How this FTMO max loss calculator helps
This calculator helps you estimate your key FTMO risk numbers based on the account size you choose. It shows the maximum daily loss, the maximum overall loss, your own daily stop, and your risk per trade so you can plan with more confidence.
It is useful for traders who want to avoid getting too close to the limit and would rather trade with a clear buffer. Instead of guessing what 5% or 10% means in real money, you can see the numbers instantly and build your plan around them.
Choose the right FTMO route for your region
If you are outside the USA, use the main FTMO link below. If you are based in the USA, use the FTMO OANDA route created for US traders. Pick the option that matches your location and review the rules before you proceed.
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Based on Normal risk rules: Max Daily Loss 5% and Max Loss 10% of the initial balance.
Use the initial balance. You can also use the presets below.
Current setting: 2%
Current setting: 0.75% per trade
This tool is for planning only. Always follow the numbers shown in your FTMO dashboard.
Examples
These examples show how the numbers can look on different account sizes. They are useful for planning your own daily stop and per-trade risk before you start trading.
Example 1: $10,000 account
- Max Daily Loss at 5% = $500
- Max Loss at 10% = $1,000
- If your personal daily stop is 2%, that is $200
- If your risk per trade is 0.75%, that is $75 per trade
Example 2: $100,000 account
- Max Daily Loss at 5% = $5,000
- Max Loss at 10% = $10,000
- If your personal daily stop is 2%, that is $2,000
- If your risk per trade is 0.75%, that is $750 per trade
Example 3: $50,000 account with a 1% risk per trade
- Max Daily Loss at 5% = $2,500
- Max Loss at 10% = $5,000
- If you choose a 2% personal daily stop, that is $1,000
- At 1% risk per trade, each trade risks $500
- That means two full losing trades would already put you at your personal daily stop
Example 4: $200,000 account with a 0.5% risk per trade
- Max Daily Loss at 5% = $10,000
- Max Loss at 10% = $20,000
- If you set your personal daily stop at 1.5%, that is $3,000
- At 0.5% risk per trade, each trade risks $1,000
- That means three losing trades would bring you to your personal daily stop
Frequently asked questions
Here are some quick answers to common questions traders ask when using an FTMO max loss calculator.
What is the FTMO max loss rule?
The max loss rule is the overall loss limit on the account. In this calculator, it is shown as 10% of the initial balance. If your account drops beyond that limit, you breach the rules.
What is the difference between max daily loss and max loss?
Max daily loss is the limit for one trading day, while max loss is the total loss limit for the whole account. Both matter. A trader can stay within the total limit and still fail by breaking the daily one.
Why should I set a personal daily stop below the FTMO rule?
A personal daily stop gives you a safety buffer. It helps you step away before you get too close to the hard rule limit. Many traders use this to reduce emotional trading and avoid revenge trades.
How much should I risk per trade on FTMO?
There is no one perfect number, but many traders prefer keeping risk low enough that a few losing trades will not destroy the day. This calculator helps you test different percentages and see what they mean in actual money.
Does this calculator replace the FTMO dashboard?
No. This is a planning tool. It helps you prepare and think more clearly about your risk, but your FTMO dashboard is the source you should follow during the challenge.
Take the next step with the right FTMO option
Once you know your loss limits, the next step is choosing the right route. Use the main FTMO option if you are outside the USA, or use FTMO OANDA if you are in the USA and want the route built for US traders.
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