We spoke with FTMO's Head of Trader Relations, Aleš Procházka, about the new challenge structure, common mistakes, and plans for 2026.
About the new structure
"We simplified the path from challenge to funded account. Previously, there were two stages of 30 and 60 days — now there is a single 30-day stage with an optional minimum number of trading days. This reduced pressure on traders and increased the pass rate by 23%."
- One stage instead of two (30 days)
- Minimum trading days — a recommendation, not a requirement
- +23% to the pass rate
- Launch of crypto accounts with 1:5 leverage
- Trailing drawdown 5% from peak
- Profit split 80% → 90% after 4 payouts
- HFT and copy trading between accounts prohibited
- Consistency rule 30%
About common mistakes
«The main mistake traders make is violating consistency. They give 100% in one day, then rest for a week. Our system perceives this as strategy instability. Distribute your profit evenly across days.»
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About plans for 2026
Expanding the instrument list (futures and options), launching crypto accounts with 1:5 leverage, a mobile app, and more transparent analytics for traders.
What to do next
If you haven't opened your FTMO dashboard in a while — log in and check the new rules. Old accounts remain on their previous terms, while new ones immediately fall under the updated structure.