What is copy trading?

Copy trading is a form of trading where a trader copies or replicates the trades of another. Novice traders or amateurs can copy the trading strategies of experienced traders in real time with the aim of making trades on their own through a trading platform that connects both traders. Our copy trading platform allows you to search for traders to follow and replicate the trades of the trader(s) you select. This means that when the copied trader makes a trade, the same trade is created in the copy trader’s account. Copy trading is a way for novice traders to learn from other traders. However, it is important for copy traders to thoroughly research and understand the performance and trading strategy of the traders they are following.

How does copy trading work?

First, you subscribe to a signal by clicking 'Copy Trade.' Then, once the signal provider places an order, the system will automatically copy the trade in your account based on your account balance's proportion using the corresponding copy trade lot size. The copy lot size ratio refers to the ratio of the lot size of the copied order to the signal order. If the copy lot size ratio is 2, for every 1 lot placed by the signal, the copy account will place 2 lots. The calculation of the copy lot size ratio is as follows: Divide your balance by the signal provider's balance. For example, if your current balance is $1,000 and you subscribed to a signal provider with a balance of $10,000, the copy lot size ratio would be 0.1 (divide $1,000 by $10,000). If the base currencies are different, the ratio will be calculated after currency conversion. If you have set a signal multiplier in the copy trade control panel, the copy lot size ratio will be adjusted by multiplying the balance ratio with the signal multiplier.

How does a subscription work?

1.) Select a Trading Strategy: Browse and choose a signal provider that fits your needs from our website. 2.) Pricing and Payment: Pay a monthly subscription fee and a performance fee directly through your copy trading account. If your account currency isn’t USD, charges will be converted using the current exchange rate. 3.) Automatic Renewal: Subscriptions automatically renew each month on the same date, ensuring uninterrupted access to copy trading unless you cancel. 4.) Canceling a Subscription: You can cancel your subscription anytime. The system will process settlements, including closing positions, calculating performance fees, and processing deduction, on the last day of your subscription period. To avoid renewal, cancel at least 24 hours before the next billing date. After canceling, you can still copy or pause trades until the end of your current subscription period. 5.) Resuming a Subscription: Reactivate a subscription at any time by clicking "Resume Subscription".

What are the minimum requirements to be a signal provider or a copy trader?

By meeting the minimum requirements below, you can begin your journey on Tradingcup as a signal provider or a copy trader and gain access to the features and benefits offered. 1.) Have an ACY Securities account: Sign up for an account on ACY Securities . 2.) Have a MetaTrader account: A valid MT4 account or MT5 account is required. 3.) Initial minimum deposit for your trading account: The initial minimum deposit for our Standard accounts is $50. For ProZero accounts, the initial minimum deposit is $200. Note: To become a copier, your copy trading account must have a minimum balance of $250 dollars. This requirement ensures that you can successfully copy the signal provider's positions and maintain a certain level of risk tolerance.

How do I copy trades?

1.) Step 1 - Log in or Sign up with ACY Securities. If you haven't already done so, start by creating an ACY Securities trading account and seamlessly link it to Tradingcup. 2.) Step 2 - Choose Your Traders. Browse through our curated selection of top-performing traders. Select the ones that align with your investment goals and risk appetite. 3.) Step 3 - Copy and Trade. Once you've chosen your preferred traders, simply click on "Copy." You can copy up to 1 signal accounts simultaneously under your account. If you agree with the trading proportion calculated on our platform, click "Copy Now" to start replicating the trades of your chosen traders automatically. If your account balance is insufficient to begin copying trades, you can easily deposit funds to meet the required minimum balance amount. By copying trades from elite traders on Tradingcup, you gain access to proven strategies and insights that can help you achieve your trading goals faster and more efficiently.

What happens if I don't have enough balance for auto-renewal?

If your balance is insufficient for auto-renewal, the service will not renew, and we will initiate the unsubscribe process, including closing open positions , calculating performance fees , and deducting them . Please ensure your account has enough funds before the renewal date to avoid any interruptions.

How do I pay for copying a signal?

After you subscribe to a signal, the subscription fee will be deducted from your account and transferred to the signal provider's account. If your account base currency is not USD, we will deduct the equivalent amount in USD based on the current exchange rate from ACY Securities. The subscription fee for a signal is determined by each signal provider, usually ranging from USD $30 ~ $ 500.

How long will I need to wait for the trades to execute on the platform after I copy them?

The copied trades will be executed after signal providers place orders with an average time of 500 ms ~ 1 sec; this may be impacted by network connection speeds for users worldwide.

Is it necessary for me to open a new trading account?

You do not need to open a new trading account if you already have a valid MT4 or MT5 trading account.

How do I find signals?

Start by clicking Signals on the top menu of our website. You can also use the Search Settings filter to apply your search criteria.

Do I need to keep my MetaTrader platform open?

No, you don't need to keep your MT4 or MT5 platform open and running.

How do I become a copy trader?

1.) Sign up for an account on ACY Securities . 2.) Have a MT4 or MT5 account: A valid MT4 or MT5 account is required. This account will serve as your trading account. 3.) Initial minimum deposit: The initial minimum deposit for our Standard accounts is $50. For ProZero accounts, the initial minimum deposit is $200. Here are some tips to help you get started: - Research and evaluate signal providers - Subscribe to a signal provider - Keep track of and evaluate the trading performance - Determine whether to switch to another signal provider - Manage risk by diversifying signal sources - Regularly assess the performance of your signal provider(s)

How do I provide feedback and suggestions about Tradingcup?

To provide feedback and suggestions about Tradingcup, join our dedicated forum . Your insights help us enhance our services and create a better trading experience. Register on our forum , share your thoughts, and engage with fellow traders to shape the future of our copy trading platform.

How do I unsubscribe to a signal?

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking "Unsubscribe". The system will begin the settlement process on the last day of your subscription cycle, which includes closing positions, calculating and settling performance fees, and completing the deduction. The subscription will only be officially cancelled once the deduction is successful. In case of holidays or market closures, the settlement process will be postponed until the market reopens. Rest assured, no additional fees will be charged, and the subscription will not renew for the next cycle automatically.

How do I stop copying a signal if I don't want to copy it at the moment?

Simply click the pause icon to stop copying a signal. You can click the play icon to resume copying at any time.

How do I resume copying a signal?

You can resume copying a signal simply by clicking the play icon to resume copying. If you resume copying before the expiry date as indicated, the subscription will resume immediately. If you resume copying after the expiry date, you will create a new subscription to the signal.

How do I evaluate the performance of a signal?

By reviewing a signal's historical performance, including returns, drawdown levels, MMR rank, trade frequency and timing, you can have a clear picture of the signal's trading proficiency and evaluate the performance of the signal.

Why is my profit different from the signals I've subscribed to?

Due to differences in balance, leverage, account type, or you mannually trade on your trading platform and unforeseeable factors in actual market movements, it is impossible for trading profits to be completely consistent. However, maintaining similar balance, leverage, and account type can minimize differences.

How does the performance fee work?

The performance fee, based on the High-Water Mark Principle , is charged as a percentage of the profits on the copier’s investment. It is calculated on the cumulative gains and losses of copied trades and only applied if the cumulative profit is positive, ensuring fees are charged only when there is actual profit.

Can I withdraw from my Copy Trading account?

If you are still subscribed to a copy trading service, you must first cancel your subscription. Withdrawals can only be made after the settlement process is completed.

How risk is calculated?

Based on the selected signal performance and multiplier, this is an estimate of the maximum drawdown ratio for the copy trading account. The higher the ratio, the greater the risk of copying trades, and the ratio may exceed 100%. Please note that if the signals you follow are of the same type or from the same trader, the actual risk may be higher than the displayed ratio. Learn more

What is the Suggested Minimum Balance?

The Suggested Minimum Balance is calculated based on the lot size and signal multiplier; this helps effectively avoid issues caused by the signal provider's minimum lot size and maximum position that could prevent copying trades. If the copy account reaches the 'Suggested Minimum Balance' most of the time, it will be able to copy trades perfectly. The recommended funding level is adjusted accordingly based on changes in the signal multiplier. Learn more

Can I enter more than once?

You can enter multiple times. Some traders have multiple trading strategies they are using and open new trading accounts for each one and enter them separately.

Can I represent other people to participate in the Tradingcup contest?

You need to have an ACY live account to be eligible to enter the contest. It means every contestant will use the name on their trading accounts in the competition.

Is there a limit to the amount of leverage available to use?

In the Tradingcup contest, we allow leverage up to 500:1. You can change your leverage in the ACY client portal at ACY.Cloud .

Is there a minimum or maximum initial capital to enter the trading contest?

Is there a minimum or maximum initial capital to enter the trading contest? At ACY, our Standard account requires a minimum of $50 and our ProZero account has a minimum of $200.

How are the winners calculated?

The winners are calculated using our proprietary artificial intelligence (AI)-MMR ranking algorithm, which takes into consideration not only profitability but also risk management, long term stability, risk-adjusted returns, draw-down levels and longevity to match contenders with comparable skill levels and stacks them against each other. We allocate dynamic weighting to key metrics such as total return, winning percentage, sum profit VS sum loss, maximum drawdown, sharpe ratio, calmar ratio and of course standard deviation.

How often is the leaderboard updated?

The leaderboard is updated hourly at https://www.tradingcup.com .

Do you have a support email if I have other questions during the trading competition?

Yes, our support email is tournament@tradingcup.com . You can also contact us via phone +61 2 9188 2999 or Live Chat at www.acy.com. We will be happy to assist.

Are all profits I make in my account mine to keep?

Yes, all the profits you make are yours to keep. You can withdraw capital and profits at any time.

Am I able to withdraw my profits at any time and how does that affect my results?

You can submit a withdrawal request from the ACY.Cloud client portal at any time, and your withdrawal request will be processed. All withdrawals are taken into account within the MMR ranking formula.

Can I trade different instruments – e.g. FX, Gold, Oil, Indices or Cryptocurrencies and will they count towards my percentage gain?

Yes, you can trade Forex, Indices, Commodities, Cryptocurrencies & Precious Metals. Please see terms and conditions for more details.

Copy Trading FAQs to Get Started

What is a signal provider?

A signal provider offers trading signals or recommendations to other traders. These signals are generated based on the provider's analysis of market conditions, technical indicators, or other factors that they believe can help predict favorable trading opportunities. Traders follow the signal providers in order to take advantage of potential trading opportunities in the market. Those subscribing to a signal provider's service receive the trading signals. These signals include information about the recommended symbol, trading volume, and order types (buy or sell) for a particular trade. Signal providers offer insights, but they are not infallible. Their signals are not flawless, so there are still risks. Traders should carefully evaluate the performance and reliability of a signal provider before making any trading decisions based on the signals provided.

As a signal provider, how do I receive the subscription fee and how the commission is calculated?

The subscription fee will be transferred from the signal follower's account to your subscription account directly. If the signal follower's account base currency is not USD, we will transfer the equivalent amount in USD to you based on the current exchange rate from ACY Securities. Limited Time Offer: Until next year, the platform will not deduct any commission from subscription fees.

How are signals ranked?

Signals are grouped into the following 4 categores: Leader board, Total gainers, Top risk managers, and Newest signals. The leader board uses our advanced algorithm to factor in profitability, risk management, stability, risk-adjusted returns, drawdown levels, and longevity when ranking traders.

How do I become a signal provider?

Step 1 - Log in or Sign up with ACY Securities. If you haven't already done so, start by creating an ACY Securities trading account and seamlessly link it to Tradingcup. Step 2 - Set up Your Signal. Select an MT4 or MT5 account for your signal, define your subscription fees and provide a clear description of your trading strategies. Step 3 - Fund & Start Trading. Deposit at least $50 and begin trading. You’re now on your way to showcasing your trading prowess and the opportunity to have other traders subscribe to your trading signals. Join our curated community of top traders and gain recognition and the potential to earn an extra stream of revenue for your expertise.

Can I adjust the subscription fee?

Definitely. You can adjust the subscription fee at any time. If you change the subscription price, the copier will receive an email immediately with the option to unsubscribe. The new subscription price will not take effect immediately but will start from the next billing cycle. However, if the copier is within 7 days of the current billing day, the new price will start from the subsequent billing cycle.

How do I withdraw the money I've earned from Tradingcup?

If you decide to become a signal provider, platform will automatically open a Tradingcup-wallet for you to receive subscription and performance fees from copiers. You can perform internal transfers or withdraw of subscription fees through the ACY client portal under Cash Management Tab.

How can I get my video featured on the homepage?

If you are a Signal Provider and would like to get your video featured on our homepage, please follow these steps: 1. Register an ACY Account: First, you need to register for an ACY Securities account. 2. Login to Client Portal: After registering, click here to log in to the Client Portal. 3. Submit a Support Ticket: In the Client Portal, submit a support ticket expressing your interest in having your video featured. 4. Professional Assistance: Our dedicated team will contact you to assist in the video filming process. 5. Upload Video: Once the video is completed, we will assist in uploading it to the Tradingcup website. Following these steps will give you the opportunity to have your video featured on the homepage, increasing your visibility and attracting more copiers!

Why can't I see my signal or profile on the Trading Cup leaderboard?

You need to complete 25 trades before your Money Manager Ranking (MMR) is established. Until you reach this threshold, your Tradingcup profile won’t appear on the leaderboard or within our signals.