account then drops to $102,000, the drawdown does not move back down — it stays locked at the last equity peak ($105,000).
When does the daily drawdown reset?
The daily drawdown resets every day at 00:05 UTC, starting a new 24-hour trading day. Each day, your 4% limit is recalculated based on your account's starting equity at that time. So at 00:05 UTC, the system takes your account equity and sets your new 4% daily limit from there.
Can I use High Frequency Trading (HFT)?
You can only use HFT during the evaluation phase. In the funded phase this is forbidden.
Which trading platforms can I use for 1-step algo?
1-step algo is only available for Platform 5.
Can I use any trading strategy or EA?
Yes, you can use any EA as long as it is your own. We do not allow publicly available EA's.
What is the profit share once I am funded?
The first payout is 50%, second one 70% and third one and thereafter 80%.
What is the profit cap once I am a funded trader?
The profit cap for a 1-step account during the live funded phase is set at 6% of your starting balance for each payout cycle.
Why does Coin Funded have a profit cap?
The profit cap is a key component of our risk management strategy. It ensures the long-term stability and sustainability of our platform, allowing us to continue providing high-quality services and a fair trading environment for all our traders.
What happens if I exceed the profit cap?
If you exceed the 6% profit cap during a payout cycle, any profits made above that limit will not be counted towards your account balance for that period. However, your account will remain active and in good standing. You can continue trading as long as you adhere to all other trading rules.
1-Step Algo Trading Rules - Minimum 0.5% Profit on 3 Trading Days
To qualify for a payout, traders must demonstrate profitability on at least three separate trading days within the payout cycle, with each qualifying day showing a minimum 0.5% gain in equity. Days do not need to be consecutive. Example: A $100,000 account must show an increase of at least $500 on three separate days. If only one or two days meet the 0.5% threshold, payout eligibility is not achieved.
1-Step Algo Trading Rules - Profit Source Ratio Rule
To ensure payouts are based on sustainable performance rather than one-off gains, no single trade or trading day may account for more than 40% of the trader's total profit within the payout cycle. This measure confirms that profits were achieved through multiple quality opportunities rather than a single high-risk or high-leverage position. It promotes balanced, repeatable trading behavior while allowing flexibility in style and strategy. Example: • Total profit for the payout period: $10,000 • Maximum profit allowed from any one trade/day: $4,000 If a single trade or day exceeds that amount, excess profits may be excluded from payout calculations.
1-Step Algo Trading Rules - Payout Eligibility Multiplier
To qualify for a payout, traders must maintain a minimum Profit Factor of 1.5 (total gross profit ÷ total gross loss) across all closed trades in the payout period. This requirement verifies that gains have been achieved efficiently relative to losses — demonstrating the trader's ability to manage both profitability and risk. Example: • Gross profit: $15,000 • Gross loss: $10,000 • Profit Factor = 1.5 → Eligible for payout If Profit Factor < 1.5, the trader may be ineligible for payout review.

Instant Funding

What is Instant Funding?
Instant Funding is a program that provides immediate access to funded trading accounts without going through an evaluation challenge. Traders can start trading with real capital right away, subject to specific risk management rules and payout schedules.
What are the drawdown limits for Instant Funding accounts?

Instant Funding accounts have the following drawdown limits:


  • Daily Drawdown: 3% trailing
  • Overall Drawdown: 8% static

The daily trailing drawdown means your account cannot lose more than 3% of its highest equity in a single trading day. The overall static drawdown uses 8% of the original account balance and checks your lowest balance relative to your highest (peak) balance.

How does the 3% Daily Trailing Drawdown work?

Your account can never lose more than 3% of its highest equity in a single trading day.


Example:

• Starting balance: $100,000

• 3% daily drawdown = $3,000


If your equity reaches $105,000, your new maximum daily loss is 3% of $105,000 = $3,150. That means your equity cannot fall below $101,850 (105,000 – 3,150) within that trading day.


If your account then drops to $102,000, the drawdown does not move back down — it stays locked at the last equity peak ($105,000).


The daily drawdown resets every day at 00:05 UTC, starting a new 24-hour trading day.

How does the 8% Overall Static Drawdown work?

Overall static uses 8% of the original account balance, but instead of checking daily, it checks your lowest balance relative to your highest (peak) balance.


Example:

• Original balance: $100,000

• Overall static limit: 8%

• The limit amount: 8% of $100,000 = $8,000


Your minimum allowable balance = peak balance – $8,000


This means if your account reaches a peak of $110,000, your minimum allowable balance would be $102,000 (110,000 – 8,000).

What is the payout schedule for Instant Funding accounts?

Instant Funding accounts have a standard payout schedule of every 30 days. However, you can purchase an add-on to reduce the payout cycle to 14 days.


Important: If you miss your payout date cycle, you will have to wait for the next scheduled payout date. There are no exceptions or extensions for missed payout windows.

What is the 25% Consistency Score rule?

To request a payout, traders must meet a consistency score of 25%. This means the largest winning day cannot exceed 25% of the total net profits generated on the account.


Example:

• Total net profit: $10,000

• Maximum profit allowed from your best day: $2,500 (25% of $10,000)


If your largest winning day exceeds 25% of your total profits, you will not be eligible to request a payout until this condition is met.

What is the Biggest Loss vs. Biggest Win rule?

Your largest single loss must not exceed your largest single win. If this condition is not met, you will need to continue trading until the rule is satisfied.


This rule ensures that your risk management is balanced and that you're not taking excessive losses relative to your winning trades.


Example:

• Largest single win: $1,000

• Largest single loss: $1,200 ❌ (exceeds largest win)


In this case, you would need to continue trading until you have a win that exceeds $1,200, or until your largest loss is reduced below $1,000.

Trading Rules

Prohibited trading strategies - Martingale
Increasing trade size after each loss in an attempt to recover. Any increase in lot size on a subsequent position, on the same pair and in the same direction as the original trade is viewed as a martingale breach. Breaches on martingale rules will lead to account termination or account resets depending on the severity of the breach that fall under this ruling.
Prohibited trading strategies - Grid Trading
Placing multiple buy/sell orders at fixed intervals regardless of market direction. Having 2 open trades on a pair is not classified as grid, however having 3 or more trades open on one pair at any one time, running simultaneously will result in a breach of grid rulings. Breaching grid trading rules will lead to account termination or account resets depending on the severity of the breach that fall under this ruling.
Prohibited trading strategies - Pyramiding (Aggressive Scaling)
Adding progressively larger positions as the market moves in your favor, creating outsized risk. Example: Starting with 1 lot, then adding 2 lots, then 4 lots, etc.
Prohibited trading strategies - All-In Trading
Risking nearly all account equity on a single trade. Example: Opening a position that uses 95–100% of available margin.
Prohibited trading strategies - One-sided betting
One-sided betting involves taking multiple positions in the same direction (all buys or all sells) across one or multiple instruments without proper market analysis. This speculative approach lacks diversification and significantly increases risk exposure to adverse market movements. Example: Opening 10 small positions or one large position on the same or different assets, all in one direction (either all buys or all sells), creates dangerous concentration risk.
Account management & copy trading
It is prohibited to set up a copy trader using an account that does not belong to you, whether owned by a friend, business partner, or any other individual. We will rigorously request verification and proof of account ownership to ensure strict compliance. Any hint or suspicion of account management will be promptly and decisively acted upon and may lead to immediate account termination.
Is there an inactivity period?
Accounts will be deactivated on our server if there is no trading activity after 30 days. We encourage traders to make sure that a minimum of 0.01 lots is placed within this period to keep accounts enabled. If disabled, this will be viewed as a breach of account rules, and the account will no longer be available to the trader.
Is a stop loss required?
For funded accounts, yes. A stop loss must be placed at order entry. Trades opened without an SL are automatically invalid, regardless of later modification. Failure to do so will result in an account breach or removal of trades from the account depending on the severity.
VPN/VPS
We do allow the use of VPN and VPS. However, we do not permit the use of these services to circumvent the rules regarding copy trading, group trading, and signal trading.

Trading Conditions

Is Weekend holding allowed?
Yes
Is News Trading Allowed?
Yes
Is Overnight holding allowed?
Yes
What are the spreads commissions and commissions?
For Platform 5, we offer raw spreads sourced from top liquidity providers — starting from 0.0 pips on major pairs. A standard $7 per lot round-turn commission applies on forex. Indices, commodities, and crypto have instrument-specific commissions visible in your trading platform. For crypto.com trading fees as it follows; Taker Fee Rate (0.055%) Maker Fee Rate (0.02%)
What leverage do you offer?
We offer 1:33 for all account types on Platform 5. We offer 1:100 for all account types on bybit and crypto.com

KYC

Why do I need to complete KYC?
KYC is a standard compliance requirement designed to verify your identity and protect our platform from fraud, money laundering, and unauthorized account access. It also ensures that funded payouts are sent to the right person.
When do I need to submit KYC documents?
KYC is only required when requesting a payout.
What documents are accepted for KYC?
You'll need to submit two types of documents: Proof of Identity (POI): • Passport • National ID card • Driver's license Proof of Address (POA): • Utility bill (electricity, gas, water) • Bank or credit card statement • Government-issued letter All documents must be clear, unaltered, and dated within the last 3 months.
How long does KYC verification take?
Once submitted, KYC approval usually takes 24–48 hours. In some cases, manual review may be required, which could extend the process slightly.
What happens if I fail KYC?
If your documents don't meet the required standards (blurry, expired, mismatched info), we'll notify you and ask for resubmission. You'll be given a chance to correct and submit valid documents.
Can someone else trade or withdraw on my behalf?
No. KYC ensures that only you can access, trade, and withdraw from your account. Third-party trading, payout routing, or shared KYC is strictly prohibited.
Do I need to complete KYC again for multiple accounts?
No — once your identity is verified, it's stored securely and linked to your user profile. You won't need to repeat KYC for additional challenges or funded accounts under the same profile.

Support & Education

What support do you provide?
We provide comprehensive support including educational resources, trading tools, 24/7 customer service, and a community of traders. Our support team can help with technical issues, account questions, and trading guidance.
Do you provide trading education?
While we don't provide formal trading education, we offer resources, market analysis, and community support. Many traders use our platform as motivation to develop their own trading strategies and skills.
Is this a get-rich-quick scheme?
No, prop trading is not a get-rich-quick scheme. It requires genuine trading skill, discipline, and consistent application of sound trading strategies. While some traders succeed, it takes time, effort, and proper risk management.

Miscellaneous

Giveaway accounts

All giveaway accounts are subject to the following conditions:


  • Initial account fee to be taken from payout from the first payout

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