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Prop Firm Risk Per Trade Calculator
How many losing trades in a row you can take before the daily limit or max drawdown, with firm presets.
By Jacob Walder (pen name), last checked 2026-10-13
Educational tool, not advice. It does arithmetic on the numbers you enter. It can't predict whether you pass. Firm presets use rules we verified on each firm's site; always check the firm's current rules.
The starting balance of the challenge account, in dollars.
The most you can lose in one day. Choose % of the account or a $ amount. Leave blank if your plan has none.
The total loss allowed before the account fails. Choose % or $.
How much of the account one losing trade costs you, as a %.
Want the full explanation? Read the guide: How to Pass a Prop Firm Challenge: Step-by-Step Plan and Risk Calculator.
Honest risk note: most challenge buyers fail. This tool is educational and not financial advice.
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