Which countries do you not allow and who is eligible to join CTI?

Our Services are open to anyone 18 years or older, regardless of experience, living in countries where we operate. Our Services aren't suited for large organizations, groups of individuals, traders who copy signals from others, those using prop firm passing services, or account management services. Due to regulations, we can't offer our Services to residents of the United States, North Korea, Cuba, Syria, or Iran. If you sign up from these countries, we'll refund your payment and close your account.

What is the CTI Funded Trader Programme?

A Funded Trader Program is a system where a proprietary trading firm, such as CTI, provides qualified traders with access to a Funded Trading Account. Instead of risking their own capital, traders receive a set amount of the firm's funds to trade. There are specific guidelines to follow, such as maximum loss limits, profit targets, and risk management rules. Each prop firm has its unique set of rules shaped by its individual risk profile. The guidelines at CTI are designed to be straightforward and user-friendly so that our Funded Traders can concentrate on trading and achieving strong performance. This program is especially beneficial for traders who don't have a track record yet but are looking for funding sources. So, it’s structured to assess and evaluate traders' skills, offering a supportive environment to maximize the trader's potential while minimizing their financial risk. Successful traders earn a share of the profits, with the remaining portion going to the firm as compensation for providing the capital and infrastructure.

How does a Funded Account function on CTI, and what is it?

A funded account is a demo account that a proprietary trading firm provides to traders to evaluate their trading skills. They have to follow specific rules, such as keeping losses below a certain limit and reaching profit targets. In return, they get a share of the profits they make while trading. The Funded Accounts, offered by CTI, a proprietary trading firm, open up new opportunities for traders to access significant capital and trade with enhanced leverage. Here's how these funded accounts work: Application and Evaluation To secure a funded account, traders must first pass an evaluation phase that tests their trading skills and risk management discipline. This often involves trading in a simulated market over a set period while meeting specific guidelines. Initial Funding Once traders pass the evaluation, they are allocated a funded account. The initial funding typically ranges from $1,000 to over $100,000, depending on the funding program chosen and pricing plans. Profit Sharing and Scaling Up Funded accounts operate on a profit-sharing model, where traders receive a share of the profits. For Example, using your own money to fund a trading account has its limitations. Achieving a 10% return on a $100,000 personal account yields only $10,000 while risking the total amount, or you would have to save up $100,000 before you could ever deposit $100,000 with a broker. Instead, for just around $519, you can enrol in the CTI's Funded Trader Program and gain access to a $100,000 funded account, risking only the sign-up fee. Any profit you make on the $100,000 would provide $10,000, with only your $519 sign-up fee at stake. Additionally, you can expand your account by leveraging CTI's scaling plans.

In CTI, what is a Funded Trader and how does one become one?

A Funded Trader is a trader who uses the financial resources of a prop trading firm. The trader receives a share of the profits made from trading, while the firm takes on the risk of potential losses on the funded account. Joining CTI’s Forex Funded Trader Programs allows you to trade using our capital, allowing you to earn and grow as a trader with minimal risk. To become a funded trader, follow these steps: Pass a Program or Apply Directly: With CTI, you can follow a 1-Step or 2-Step program by meeting specific trading objectives, demonstrating your trading skills, risk management, and profitability. No-Evaluation Route: We also offer a No-Evaluation option, where you can get funded immediately without adhering to specific rules during a trial period. Follow the Rules: You'll need to trade within risk limits and meet profit goals set by CTI. Trade Profitably: Focus on consistent returns to earn a share of the profits while maintaining your funded status. Leverage More Capital: One of the biggest benefits of becoming a funded trader with CTI is gaining access to larger trading account sizes than you would typically have on your own, helping you grow your profitability.

CTI operates its own trading account connected to a CySEC-regulated liquidity provider. We are not a financial institution and do not provide financial services, so we do not fall under financial regulation. The relationship between CTI and our clients is contractual. Each client acts as a Signal Provider. By signing up for any of the Services on our website, clients provide trading signals to the CTI.

What are the scaling plans of CTI?

At CTI, we offer traders unlimited time to hit profit targets for account scaling. You can scale up your account whenever you reach a 10% profit milestone, with no time pressure. Here's how our scaling works: 1. **1-Step Evaluation & No Evaluation Plans**: - Account balance doubles (200% increase) each time you hit a 10% profit target. - Profit share starts at 60% and can increase up to 100%. 2. **2-Step Challenge Plans**: - Account balance increases by 50% for accounts up to 50K, 25% for 100K accounts LV3 and higher, and 12.5% for 100K accounts LV1 & LV2. - Profit share starts at 80% and can increase up to 100%. After hitting the profit target, we review your account (1-2 business days), and upon approval, we'll upgrade your account and notify you.

What is the 30-Day Inactivity period on CTI?

The 30-day Inactivity Period requires you to place at least one trade of any position size within 30 days of your last closed or opened trade. Failing to do so will result in a violation of this rule and the termination of your account. This rule helps us avoid inactive accounts that are not used by the trader for extended periods. It also serves as confirmation that you are still active and using your account. Please note that if your account has been disabled due to the inactivity rule, it will not be possible to reactivate it as we archive the account. This applies to all evaluation and funded accounts.

What is the Max Daily Drawdown "MDD" on CTI?

All CTI programs have Balance-Based drawdown rules to prevent excessive losses and potential account termination. Here are the details: 1. **1-Step Evaluation & No Evaluation Plans**: - No Max Daily Drawdown. - Only a Maximum Absolute Drawdown (ADD). 2. **2-Step Challenge**: - Maximum Daily Drawdown (MDD) resets daily at midnight (GMT+2). - Daily losses, including floating losses, must not exceed the MDD USD value. **Max Daily Drawdown Formula**: \[ MDD = \text{Initial Account Balance} \times (5\% \times \text{Initial Account Balance}) \] **Daily Stopout Level Formula**: \[ DSL = \text{Start of Day Balance} - \text{Max Daily Drawdown USD Value} \]

DoCTI allow Hedging Trades?

Hedging trades on the same account is not allowed to maintain clarity and transparency in trading practices. This strategy, which involves taking opposing positions on the same asset within a single account, can obscure the true risk and performance metrics. Prohibiting hedging on the same account ensures that traders' positions and risk management strategies are straightforward and easily understood. This policy helps maintain a fair and transparent trading environment, ensuring that all trading activities reflect genuine market engagement and skill.

Can I use Copy Trading Software in CTI?

We encourage independent trading, allowing copy trading only if it's from your personal account to our funded account or vice versa. Proof of this will be required later. **Permitted Copy Trading:** - Copying from your personal account to our funded account. - Copying from our funded account to external accounts. **Prohibited Copy Trading:** - Copying other traders' trades. - Using social trading tools or copy trading software to pass evaluations. - Using challenge pass services, whether by traders or automated systems (EAs). Violating these rules will result in immediate termination of your funded account with no refund.

What payment methods are available in CTI?

Our website mainly supports credit/debit cards and Crypto (BTC, ETH, USDT – Tron "TRX" Network) payments directly from your Client Dashboard, but we’re flexible!