What is FTMO 2-Step's maximum drawdown?

FTMO 2-Step uses a static drawdown model. Its total drawdown limit is 10% and its daily loss limit is 5%.

Does FTMO 2-Step allow automated / EA trading?

Yes — FTMO 2-Step permits expert advisors / automated trading on the trader's own account (confirm for your specific program).

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FTMO — 2-Step Challenge / Verification Rules

Drawdown model, loss limits, consistency, news and automation policy for FTMO 2-Step — from the same compliance engine our autonomous desk checks before it fires a trade. Unconfirmed values show Verify; we never guess a number.

FTMO 2-Step at a glance

Cost / fee: —
Profit target: 10% then 5%
Drawdown type: Static
Max daily loss: 5%
Max total drawdown: 10%
Consistency rule: None
News trading: Restricted ±2min
EA / algo allowed: Yes
Payout speed: —
US residents: Verify
Max leverage: Verify
Weekend holding: Verify
Copy trading: Own accounts only
Platforms: MT4, MT5, cTrader, DXtrade

Compare FTMO 2-Step head-to-head

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