Introduction

BrightFunded gives retail traders a real shot at trading large capital without risking their own money. But here is the truth you can trade really well and still fail the challenge if you do not follow the rules. That is why knowing the BrightFunded rules is just as important as knowing how to trade.

This guide breaks everything down in plain language so you do not mess up over small things. Whether you are just starting Phase 1 or already funded, these do’s and don’ts will help you stay on track and protect your account.

Understanding BrightFunded Trading Rules

BrightFunded rules are built around a few core principles:

• Protect your money (and theirs): It does not matter whose account it is if you can’t protect the capital, you won’t last long.
• Trade smart, not wild: BrightFunded isn’t looking for lucky shots. They want traders who stay consistent, not ones who roll the dice.
• Keep things fair: Everyone gets the same playing field.

Everything from daily loss limits to account restrictions ties back to these core values.

The Do’s for BrightFunded Traders

A. Follow the Risk Management Guidelines

Your daily loss limit is always 5% of whatever your account balance is, and it resets every night between 11:30 PM and 11:59 PM CET. It is best not to trade during that short window just let it reset.

Let’s say your balance is $100,000 that means you can’t lose more than $5,000 in a day. If you made a profit and ended the day at $101,000, your new daily limit becomes $5,050 the next day.

Just a heads-up: BrightFunded calculates this using your balance, not your equity. So it only counts what’s actually locked in not what’s floating in open trades.

B. Stick to Your Trading Plan

Create a trading plan and follow it. Know your setups, your risk, your stop losses. Do not wing it.

• Have clear entry/exit strategies
• Respect your lot size limits
• Be patient, especially when the market gets choppy

C. Keep Emotions in Check

We get it, trading is stressful. But emotional trades rarely end well. Do not chase losses. Do not revenge trade.

• Take a breather after a big win or a tough loss don’t just jump into the next trade.
• Don’t let a winning streak get to your head stay grounded.
• And if you are feeling stressed or frustrated? Step away from the screen. Clear your head before you trade again.

D. Maintain Proper Record-Keeping

Track your trades. Note what worked, what did not, and why.

• Keep a basic trading journal just jot down what you did and why.
• Look back at your trades every week to spot what’s working and what’s not.
• Learn from it, tweak your approach, and keep getting better.

E. Continuously Educate Yourself

The market evolves, and so should you. Follow the news, learn about new tools, and update your strategies.

• BrightFunded allows EAs (Expert Advisors), but make sure they follow the rules
• Stay informed about rule updates, especially around news trading or platform behavior

The Don’ts for BrightFunded Traders

A. Don’t Overtrade

More trades do not mean more money. In fact, overtrading is one of the easiest ways to hit your drawdown limit.

• Stick to your session goals
• Avoid taking trades just because you are bored

B. Don’t Ignore the Rules

Even one mistake can end your challenge.

• Breaking drawdown = automatic disqualification
• Using banned strategies like arbitrage or grid trading = violation
• Trading during reset time = risky move

C. Avoid Trading on Impulse

Do not enter a trade because of FOMO or because you are trying to make back a loss.

• Let setups come to you
• Trust your system, not your feelings

D. Don’t Compromise on Capital Preservation

Always use stop-loss orders. Do not go all in.

• Capital preservation is more important than fast profits
• Avoid high leverage or overexposure

E. Don’t Neglect Market Conditions

• News trading is allowed in Phase 1 and 2, but in the Funded Star account, you cannot open/close trades or trigger SL/TP 5 minutes before and after major news events.
• If you are a swing trader and you have been holding a trade for more than 48 hours, you’re safe your take profit can still hit during news time and it won’t count against you.

Consequences of Not Following BrightFunded Rules

If you go over BrightFunded drawdown limits, your challenge ends right there.
Break their hedging or copy-trading rules? You might get a warning the first time but do it again and your account could be shut down.

And if you break any major rules? There’s no refund, no second try.

Even smaller rule breaks (like trading too close to news) can lead to losing profits or getting flagged. Do it too often, and you could get banned for good.

Tips for Staying Compliant with BrightFunded Rules

• Set alerts for your BrightFunded drawdown levels
• Avoid trading during BrightFunded's rollover window (11:30 PM - 12:00 AM CET)
• Use one BrightFunded account only (as per the Single Account Policy)
• Do not hedge across multiple BrightFunded accounts or platforms
• Use VPN responsibly, only if you are the one trading
• Use EAs on BrightFunded only if they are ethical and compliant not latency-based or manipulative

Conclusion

BrightFunded wants traders who are smart, consistent, and careful. It is not about scoring one big win it is about showing you can trade with discipline over time.

Read the rules. Understand them. Trade with confidence and caution. Because in prop trading, the real challenge is not just beating the market it is proving you can manage risk like a pro.

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