Topstep rules (2026), explained
Topstep is the futures benchmark. Its Max Loss Limit is INTRADAY trailing: it follows your live equity peak during the session. It also has a 50% consistency rule to pass the Combine.
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Drawdown (trailing_intraday)
Max Loss Limit trailing INTRADAY: sigue el peak de equity en vivo durante la sesión. Overnight prohibido desde mar-2026.
Topstep accounts
| Account | Target | Trailing DD | Daily loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $3,000 | $2,000 | $1,000 |
| $100,000 | $6,000 | $3,000 | $2,000 |
| $150,000 | $9,000 | $4,500 | $3,000 |
PropGuard stops you before you break these Topstep rules
Connect your Topstep account, keep trading your strategy, and PropGuard watches every limit live (daily loss, drawdown, consistency, quick strike, news). When you get close to the edge it auto-closes or blocks — before a technicality kills your account.
See plans (from 19 USDT) →Frequently asked questions about Topstep rules
Does Topstep have a consistency rule?
Yes. CONFIRMADO (help.topstep.com): mejor día ≤ 50% del profit target. Aplica para pasar el Combine, avanzar a XFA y pedir payout.
Does PropGuard work with Topstep?
Yes. PropGuard runs with your strategy on Topstep and auto-stops you before breaking the daily loss, drawdown and other rules. Supports MT4 and MT5.
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Research values (May 2026) from public sources and official help centers. Each firm runs several programs with different values; this models the flagship. Verify against the exact product ToS before trading. PropGuard is not affiliated with Topstep.