At Apex Trader Funding, our mission is to break down barriers to financial markets and empower a global community of traders. Founded by Darrell Martin, a rancher turned day trader, we’ve built a thriving network of over 100,000 traders in 100+ countries since 2008. We believe in Traders Helping Traders by providing accessible funding, education, and support to help traders succeed.
Integrity, growth, and collaboration are the cornerstones of our community. We foster an environment of honesty, fairness, and respect where all traders, regardless of background, can thrive. Our motto reflects our commitment to sharing knowledge and resources, allowing traders to elevate one another and reach new heights.
Focused on operational excellence, we deliver high-quality resources and transparent funding models to ensure our traders have the tools they need to succeed. As we continue to grow, we remain dedicated to continuous improvement and upholding the values of integrity and quality.
What we offer and how we differentiate
At Apex Trader Funding, we’re committed to providing a smooth and transparent trading experience. Achieve success by reaching your profit target, managing your drawdown, and trading on your schedule with near round-the-clock access.
Why Trade with Apex Trader Funding?
- Flexible Trading Hours: You can trade up to 23 hours a day, from 6 PM one day to 4:59 PM ET the following day.
- Clear and Simple Rules: There are no hidden rules; you can find details for all trading rules across our FAQs.
- Affordable and Attainable Plans: Our evaluation plans are accessible and easy to pass, with minimal rules to follow.
- Trade During News Events: You can use your usual strategy. News events are only restricted to directional trading - you cannot use multi-directional strategies during news.
- Generous Account Limit: Enjoy the flexibility to hold up to 20 funded accounts per household.
- No Catch: Follow our simple rules to trade with zero personal financial risk and a real earning opportunity.
What Makes Us Different?
- Higher Profit Splits: Get a larger share of the profits than with other firms.
- More Profits Paid Out: We offer some of the highest profit payouts in the industry.
- Lower-Cost Evaluations: Start trading with affordable and accessible plans.
- Generous Account Capacity: Hold up to 20 funded accounts, maximizing your earning potential.
- Free NinjaTrader License: Trade with a leading platform at no extra cost.
At Apex Trader Funding, we aim to empower you to succeed and achieve a funded account. Throughout your trading journey, we provide ongoing support to help you meet your financial goals.
Apex Trader Funding Accounts - Registering as a Person or Business
Apex Trader Funding offers two main account types: Member/Business Accounts and Trading Accounts.
Member Accounts
A Member Account is created when you first sign up to purchase a subscription or join as an Affiliate (or both). This refers to the Apex Dashboard, where you can find your user profile, which is your account assigned to the email you login with.
- One Account Rule: Each person is allowed to create only ONE personal Member Account for personal use. This account provides access to the trader dashboard, affiliate resources, evaluation purchases, PA account payments, affiliate links, and more.
- Creating a Business Member Account: If you wish to trade through a business entity, you may also create a Member Account for that business. To set up a business Member Account, you’ll need to provide the business’s EIN, along with potential additional documents to verify the business organization, if required. You are permitted ONE personal Member Account and ONE business Member Account.
- Important: Creating multiple personal or business Member Accounts beyond the allowed limits is a violation of Apex Trader Funding’s policy. Any additional accounts will be closed, and any profits or affiliate commissions from those accounts will be forfeited.
To remain compliant, remember that each person may only have ONE personal Member Account and ONE business Member Account. Accounts cannot be transferred from one user to another.
Business Accounts
If you intend to trade through an LLC or register as a business, you must select this option when you sign up for your evaluation account.
We allow traders to set up a business account as long as the entity is solely owned and controlled by the trader. Eligible U.S. business entities that meet these criteria include Sole Proprietorships, Single-Member LLCs, and S Corporations with a single or sole 80% shareholder or similar international business models.
These entities must have the trader as the sole owner and operator, without any additional members, partners, or shareholders. For verification, traders will need to provide documentation confirming the entity's structure and ownership, such as an operating agreement, Articles of Organization, or a similar official document that reflects sole ownership.
Key Points for Business Accounts:
- A personal account cannot be converted to an LLC account. You must sign up for the evaluation directly under the LLC for the funded account to be associated with it.
- The registered name on a paid or funded account cannot be changed after registration. Double-check that all details are correct before signing up.
How to Register as a Business or LLC/Corp:
- First Name Field: Enter the full entity name (e.g., “ABC Company, LLC”).
- Last Name Field: Enter your full name (e.g., “John Smith”).
- Business Information: The address and phone number should match your business records. Use a business credit card for evaluation fees and PA fees.
Policy on Account Ownership and Corporate Eligibility:
- Our company strictly accepts single-user accounts for both individuals and corporations.
- For corporate accounts, only the majority shareholder—defined as an individual owning 80% or more of the company—can be the registered trader on the account.
- No other individuals, employees, or shareholders may trade on behalf of the corporation.
- Any change in ownership that results in the majority shareholder holding less than 80% of the company will be considered a violation of this policy. If this occurs, the account will be deemed in breach of our terms and will be forfeited immediately without refund or recourse.
- Shared accounts, multiple-user access, or third-party trading are strictly prohibited.
- This policy ensures compliance, security, and a fair trading environment. If you have any questions, please contact our support team.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- The maximum number of PA accounts for one user is still 20 accounts. This means that you CANNOT have 20 PAs in your personal name and 20 under your business entity.
- Being classified as a "professional" may result in additional exchange fees for you or your entity. For example, fees will be at least $115 per month for just CME professional data. Other additional exchange fees may apply.
- Please thoroughly read the terms to see if you qualify as a professional or a non-professional trader status. Note: most traders/LLCs are not professional traders.
Trading Accounts (Evaluations and Performance Accounts)
Trading Accounts are the accounts you use to place trades, manage subscriptions, perform resets, and view your trading profits and losses.
- Identifiers: Trading accounts typically start with “APEX-” or “PA-APEX” and may be associated with Rithmic or Tradovate platforms.
- Account Management: You can manage and view login information for these accounts within your Member Account. It’s common to have multiple Trading Accounts, whether evaluation or PA accounts.
- Providing Account Information: You should not share your trading account numbers unless specifically asked or if you have a question regarding a particular trading account. When providing a trading account number, also include a Member Account identifier, such as your signup name, username, or email.
Traders are responsible for canceling their accounts, including managing any data fees, through the help desk back office, with no refunds provided. Billing begins upon signup and recurs every 30 days unless canceled manually, and charges may vary slightly based on the billing cycle or selected one-time account fee.
How to Change Your ATF Password:
- Log in to your Member’s Area and click the Change Password link on the right side, as shown below.
Apex Trader Funding is dedicated to empowering traders with the tools, resources, and support they need to thrive in the financial markets. Together, we strive to build a transparent, inclusive, and results-driven trading community where your success is our priority.
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