Inactivity & Account Expiry
Automatic account lock after 30 days without a single trade — even if you are in profit.
Applies to 2 firms • Account Rules
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Why this rule exists
30 consecutive calendar days without opening a position = automatic account disable. This applies to evaluation and funded stages separately. The clock starts at last closed trade, not purchase date on most firms — but some firms start from purchase date, a hidden trap.
How traders get caught
This rule is often buried in FAQ or enforced only at payout review — not on the pricing page. Check the exact firm wording before assuming the headline covers your case.
How to stay safe
Verify the firm terms excerpt, keep evidence logs of your setup, and test edge cases in the simulator before sizing up.
The Formula
How it is calculated
Real Dollar Example
You pass Phase 1 on March 1 and plan to start Phase 2 after a break. No trade until April 2 = Phase 1 progress forfeited, need to repurchase.
Common Traps & Mistakes
Passing Phase 1 then taking a month off before Phase 2.
Assuming demo pause is safe while funded — funded inactivity still ticks.
Firms using this rule
Rule FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions: Inactivity & Account Expiry
What is the Inactivity & Account Expiry?
Automatic account lock after 30 days without a single trade — even if you are in profit.
How is Inactivity & Account Expiry calculated across prop firms?
Inactivity Lock = Last Trade Close Date + 30 Calendar Days (no trade = locked)
What are the most common mistakes traders make with Inactivity & Account Expiry?
Passing Phase 1 then taking a month off before Phase 2. Assuming demo pause is safe while funded — funded inactivity still ticks.
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