Can I run the same strategy across multiple prop firm accounts simultaneously?
Running identical trades across multiple accounts at the same firm — whether your own or coordinated with others — is prohibited. Firms allow traders to hold multiple accounts but require that each is traded independently, with different trade entries or sizes.
Can I run the same strategy across multiple prop firm accounts simultaneously?
Running identical trades across multiple accounts at the same firm — whether your own or coordinated with others — is prohibited. Firms allow traders to hold multiple accounts but require that each is traded independently, with different trade entries or sizes.
Key Points
- Identical trades across your own accounts is usually allowed with conditions
- Coordinating identical trades with other traders is banned
- Firms cross-check accounts by IP, trade timing, and position size
- Detected group trading leads to account termination for all parties
- Some firms cap accounts per trader (e.g. max 3 live accounts)
Firm Comparison
| Firm | Policy | Threshold | Consequence |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTMO | Group Trading | Banned (cross-account coordination) | Account terminated |
| FundingPips | Group Trading | Banned | Account closed |
| FXIFY | Group Trading | Banned | Termination |
| BrightFunded | Group Trading | Banned | Account terminated |
| Finotive Funding | Group Trading | Banned | Termination |
| The5ers | Group Trading | Banned | Account closed |
| E8 Markets | Group Trading | Banned | Immediate termination |
| Think Capital | Group Trading | Banned | Account terminated |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the account copying
group trading rule?
Why is group trading banned?
It allows groups to statistically guarantee a payout by spreading risk across many accounts — essentially gaming the challenge system.
Does this apply to copy trading within my own accounts?
Cross-account copying between your own accounts at the same firm is usually also banned.
Can a prop trading team trade together on separate accounts?
No — each account must trade independently. Team setups with shared signals are banned.