FTMO profile

Name: FTMO review
Item: FTMO
Rating: 4
Author: HalalInvestGuide

Available in 6 marketsProp Trading4.0 / 5 overall score

A modern prop trading firm where traders complete an evaluation in a simulated CFD-style environment before becoming eligible for performance rewards. FTMO is best reviewed as a simulated prop trading evaluation, not as a Shariah-certified investment platform. Muslim traders should verify the selected challenge type, swaps, CFDs, overnight and weekend rules, reward share, drawdown rules, and forbidden trading practices before paying the challenge fee.

HIHalalInvestGuide researchPlatform profile and Shariah transparency

HIEditorial checkUpdated Aug 12, 2026

FTMO in a nutshell

Methodology check neededMultiple review signals tracked

Overall score

4.0

Out of 5

Minimum deposit

N/A

Varies by account type

Pricing

Challenge fee varies by account size and challenge type

mixed

Shariah score

3.6

Not listed

Founded

N/A

Prague, Czech Republic

Reach

N/A

Reported platform size

Based on platform data, fee notes, Shariah information, and category fit.

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Editorial view

HalalInvestGuide platform research

FTMO stands out when its feature set matches the reader's real workflow. The strongest reason to consider it is 1-step and 2-step ftmo challenge accounts, while the main check is whether the pricing tier and country availability fit before relying on it as a long-term tool.

What people should know about FTMO

Strengths

Clear public trading objectives for profit target, daily loss, maximum loss, and minimum trading days
Official FAQ explains reward withdrawals and reward-share differences by challenge type
Swing account option is useful to review for traders who need overnight or weekend holding

Common concerns

FTMO challenges simulate CFD-like trading conditions and include swaps, spreads, commissions, and trading-hour constraints
Standard FTMO Accounts require overnight or weekend position restrictions after evaluation, unless Swing applies
No Shariah certification is presented in this HIG profile; users need separate scholarly review

FTMO is strongest when readers value 1-step and 2-step ftmo challenge accounts. Compare it with alternatives if you need lower costs, different country access, or a more complete brokerage workflow.

Platform facts

FTMO facts that decide the choice

Review the account type, pricing, country fit, Shariah signal, and signup checks before clicking through. The final terms can still change by country, entity, product, and account type.

Last reviewed

Aug 12, 2026

Decision field	Visible fact	How to use it
Main use	1-Step and 2-Step FTMO Challenge accounts	Decide whether this is the right tool type before comparing price or rating.
Countries listed	United Kingdom, United States, United Arab Emirates, Malaysia, Indonesia, Nigeria	Confirm live account access, product eligibility, and local restrictions on the provider site.
Pricing	Challenge fee varies by account size and challenge type	Check the current pricing page before subscribing, depositing, or opening an account.
Shariah signal	FTMO is not treated here as a Shariah-certified provider. Review CFD exposure, swaps, leverage, simulated funding terms, reward contract, and overnight/weekend rules before using it.	Use the provider's current methodology, certificate, fatwa, or official documents before relying on the profile.
Open checks	Check the selected account size and challenge fee on FTMO before purchase.	Do not choose only from the score; verify the exact product and country version you will use.

Official sources

What we could verify for FTMO

FTMO has useful official evidence for challenge rules, reward-share structure, trading objectives, and Swing account caveats. This HIG profile treats FTMO as a prop trading evaluation provider, not as a Shariah-certified investment platform.

Good, with caveats

Checked Aug 12, 2026

What this supports

FTMO publishes separate 1-Step and 2-Step Challenge options and trading objectives.
FTMO's 2-Step Challenge page lists 10% profit target for the Challenge, 5% for Verification, 5% maximum daily loss, and 10% maximum loss.
FTMO's FAQ says 2-Step FTMO Accounts have an 80% reward share and that the Scale-Up Plan can increase it up to 90%.
FTMO's FAQ says the Swing account is not required to close positions overnight or over weekends, unlike standard FTMO Account restrictions.

Still verify

Check the selected account size and challenge fee on FTMO before purchase.
Review spreads, commissions, swaps, CFD exposure, leverage, forbidden practices, and local tax or regulatory rules.
Do not treat FTMO's prop trading terms as Shariah approval; obtain qualified guidance where needed.

Official source links

Official, regulator, help-center, or disclosure pages

FTMO Challenge pageproduct

Supports 1-Step and 2-Step challenge structure, target, loss-limit, reward-share, and pricing-table checks.

FTMO FAQrisk

Supports reward-share, fee-refund, Swing account, and trading-condition checks.

Use this section as a starting point, not as investment advice, insurance advice, legal advice, tax advice, or a religious ruling.

Quick verdict

Is FTMO a good fit?

FTMO is best for Muslim investors who need 1-step and 2-step ftmo challenge accounts. It may be less ideal if its country availability, pricing, product type, or public Shariah documentation does not match the account you actually need.

Best for

1-Step and 2-Step FTMO Challenge accounts
2-Step target: 10% Challenge and 5% Verification
Users in United Kingdom, United States, United Arab Emirates

Not ideal for

Users who cannot confirm country access
Users who need a fatwa or personal financial advice
Users who do not want to review provider terms and fees

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Score breakdown

Shariah transparency3.6

Fees4.0

Product coverage4.3

Country availability6

Ease of use4.2

Research depth4.3

Support4.2

Official pages

Provider website

Pricing page or fee notes where available

Terms, help center, or product documentation where available

Shariah methodology page or certification signal where available

App store, public reviews, fund factsheet, prospectus, or regulatory disclosure where applicable

Country availability

Market	Listed status	Check before using
United Kingdom	Listed in directory	Confirm account access, fees, funding, and product scope.
United States	Listed in directory	Confirm account access, fees, funding, and product scope.
United Arab Emirates	Listed in directory	Confirm account access, fees, funding, and product scope.
Malaysia	Listed in directory	Confirm account access, fees, funding, and product scope.
Indonesia	Listed in directory	Confirm account access, fees, funding, and product scope.
Nigeria	Listed in directory	Confirm account access, fees, funding, and product scope.

Shariah documentation status

FTMO has a Shariah-related note: FTMO is not treated here as a Shariah-certified provider. Review CFD exposure, swaps, leverage, simulated funding terms, reward contract, and overnight/weekend rules before using it. Verify whether the provider publishes a named methodology, board, or product-level documentation.

HalalInvestGuide does not issue fatwas. This page summarizes publicly available Shariah documentation and platform disclosures so readers can do their own due diligence.

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How rankings work Revenue disclosure Corrections

FTMO fees and pricing

Subscription, minimum deposit, and cost transparency

4.0

Score

FTMO uses a mixed pricing model with Challenge fee varies by account size and challenge type listed as the headline cost. The most important check is whether the free tier, paid tier, and feature limits match the investing workflow you need.

Fee item	Current account detail	Decision point
Pricing model	mixed	Check whether this is free, subscription, percentage, or mixed.
Headline price	Challenge fee varies by account size and challenge type	Confirm current pricing on the platform before subscribing.
Minimum deposit	N/A	Screening tools may not require a brokerage deposit.
Plan detail	FTMO says the challenge fee depends on the selected FTMO Challenge and simulated account balance	Review feature access and renewal terms.
Plan detail	FTMO says the 2-Step fee is refundable with the first Reward withdrawal after successful completion	Review feature access and renewal terms.
Plan detail	FTMO says the 1-Step fee is a one-time fee and is not refunded after successful completion	Review feature access and renewal terms.

Pros

Pricing is clear enough to compare against alternatives
Useful for readers who need dedicated halal research tools

Cons

Premium tiers can matter if advanced screening is required
Brokerage and screening costs need a separate check

Is FTMO safe and Shariah-transparent?

Certification, methodology, and reader confidence

3.6

Score

FTMO supports a halal investing workflow, but readers should review the published methodology carefully before relying on it.

Certified

Check

Not listed

Compliance score

3.6

Out of 5

Countries

Availability varies by market

Pros

FTMO is not treated here as a Shariah-certified provider. Review CFD exposure, swaps, leverage, simulated funding terms, reward contract, and overnight/weekend rules before using it.
Country availability is listed before account research
Compliance score is separated from fees and usability

Cons

Verify current certification documents before relying on the review
Screening standards can vary between platforms

FTMO platform and tools

Screening workflow, portfolio features, and everyday usability

4.2

Score

FTMO is best reviewed as a simulated prop trading evaluation, not as a Shariah-certified investment platform. Muslim traders should verify the selected challenge type, swaps, CFDs, overnight and weekend rules, reward share, drawdown rules, and forbidden trading practices before paying the challenge fee.