Complete Rules & Guidelines

Trading Rules & FAQ

Everything you need to know about our trading rules, evaluation process, and company policies. Written in plain English with detailed examples and clear explanations.

Trading Rules

Our rules are designed to identify skilled, disciplined traders while protecting capital. Every rule is applied consistently and never changes mid-evaluation.

Key Principles

No time limits on any phase
Rules never change mid-evaluation
Automated rule enforcement
100% fee refund on completion

Profit Targets

Phase-specific targets to demonstrate consistent profitability

Phase 1: Challenge

10%
Profit target to advance
  • Reach 10% profit on your starting balance
  • Must trade on minimum 5 calendar days
  • No time limit - trade at your own pace

Phase 2: Verification

5%
Profit target to get funded
  • Reach 5% profit on your starting balance
  • Must trade on minimum 5 calendar days
  • Same risk rules as Phase 1
Example: $100,000 Account

Phase 1: Need to reach $110,000 (10% profit = $10,000 gain)

Phase 2: Need to reach $105,000 (5% profit = $5,000 gain)

Loss Limits

Critical risk management rules - violation results in immediate failure

Daily Loss Limit: 5%

Critical Rule
You cannot lose more than 5% of your account balance in a single trading day
How It Works:
  • Calculated from your starting balance at market open each day
  • Resets at 5:00 PM EST (New York market close)
  • Includes both realized and unrealized losses
  • Trading is automatically disabled if limit is reached
Example: $100,000 Account

Daily Loss Limit: $5,000 (5% of $100,000)

Account starts day at: $103,000 (you have $3,000 profit)

Maximum loss allowed today: Still $5,000 (based on original $100K)

Account cannot go below: $98,000 today

Maximum Drawdown: 10%

Critical Rule
Your account equity cannot fall more than 10% below your highest balance (trailing drawdown)
How Trailing Drawdown Works:
  • Initially based on your starting balance
  • As your account grows, the "high water mark" moves up
  • Maximum drawdown is always 10% from your highest point
  • High water mark never decreases
Example: $100,000 Account
Starting Balance: $100,000 → Max DD: $90,000
Account grows to: $110,000 → Max DD: $99,000
Account grows to: $115,000 → Max DD: $103,500
Account drops to: $112,000 → Max DD still: $103,500
Key Point: If account ever hits $103,500, evaluation fails

Risk Management Rules

Additional safeguards to promote disciplined trading

Minimum Trading Days: 5 Days

Required for Both Phases
You must execute at least one trade on 5 different calendar days

Purpose: Ensures consistent trading activity and prevents lucky single-day gains

What Counts: Any day you open or close a position counts as a trading day

Calendar Days: Must be different calendar dates (not just different sessions)

No Minimum Trades: Just one trade per day is sufficient

Maximum Risk Per Trade: 2%*

Default Rule (Can Be Removed)
Single trade cannot risk more than 2% of account balance

How It's Calculated: Distance between entry price and stop loss × position size

Based on Account Balance: 2% of current account balance, not starting balance

Removable: Available as "Advanced Risk Management" add-on for experienced traders

Example: $100,000 Account

Maximum Risk Per Trade: $2,000 (2% of $100,000)

EUR/USD Trade: Entry 1.1000, Stop Loss 1.0950

Risk Per Pip: 50 pips × lot size = risk amount

Maximum Lot Size: Position size that risks exactly $2,000

Trading Restrictions

Time-based and market condition restrictions

News Trading Restrictions

High-Impact News Events
No trading 30 minutes before and after major economic announcements
Restricted Events Include:
  • Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP)
  • Federal Reserve announcements (FOMC)
  • Central bank interest rate decisions
  • GDP releases (major economies)
  • Inflation data (CPI, PPI)
How to Identify:
  • • Events marked with red folder icon on economic calendars
  • • High impact rating (usually 3 bulls or equivalent)
  • • We provide a calendar of restricted times in your dashboard
What's Allowed:
  • • Closing existing positions during news (risk management)
  • • Trading medium and low impact news events
  • • Trading before the 30-minute restriction window

Weekend Holding Policy

Default Policy (Can Be Changed)
All positions must be closed before Friday market close

Reason: Weekend gaps can cause unexpected losses that violate daily loss limits

Friday Deadline: 4:55 PM EST (5 minutes before official close)

Automatic Closure: System will close positions if you forget

Weekend Holding Add-on: Available for swing traders who need this flexibility

Prohibited Strategies

Trading strategies that are not allowed - results in immediate failure

Strictly Prohibited:

  • Hedging/Offsetting Positions: Opening opposite positions on the same instrument
  • Arbitrage Trading: Exploiting price differences between brokers or platforms
  • Tick Scalping: Strategies designed to exploit server latency or connection speeds
  • Copy Trading: Copying trades from external sources or signals
  • Account Coordination: Coordinating trades across multiple Dolvero accounts

Allowed Strategies:

  • Day Trading: Opening and closing positions within the same day
  • Swing Trading: Holding positions for days or weeks (with weekend addon)
  • Scalping: Quick trades based on technical analysis (not tick scalping)
  • EA Trading: Expert Advisors with proper pre-approval
  • Technical Analysis: All forms of chart-based trading strategies

Evaluation Process FAQ

How long do I have to complete each phase?

There are no time limits on either evaluation phase. You can take as long as you need to reach the profit targets while following all trading rules. This removes pressure and allows you to trade your proven strategy without rushing into poor decisions.

What happens if I fail the evaluation?

If you violate any trading rule, your evaluation ends immediately. However, you can:

  • • Purchase a new challenge and try again
  • • Review detailed analytics to understand what went wrong
  • • Start with a smaller account size to build confidence
  • • Many successful traders pass on their 2nd or 3rd attempt

We provide comprehensive trade-by-trade analysis to help you improve your approach.

Can I use Expert Advisors (EAs) or automated trading?

Yes, EAs and automated strategies are allowed with pre-approval:

  • • Submit your EA for review before starting your challenge
  • • We verify it doesn't use prohibited strategies (hedging, arbitrage, etc.)
  • • Approved EAs must follow all the same risk management rules
  • • You remain responsible for EA performance and rule compliance

The approval process typically takes 24-48 hours and ensures your EA is compatible with our trading environment.

Can I have multiple challenges at the same time?

Yes, you can run multiple challenges simultaneously, including different account sizes. Each challenge is completely independent with its own login credentials, rules, and progress tracking. However, you cannot coordinate trades between accounts or use the same strategy simultaneously across multiple accounts.

What markets and instruments can I trade?

You can trade all major markets available on our platform:

  • Forex: All major, minor, and exotic currency pairs
  • Indices: US30, SPX500, NAS100, UK100, GER40, and more
  • Commodities: Gold, Silver, Oil, Natural Gas
  • Cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin, Ethereum, and major altcoins

All instruments are available 24/5 during market hours with institutional-grade spreads and execution.

Account Management FAQ

How do I track my progress during evaluation?

Our trader dashboard provides real-time tracking of all key metrics:

  • • Current account balance and unrealized P&L
  • • Progress toward profit targets (visual progress bars)
  • • Daily loss limit remaining and maximum drawdown status
  • • Trading days completed and compliance status
  • • Trade-by-trade history with detailed analytics

All data updates in real-time, so you always know exactly where you stand.

What happens after I pass both evaluation phases?

Congratulations! Here's what happens next:

  • • You receive a funded trading account with the same balance size
  • • 100% refund of your challenge fee is processed
  • • You keep 80% of all profits you generate (90% with upgrade)
  • • First payout available after 14 days of funded trading
  • • Account can scale up based on consistent performance

The same risk management rules apply, but there are no more profit targets to hit.

How does account scaling work?

Account scaling is automatic based on consistent performance:

  • Every 3 months: Account size can increase by 25%
  • Requirements: Profitable in 2 out of 3 months
  • Maximum scaling: Up to $200K through standard program
  • Beyond $200K: Invitation to Dolvero Fund (institutional program)
  • No limit: Top performers can access multi-million dollar allocations

Scaling is based purely on merit - consistent profitable traders grow their capital allocation indefinitely.

What if I lose money on my funded account?

Losing months are normal - even the best traders have them:

  • Minor losses: Continue trading normally, no penalties
  • Larger losses: May affect scaling timeline but not account status
  • Rule violations: Same as evaluation - account is terminated
  • Your risk: Zero - you never lose your own money

We understand trading involves losses. Our focus is on long-term performance, not monthly perfection.

Payouts & Withdrawals FAQ

How quickly are payouts processed?

We guarantee 24-hour payout processing:

  • Request submitted: Immediate confirmation
  • Compliance review: Automated checks (usually 1-2 hours)
  • Payment processing: Within 24 hours guaranteed
  • Bank settlement: 1-3 business days (depends on your bank)

You can track every step of the payout process in real-time through your dashboard. Our average processing time is actually 18 hours.

What payout methods are available?

We offer multiple convenient payout methods:

  • Bank Wire Transfer: Direct to your bank account (most common)
  • PayPal: Instant transfer to your PayPal account
  • Skrill: Popular in Europe and Asia
  • Cryptocurrency: Bitcoin, USDC, and other major cryptocurrencies
  • Check by Mail: Physical check mailed to your address

All payout methods have the same 24-hour processing guarantee. Bank transfers are most popular due to no fees.

Are there any payout fees?

Our payout fee structure is completely transparent:

  • Bank Wire Transfer: $0 fee (we cover all costs)
  • PayPal: $0 fee for amounts over $100
  • Cryptocurrency: Network fees only (typically $2-10)
  • International wires: $25 fee for non-US recipients

We absorb most fees to ensure you receive the maximum amount of your profits. No hidden charges or surprise deductions.

What's the minimum payout amount?

Minimum payout amounts are designed to be accessible:

  • First payout: $50 minimum after 14-day waiting period
  • Subsequent payouts: $50 minimum, no waiting period
  • Frequency: Request payouts as often as weekly
  • No maximum: Withdraw any amount of accumulated profits

The low minimum ensures even part-time traders can access their profits quickly without waiting to accumulate large amounts.

Platform & Technology FAQ

What trading platforms do you provide?

We provide institutional-grade versions of industry-standard platforms:

  • MetaTrader 4 (MT4): Most popular forex platform with EAs support
  • MetaTrader 5 (MT5): Advanced platform with more order types and timeframes
  • cTrader: Professional ECN platform with advanced charting
  • DXTrade: Multi-asset platform for stocks, forex, and commodities

All platforms feature institutional spreads, deep liquidity, and professional execution quality. You receive login credentials immediately after purchase.

What are your trading hours and market access?

We provide 24/5 market access with global coverage:

  • Forex: Sunday 5 PM EST to Friday 5 PM EST
  • Indices: Nearly 24-hour access with brief daily maintenance
  • Commodities: Extended hours matching major exchanges
  • Cryptocurrencies: True 24/7 trading including weekends

Our infrastructure is hosted across multiple data centers globally to ensure optimal execution speed and reliability regardless of your location.

Do you provide market data and research tools?

Yes, we provide comprehensive market data and analysis tools:

  • Real-time data: Institutional-quality price feeds with minimal latency
  • Economic calendar: With news restriction markers for compliance
  • Technical indicators: 100+ built-in indicators plus custom indicator support
  • Fundamental analysis: Daily market reports and weekly outlook
  • Sentiment data: Market positioning and retail trader sentiment

All tools are included at no additional cost and integrate seamlessly with your trading platform.

What if I experience technical issues during trading?

We take technical issues seriously and have multiple safeguards:

  • 24/7 Technical Support: Live chat and phone support during market hours
  • Redundant Infrastructure: Multiple servers and data centers for reliability
  • Issue Resolution: Fair treatment for technical failures outside your control
  • Trade Adjustments: We can reverse trades affected by confirmed technical issues
  • Extended Evaluations: Additional time may be granted for significant outages

We maintain detailed logs of all system performance and can verify any technical issues that may have affected your trading.

About Dolvero FAQ

What makes Dolvero different from other prop firms?

Dolvero was built by former institutional traders who understand what professional trading requires:

  • No Time Limits: Trade at your own pace without artificial pressure
  • Rules Never Change: Your evaluation rules are locked when you start
  • Transparent Operations: Real-time payout tracking and public performance metrics
  • Institutional Infrastructure: Professional execution and risk management systems
  • Unlimited Scaling: Performance-based growth to institutional-level capital
  • Trader-First Business Model: We make money when you make money

We're focused on building long-term relationships with successful traders, not maximizing evaluation fees.

How does Dolvero make money?

Our revenue model aligns our interests with your success:

  • Profit Sharing: 20% of all profits generated by funded traders (our main revenue)
  • Evaluation Fees: Fully refunded upon successful completion
  • Add-on Services: Optional upgrades and premium features
  • No Hidden Fees: Complete transparency in all fee structures

Because our primary revenue comes from profit sharing, we succeed when you succeed. This creates a genuine partnership rather than an adversarial relationship.

Is Dolvero regulated and legitimate?

Yes, Dolvero operates under full regulatory compliance:

  • Licensed Entity: Regulated proprietary trading firm with proper licensing
  • Segregated Funds: Client funds held in segregated accounts with top-tier banks
  • Financial Reporting: Regular audits and transparent financial disclosures
  • Compliance Programs: Robust AML, KYC, and risk management procedures
  • Track Record: $50M+ paid to traders with verifiable payment history

We publish monthly transparency reports showing payout statistics, performance metrics, and operational updates.

Who can apply for Dolvero evaluations?

Our evaluations are open to traders worldwide with minimal restrictions:

  • Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older
  • Geographic: Available in 150+ countries (some restrictions apply)
  • Experience Level: All skill levels welcome (we have $5K accounts for beginners)
  • Background Check: Basic KYC verification required
  • No Minimum Capital: Challenge fees start at just $49

We believe talent exists everywhere and strive to make our evaluations accessible to skilled traders regardless of their background or location.

How can I contact Dolvero support?

We provide multiple ways to get help quickly:

  • Live Chat: 24/7 during market hours (fastest response)
  • Email Support: support@dolvero.com (response within 2 hours)
  • Phone Support: Available during business hours for urgent issues
  • Knowledge Base: Comprehensive self-help articles and video tutorials
  • Community Forum: Peer support and trading discussions

Our support team consists of experienced traders who understand the challenges you face and can provide meaningful assistance.

Ready to Start Your Evaluation?

Now that you understand our rules and process, take the next step toward building your funded trading career with transparent, consistent guidelines.