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The5ers Trading Rules Explained

Also known as The 5%ers

Long-running firm (since 2016) with 1, 2 and 3-step programs and scaling to $4M.

4.5/5 our ratingSince 2016United KingdomReviewed by PickMyFirmUpdated Oct 28, 2026
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Updated Oct 27, 2026 · No published end date

The5ers rules: what you can and can't do

  • News trading: Not stated

    The firm doesn't say. Ask support in writing before you rely on it.

  • Holding overnight: Allowed

    You can keep positions open past the end of the trading day.

  • Holding over the weekend: Allowed

    You can keep positions open from Friday close to the Monday open.

  • EAs, bots & algorithms: Allowed

    Automated strategies are allowed, within the firm's fair-use rules.

  • Copy trading: Not allowed

    Copying trades between accounts or from signals is not allowed.

  • Hedging: Not stated

    The firm doesn't say. Ask support in writing before you rely on it.

Loss limits by plan

Pro Growth (1-Step)

Daily
3%
Max
6%
Min days
3

Static. Your loss limit is fixed from the starting balance. Profits never move it up, so gains give you extra room.

High Stakes (2-Step)

Daily
5%
Max
10%
Min days
3

Static. Your loss limit is fixed from the starting balance. Profits never move it up, so gains give you extra room.

Bootcamp (3-Step)

Daily
None
Max
5%
Min days
0

Static. Your loss limit is fixed from the starting balance. Profits never move it up, so gains give you extra room.

Fine print

  • Maximum leverage: 1:100
  • Scaling plan: Account scales on every 10% target (5% on Bootcamp), up to $4M
  • Fee refund: the evaluation fee is refunded with a payout.