FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
What is Thrive Trading?
Thrive Trading is a sim proprietary trading firm that provides traders with access to capital through a sim funding model. We empower traders by offering financial backing through sim funded accounts, professional-grade tools, and educational resources to support long-term trading success.
Who can join Thrive Trading?
Anyone over 18 with a basic understanding of trading can join. No prior professional experience is required, and we welcome traders of all skill levels.
What markets can I trade with Thrive Trading?
Currently, we provide exclusive access to the Futures market, including:
● Major indices
● Commodities
● Forex futures
Note: We are actively expanding to include additional asset classes in the future.
What countries are eligible to trade with Thrive?
We welcome traders globally, with some exceptions due to legal and regulatory restrictions. Restricted Countries include (not exhaustive): Afghanistan, Albania, Bahamas, Belarus, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Burma (Myanmar), Cuba, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Iran, Iraq, Jamaica, Kosovo, Lebanon, Libya, Montenegro, North Korea, Pakistan, Philippines, Russia, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Turkey, Ukraine, Vietnam, Venezuela, Yemen, Zimbabwe
Getting Started
How do I sign up for a Thrive Trading sim account?
1. Visit our website and select your preferred sim account size and type
3. Receive your login credentials for our sim trading platform
4. Download the trading software and begin trading in your sim environment
What instruments can I trade with Thrive?
Here are the symbols and you can trade including their respective exchanges.
| Symbol | Exchange |
| 6A | CME |
| 6B | CME |
| 6C | CME |
| 6E | CME |
| 6J | CME |
| 6L | CME |
| 6M | CME |
| 6N | CME |
| 6S | CME |
| BTC | CME |
| CL | NYMEX |
| DC | CME |
| ES | CME |
| ETH | CME |
| GC | COMEX |
| GF | CME |
| HE | CME |
| HG | COMEX |
| HO | NYMEX |
| LE | CME |
| M2K | CME |
| M6A | CME |
| M6B | CME |
| M6E | CME |
| MBT | CME |
| MCL | NYMEX |
| MES | CME |
| MET | CME |
| MGC | COMEX |
| MNQ | CME |
| MSI | COMEX |
| MYM | CME |
| NG | NYMEX |
| NKD | CME |
| NQ | CME |
| PA | NYMEX |
| PL | NYMEX |
| QG | NYMEX |
| RB | NYMEX |
| RTY | CME |
| SI | COMEX |
| SR3 | CME |
| YM | CME |
| ZC | CBOT |
| ZL | CBOT |
| ZM | CBOT |
| ZO | CBOT |
| ZR | CBOT |
| ZS | CBOT |
| ZW | CBOT |
How many sim-funded accounts can I have with Thrive?
Traders can hold:
● Up to 5 active sim funded accounts per category (EOD, Swing)
● Maximum total of 10 sim accounts
● Trade copying across sim accounts is permitted
How do I get a custom affiliate discount code?
Email [email protected] with your USER ID and social media handles. Our staff will provide further instructions.
Pricing & Payouts
What is the cost to join Thrive Trading?
An initial account fee applies, varying by account size and funding tier selected. There are no recurring or hidden fees after the initial account purchase.
How do profit payouts work at Thrive?
Example for a $50,000 account:
1. Initial profit target: $3,000 (bringing balance to $53,000)
2. Minimum withdrawal: $500
3. Maximum payout: $1,500
4. Required balance for max payout: $53,000
5. Additional bonus is added to trader bank after payout
How are profits split with Thrive?
Unlike many prop firms, there are no profit splits. Traders keep 100% of their profits, subject to withdrawal limits and payout schedule.
What is the Trader Bank bonus system?
The Trader Bank is our exclusive bonus system for sim account traders:
- 100% of each payout from your sim account goes directly to you
- 50% of each payout amount is added as bonus to your Trader Bank
- Target balance: $30,000
Upon reaching $30,000, choose between:
- Fund Incubator Program (potential pathway to live capital funding)
- Cash out full $30,000 at 80/20 split (No split for Fund Incubator)
What is the payout structure by account size?
Account Size | Gross Payout | Outright Payment | Trader Bank Bonus |
$50,000 | $2,250 | $1,500 | $750 |
$100,000 | $3,000 | $2,000 | $1,000 |
$150,000 | $3,750 | $2,500 | $1,250 |
$300,000 | $4,500 | $3,000 | $1,500 |
Sim Account Types & Trading Rules
What are the key trading rules for Thrive Sim Funded Accounts?
Key Trading Rules:
- No hedging – Offsetting positions in the same/correlated instruments not allowed
- No trader collusion – Account sharing and coordinated trading are prohibited
- Daily Loss Limits (DLL) – Soft breach requiring corrective action
- News trading permitted – Trading during high-impact events allowed
- Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) allowed – Scale into positions with reasonable risk
What happens if I violate the trading rules?
- Serious violations (hedging, collusion): Immediate account termination
- Soft breaches (exceeding Daily Loss Limit): Corrective action required
Are there any trading style restrictions?
Most trading styles are permitted, including high-frequency trading, provided they comply with risk management rules.
What are the rules for trading during news events?
News trading is allowed before, during, and after major economic reports. Manage volatility risks appropriately.
How does the End of Day (EOD) drawdown limit work?
Example for $150k account:
- Max drawdown: $5,000
- Trails daily closing balance
- Stops trailing at $5,000 in trading profits
How does the intraday drawdown limit work?
Example for $150k account:
- Max drawdown: $5,000
- Trails in real time peak balance
- Stops trailing at $5,000 in trading profits
Trading Technology
What trading platforms does Thrive support?
Current Primary Platform:
- Rithmic Trader Pro
Compatible Platforms:
- Sierra Chart
- Motivewave
- Bookmap
- Quantower
Additional platforms are under review and will be added in the future.
How do I set up and trade with Rithmic?
Setup Process:
- Download Rithmic Trader Pro or compatible platform
- Enter Thrive-provided login credentials
- Configure trading environment and risk settings
Support & Resources
How can I contact Thrive Trading support?
24/7 Support Available via:
Email: [email protected]
Support Portal: Zendesk Live chat
What educational resources does Thrive provide for traders?
We offer a comprehensive suite of educational resources including:
- Trading webinars
- Strategy guides
- Risk management tutorials
- Platform walkthrough videos
- Community discussion forums
Does Thrive offer mentoring or coaching?
We provide various levels of trader development support. Contact our support team for information about our current mentoring and coaching options.