Elite Trader Funding

What Elite Trader Funding does

Elite Trader Funding LLC is a privately held futures proprietary trading firm founded in February 2022 and operating from Wilmington, Delaware as a Texas-domiciled LLC. The company enables individual retail traders to access futures trading capital through a multi-tier evaluation-to-funded model: traders purchase one of six evaluation products (1-Step Live Trailing, Fast Track, End of Day, Static Drawdown, Diamond Hands, and Direct to Funded) at account sizes ranging from $10K to $250K, prove their skills under specified drawdown and trading rules, and progress through simulated funded accounts to the LIVE ELITE program where qualified traders receive firm capital in a live broker account with an 80/20 profit split.

The platform is a web-based proprietary evaluation system that integrates with established third-party trading platforms — TradingView, NinjaTrader, Rithmic, Tradovate, and Tickblaze — so traders use familiar execution tools while trading in ETF's simulated environment. Technology differentiation is concentrated in product configurability rather than novel architecture: the platform supports four distinct drawdown calculation methods (Live Trailing, EOD, Static, Diamond Hands) and a 48-hour payout guarantee backed by a $1,000 credit if missed. The product surface extends beyond core evaluations to include free trading calculators, paid add-ons (TradeShield, Double Down Deal, One Day to Pass), a reward/loyalty program, affiliate referrals, and periodic trading competitions.

Revenue is generated primarily through recurring monthly evaluation subscriptions ($87-$197+ per month depending on plan and account size), one-time activation fees ($47-$307) when traders pass evaluations, and reset fees ($47) for failed evaluations. The company operates as a direct-to-consumer, self-serve, product-led growth business with no disclosed external funding rounds and appears bootstrapped. It serves a globally distributed base of 59,000+ community members including 13,000+ funded traders across the US, India, UK, Brazil, and other markets, and has paid out $13M+ cumulatively while committing $5M+ to LIVE ELITE real-capital accounts.

Name

Elite Trader Funding

Legal name

Elite Trader Funding LLC

Website

https://elitetraderfunding.app

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Elite Trader Funding is a privately held futures prop firm founded in 2022 that offers retail traders evaluation-to-funded pathways for futures trading, with account sizes from $10K to $250K, a sim-to-LIVE ELITE progression, and integrations with TradingView, NinjaTrader, Rithmic, Tradovate, and Tickblaze.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Futures Proprietary Trading

NAICS

Commodity Contracts Intermediation (523160), Securities and Commodity Contracts Intermediation and Brokerage (5231)

SIC

Commodity Contracts Brokers & Dealers (6221)

akta.pro primary industry

Hedge Funds — Commodity Systematic/CTA (Managed Futures) (FSAHAHAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Margin Trading & Collateralized Borrowing (Exchange-Operated) (FSADAAAL)

Keywords

• Futures prop firm
• Funded trading accounts
• Trader evaluation
• Proprietary trading
• Simulated trading platform

Headquarters

HQ city

Wilmington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Evaluation Subscriptions: Monthly subscription fees for evaluation accounts ranging from under $200 for entry-level plans to higher tiers for larger account sizes. Subscriptions provide access to the evaluation platform and trading simulation.
2. One-Time Activation Fees: One-time fees ranging from $47 to $307 depending on plan type (1-Step, Static, Diamond Hands, End of Day, Fast Track) for activating funded accounts after passing evaluations.
3. Evaluation Resets: Reset fees of $47 for accounts that breach drawdown limits and need to restart the evaluation process.
4. Affiliate Referrals: Commissions paid to affiliates who refer new customers, ranging from 3% to 15% of sales during the first 45 days depending on evaluation type.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Elite Trader Funding sells futures trading evaluation subscriptions and funded trading accounts to individual retail traders. Traders pay recurring subscription fees (e.g., $197/month for a 50K Live Trailing evaluation) plus one-time activation fees upon passing, to access simulated trading accounts sized $10K–$250K. Successful traders unlock Elite Sim-Funded accounts (keeping up to 100% of profits) and can progress to the LIVE ELITE program that deploys real firm capital with an 80/20 profit split and a 48-hour payout guarantee.

Product overview

Elite Trader Funding is a futures prop firm offering a multi-product evaluation platform with multiple drawdown styles (Live Trailing, End of Day, Static) and account sizes ($10K to $250K). The core offering consists of six evaluation products (1-Step, Fast Track, End of Day, Static Drawdown, Diamond Hands, Direct to Funded) that share a common evaluation-to-funded progression path. Upon passing, traders unlock Elite Sim-Funded accounts and can progress to LIVE ELITE for real capital trading. The platform provides integrated trading tools, a rewards program, affiliate system, and periodic trading competitions as supplementary offerings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 1-Step Evaluation (Live Trailing Drawdown) A single-phase futures trading evaluation with a live trailing drawdown mechanic, targeted at experienced day traders who can hit profit targets quickly. Subscriptions start at $197/month for 50K, with account sizes up to 250K and one-time activation fees upon passing.
• Fast Track Evaluation The cheapest entry point into ETF's evaluation lineup, offered at a single 10K account size with a free first month. Features a 10-calendar-day time limit and 3 minimum trading days to pass, targeting traders seeking the lowest upfront cost.
• End of Day (EOD) Evaluation Evaluation product with an end-of-day drawdown that only recalculates at session close based on realized profit, so intraday profit spikes do not move the floor. Available in 50K, 100K, and 150K account sizes.
• Static Drawdown Evaluation Beginner-friendly evaluation with a fixed loss limit set on day one that never moves, so every dollar of profit becomes permanent cushion. Available in 10K, 25K, and 50K sizes.
• Diamond Hands Evaluation Evaluation designed for swing traders who hold positions overnight and through weekends, using an end-of-day realized-profit drawdown. Offered at a single 100K account size with a $307 one-time activation fee.
• Direct to Funded (DTF) A direct-to-funded product that bypasses the evaluation phase entirely, offering immediate funded access for proven traders. Available in 25K (static drawdown), 50K, and 100K (EOD drawdown) sizes as a one-time payment with no recurring subscription.
• LIVE ELITE A real-capital trading program where qualified traders (after demonstrating sim-funded performance) receive firm capital in a live broker account. Features an 80/20 profit split, uncapped payouts, daily withdrawals Monday through Friday, and a 48-hour payout approval guarantee.
• Trading Competitions Periodic tournaments hosted by Elite Trader Funding where traders can compete for prizes and benchmark their strategies against other traders in the community.

Quantifiable outcome

• $13M+ in total payouts distributed to traders
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• TradingViewcoreTechnology or IntegrationPrimary charting and trading platform integration allowing traders to execute trades through TradingView's interface while connected to ETF's simulated trading environment. Supported across light and dark themes.
• NinjaTradercoreTechnology or IntegrationAdvanced trading platform integration for professional traders. NinjaTrader connection guide available in help center with step-by-step setup instructions including Mac setup with Parallels and Windows 11.
• RithmiccoreTechnology or IntegrationReal-time market data feed provider integrated with ETF platform. Rithmic connection guides available with routine maintenance windows documented (4-5pm CST weekdays).
• TradovatecoreTechnology or IntegrationFutures trading platform with dedicated ETF integration. Supports trade copier functionality, bracket orders, and group trading features. Connection guides and troubleshooting documentation provided.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Apex Trader Funding: Direct competitor in the futures prop-firm space, offering evaluation accounts that progress to funded trading with similar drawdown mechanics and profit splits. Closest direct peer based on futures-only focus, account-size tiers, and progression-to-live model.
• Topstep: One of the longest-running futures prop firms, offering Trading Combine evaluations that lead to a funded Express Funded Account. Comparable on futures-only mandate, evaluation-driven acquisition, and live funded-account progression.
• FTMO: Largest retail prop firm globally; historically focused on FX/CFD but has expanded into futures. Comparable on evaluation-to-funded model, multi-step profit targets, drawdown rules, and tiered account sizing.
• FundedNext: Fast-growing prop firm with Stellar and Galaxy Challenge evaluations and funded accounts. Comparable on multi-product evaluation portfolio, profit-split structure, and global retail trader acquisition model.
• The5ers: Prop firm offering both evaluation-based and instant-funded accounts with scaling plans. Comparable on multi-tier evaluation model, funded-account progression, and scaling-plan mechanic that increases account size over time.
• E8 Funding: Prop firm offering evaluation accounts with various challenge types (one-step, two-step, three-step) leading to funded accounts. Comparable on evaluation variety, account-size tiers, and profit-split offerings.
• Earn2Trade: Futures-focused prop firm offering the Gauntlet Mini and Gauntlet Max evaluations, with funded accounts via partner brokers. Comparable on futures-only mandate, evaluation-driven acquisition, and funded-account progression.
• Bulenox: Futures prop firm with evaluation-based and direct-funded options using NinjaTrader/TradingView-style integrations. Comparable on futures-only mandate, evaluation-to-live progression, and platform integrations.

Emerging players

• MyFundedFX: Mid-sized prop firm offering futures and FX evaluation challenges with similar profit-split and drawdown structures. Comparable on evaluation model, multi-platform support, and global retail acquisition.

Others

• NinjaTrader (broker/platform): Futures brokerage and trading platform that is both a core technology partner and an adjacent infrastructure provider. Comparable as the venue/firm where funded traders actually execute live futures trades, and as a strategic dependency in ETF's offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/EliteTraderFund
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@elitetraderfunding/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/EliteTraderFundingold
• Instagraminstagram.com/elitetraderfunding
• TikToktiktok.com/@elitetrader.funding
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/elite-trader-funding-llc

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Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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